The Marshall University School of Theatre and Dance will present “Other Life Forms,” an original play by Marshall University Theatre graduate Brandon McCoy. It will be performed at 7:30 p.m. nightly Wednesday, April 13, through Saturday, April 16, in the Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center.
“Other Life Forms” tells the story of roommates Ben and Jeff, who couldn’t be more different. Ben is a struggling journalist who can’t get anything to go his way. Jeff is a successful researcher who glides through life with little resistance. At Jeff’s insistence, they both give online dating a try. Ben meets Molly and the results are volatile, while Jeff meets Leslie and they make a connection.
The show is directed by School of Theatre and Dance Assistant Professor T. Fulton Burns, and the cast includes the following Marshall students: Van Preston, Kendra Williams, Jimi Lee, Nikki Riniti and Sierra Lutz.
“The Marshall University School of Theatre and Dance is thrilled to welcome back playwright Brandon McCoy, who is an alumnus of our program,” said Samuel Kincaid, box office and public relations manager for the school. “Theatregoers will remember his play ‘West By God,’ which was a huge hit with audiences two years ago.”
Admission is free for Marshall students with their MU ID; $15 for faculty; staff and seniors; and $25 general admission. Call 304-696-2787 for ticket information.