University of Scranton Players Present 'Dead Man’s Cell Phone'
The University of Scranton Players will explore the ways in which technology both connects and isolates in their upcoming presentation of "Dead Man’s Cell Phone," written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Michael O’Steen. Shown, actress Bryanna Grossman, as The Other Woman, threatens Jean, played by Molly McGuiness, in an airport as the mysterious Cell Phone Angels look on.The University of Scranton Players will explore the ways in which technology both connects and isolates in their upcoming presentation of "Dead Man’s Cell Phone," written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Michael O’Steen. The production will run Oct. 20-22 and Oct. 27-29. Shows will take place Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. All performances will be hosted in the Royal Theatre in the McDade Center for the Literary and Performing Arts, 313 Monroe Ave. on The University of Scranton campus.
Sarah Ruhl’s thought-provoking and darkly comedic play explores the boundaries of life and death, as well as the connections that bind. After a sudden death in a quiet café, Gordon’s cell phone incessantly rings, unanswered. In an act of compassion and curiosity, Jean, a stranger at the next table over, answers the phone. What begins as a simple gesture to console the deceased man's loved ones quickly spirals into a surreal and mysterious adventure. Along the way, Jean uncovers secrets, confronts moral dilemmas and discovers the power of human connection in the digital age.
"Dead Man’s Cell Phone" is an exploration of the ways in which technology both connects and isolates in today's fast-paced world. They play highlights the absurdity and comedy that can arise from our dependence on smartphones and the unexpected connections that can emerge from the most unusual circumstances.
The company of Dead Man’s Cell Phone features: Thomas Kennedy of Scranton, Molly McGuinness of Stewart Manor, New York, Bryanna Grossman of Easton, Cassidy Lowman of Harrisburg, Gabriella Palmer of Phoenixville, Keenan Beveridge of Warminster, Alek Panchik of Hershey, Nefty Guadalupe of Newark, New Jersey, Rebecca Russo of Somerset, New Jersey, Rita Kupstas of Kingston, Mia Harris of Northport Long Island, New York, Edisa Reynoso of New York City, New York and Sofia Greco of Verona, New Jersey.
Tickets are $10 for general admission and $7 for senior citizens, students and University of Scranton faculty and staff. For more information, contact The University Players box office at 570-941-4318 or visit the Players website at www.thescrantonplayers.com or on Facebook,Twitter and Instagram.
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The University of Scranton Players, an academic theatre program brings performance to Northeastern Pennsylvania every season. The Players’ productions feature University of Scranton students in a mix of classical and contemporary works under the direction and mentorship of award-winning faculty and guest artists.
Gordon and Jean, played respectively by Molly McGuiness and Thomas Kennedy in a cafe.
