Wolfshead Theatre Company presents: Mr. Burns, A post-electric play :by Anne Washburn

Wolfshead Theatre Company presents: Mr. Burns, A post-electric play

:by Anne Washburn

Anne Washburn’s imaginative dark comedy propels us forward nearly a century, following a new civilization stumbling into its future.

After the collapse of civilization, a group of survivors share a campfire and begin to piece together the plot of The Simpsons episode “Cape Fear” entirely from memory. Seven years later, this and other snippets of pop culture (sitcom plots, commercials, jingles, and pop songs) have become the live entertainment of a post-apocalyptic society, sincerely trying to hold onto its past. Seventy-five years later, these are the myths and legends from which new forms of performance are created.

A paean to live theater, and the resilience of Bart Simpson through the ages, Mr. Burns is an animated exploration of how the pop culture of one era might evolve into the mythology of another. Directed by Jamie Weeder

Mr. Burns is opening November 2nd 7:30 pm at the Ore Dock Brewing Co.with additional shows November 9th 7:30 pm, November 13th 7:30 pm, and November 16th 7:30 pm. Get your tickets today at www.upshakes.org! For more info call 906-869-1456.