NEXT TO NORMAL at Beavercreek Community Theatre, March 6-15

Beavercreek Community Theatre is proud to present their Edge of the Creek production of the Pulitzer Prize winning rock musical, NEXT TO NORMAL.

This story of one suburban family’s struggle with mental illness and family dynamics will be presented at 8pm on March 6, 7, 13, and 14 and at 3 p.m. on March 8 and 15.

Becky Barrett-Jones leads the cast as Diana Goodman, the family matriarch, struggling to cope with bipolar disorder and the effect the illness has on her family. Portraying Diana’s husband Dan is Geoff Moss, who perfectly embodies the balance of Dan’s love for his wife and his frustration at the condition of his family.

Diana’s children, Gabe and Natalie, will be brought to the stage by Desmond Thomas and Abby Land, respectively. Thomas and Land capture the essence of Gabe and Natalie’s individual struggles, both as a result of their mother’s illness and their own personal struggles.

Filling out the cast are Brandon Ramos, who takes on the role of Natalie’s boyfriend, Henry, and K.L. Storer, playing dual roles as Doctors Fine and Madden.

This contemporary musical is an emotional powerhouse that addresses such issues as grieving a loss, ethics in modern psychiatry, and suburban life. With provocative lyrics and a thrilling score, this musical shows how far two parents will go to keep themselves sane and their family’s world intact.

The show, directed by Matthew Owens, is an Edge of the Creek productions, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only.

The show includes music direction from David McKibben, lighting and sound design from John Falkenbach and choreography from Sandra Hyde. Emily Phillips will act as stage manager for the production.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors, BCT Members, and students.

Tickets can be reserved by calling 937­429­4737 and leaving a message or by e­mailing boxoffice@bctheatre.org.

For more information, visit the theater’s website at www.bctheatre.org where tickets can also be purchased online.

Beavercreek Community Theatre is located within the Lofino Adult Enrichment and Cultural Arts Center at 3868 Dayton­Xenia Road in Beavercreek.