Events

In the Next Room (or the vibrator play) will be presented by Ashland New Plays Festival. This reading of Sarah Ruhl's wildly popular play is directed by Emily Sophia Knapp. The cast includes Oregon Shakespeare Festival actors Kate Hurster, Mark Bedard, Al Espinosa, Barret O’Brien, Britney Simpson, Erica Sullivan, and Rachael Warren. A Victorian doctor has pioneered a new medical device powered by the recent innovation of electricity to treat his patients suffering a range of symptoms, all commonly attributed to “hysteria.” In the next room, the doctor’s young wife is curious about what is happening on the other side of the door. The drama tackles family power dynamics while exploring the institution of marriage and the meaning of love. Tickets and more information at ashlandnewplays.org.