Much Better: a new play by Elisabeth Frankel

Really-Really Theatre Group presents Much Better: a new play by Elisabeth Frankel. In an overconnected, information-saturated world, Ashley is struggling. Diagnosed with a condition known as “Hyperempathy”, she finds it difficult to hold a job, maintain relationships, and otherwise cope with the emotional demands of her everyday life. When Ashley is introduced to a new medical procedure known as Neuroclear, she sees a chance to create a new, better version of herself––but not without putting her humanity at risk. A fresh look into our relationships with the world, technology and our “best self”, MUCH BETTER questions the ethical limits of the use of technology as means for self-improvement. Earlier this year, Much Better emerged as a semi-finalist for the 2017 O’Neill National Playwrights Conference, establishing itself as a strong and relevant literary work among over 1,300 plays. Prior to the O’Neill Conference, Much Better was a finalist in the 2016 Drama League Beatrice Terry Residency. MUCH BETTER CAST Ashley - Alysha Curry Dr. Keith - Lamar Legend Simon - Nick Ferrucci* Morgan - Ali Lawrence Guy / Testimonial / Yoga Teacher - Garrison Whaley-Sharp *member of Actors Equity Association MUCH BETTER CREATIVE & CREW Scenic Design - Angela Alvarez Playwright - Elisabeth Frankel Stage Manager - Teresa Micheletti Director - Henry Nettleton Costume Design - Natalie Shih Sound & Projection Design - Charlie Spears Lighting Design - Aaron Tacy