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The Hard Problem at L.A. Theatre Works

Dates: (11/15/2019 - 11/17/2019 )

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L.A. Theatre Works


Venice,CA

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Tom Stoppard

L.A. Theatre Works

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Above all don't use the word good as though it meant something in evolutionary science. Hilary, a young psychology researcher at a brain-science institute, is nursing a private sorrow and a troubling question at work, where psychology and biology meet.

If there is nothing but matter, what is consciousness? This is 'the hard problem' which puts Hilary at odds with her colleagues who include her first mentor Spike, her boss Leo and the billionaire founder of the institute, Jerry.

Is the day coming when the computer and the fMRI scanner will answer all the questions psychology can ask? Meanwhile Hilary needs a miracle, and she is prepared to pray for one.

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With venues everywhere dark during this extraordinary time, world-class theater from L.A. Theatre Works is just a click away.

Photo Flash: Stacy Keach and More in L.A. Theatre Works' FRANKENSTEIN
Photo Flash: Stacy Keach and More in L.A. Theatre Works' FRANKENSTEIN
February 21, 2020

Written over 200 years ago, Mary Shelley's Gothic masterpiece retains all of its power to horrify and fascinate. This original L.A. Theatre Works commission is adapted from Shelley's novel by the BBC's Kate McAll, who wowed audiences with last season's A Room with a View. Celebrated actor Stacy Keach stars in the role of “The Creature,' and Adhir Kalyan (Arrested Development, Rules of Engagement, LATW production of The Hard Problem) is Dr. Victor Frankenstein.

Stacy Keach Will Star as 'The Creature' when L.A. Theatre Works Records New Adaption of FRANKENSTEIN
Stacy Keach Will Star as 'The Creature' when L.A. Theatre Works Records New Adaption of FRANKENSTEIN
February 03, 2020

The world premiere of Frankenstein - Written over 200 years ago, Mary Shelley's Gothic masterpiece retains all of its power to horrify and fascinate. This original L.A. Theatre Works commission is adapted from Shelley's novel by the BBC's Kate McAll, who wowed audiences with last season's A Room with a View, and stars celebrated actor Stacy Keach in the role of 'The Creature.'

L.A. Theatre Works Records THE HARD PROBLEM By Tom Stoppard At UCLa
L.A. Theatre Works Records THE HARD PROBLEM By Tom Stoppard At UCLa
November 04, 2019

Los Angeles premiere of The Hard Problem a?" Multi-Tony award-winner Tom Stoppard explores the origins of human consciousness in this hilariously mind-bending comedy. Hilary believes fervently that consciousness is more than the sum of our biology.

L.A. Theatre Works To Record 7 Plays In 2019-20, Embark On 16th Annual National Tour
L.A. Theatre Works To Record 7 Plays In 2019-20, Embark On 16th Annual National Tour
August 13, 2019

L.A. Theatre Works has announced its 2019-20 season of seven plays, each of which will be recorded in front of a live audience for future radio broadcast and online distribution. Performances take place at the James Bridges Theater, located on the campus of UCLA in West Los Angeles. In addition, the company will introduce audiences to its signature style of radio theater at venues across the country during its 16th annual national tour.

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