The Metamorphosis - A Play

In this dramatic adaptation of Kafka's novella, Gregor Samsa awakens into a dream in which he finds himself transformed into a cockroach

The Stage Manager "summons" the dream-play while a mime and a musician communicate his thoughts and emotions, invoking a nightmarish atmosphere

Set in early 20th century Prague and written in verse, Thomalen captures the surreal humor and pathos of the story

This work opens a space in the school community for a great work of world literature with special relevance to the pain and struggles of adolescence and young adulthood

Requires an actor with strong mimic talent

Winner of the American Theatre and Education, Unpublished Play Reading Project

Cast also requires 1 Klezmer musician