"The Elephant Man"

14 Nov 2014 - 16 Nov 2014

"Sometimes I think my head is so big because it is so full of dreams - ". Based on the life of John Merrick who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century, a horribly deformed young man and victim of rare skin and bone diseases, he has become the star freak attraction in traveling side shows until celebrated young physician Frederick Treves introduces him to London Society. "An enthralling and luminous play. Haunting, splendid..", the "New York Times". Presented by Foothills Community Theatre at Greenlee Theatre, McDowell Arts Council, Marion. Show times 7:30 pm, nightly and a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 828-659-7529 or visit www.fctplays.org.