“Everybody” by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins (Relaxed Performance)

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Written by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins
Directed by Naima Warden

Updating Everyman, the quintessential Medieval morality play – a religious allegory about death and salvation performed in public places during church festivals – Jacobs-Jenkins renames Fellowship, Kindred, Goods, Discretion, Five Wits and Knowledge as Friendship, Kinship, Stuff, Mind, Five Senses and Understanding, respectively. Instead of Good Deeds following Everyman/Everybody to the grave, the role now goes to Love.

As the play unfolds, pre-recorded voiceover scenes depict four of Everybody’s friends comforting them at their deathbed. Though the narrative is focused on death, the result is absurdly fun. Using small extracts and echoes from the original play alongside brilliant and original writing.

About This Relaxed Performance:
This performance is designed to welcome audience members with a range of sensory, developmental, physical, and other needs.  It may be especially helpful for autistic and other neurodivergent people, individuals with disabilities, and children and adults who benefit from a more flexible and supportive theatre environment.

We recognize that everyone experiences and participates in theatre differently.  Our goal is to create a space where audience members can feel comfortable, included, and free to engage with the performance in ways that work best for them.

What to Expect:
* House lights may remain dimmed throughout the performance.
* Sound levels have been moderated, and sudden or loud effects are minimized.
* Audience members are welcome to move, vocalize, or otherwise respond naturally during the performance.
* Guests may exit and re-enter as needed.
* A designated quiet area is available for those who need a break.
* Families, caregivers, and support people are welcome.
* Staff are prepared to provide support and assistance.

Important Notes:
While every effort has been made to create a welcoming and accessible environment, individual experiences may vary, and some elements of the production may still be unexpected or challenging.

This performance is not intended to serve as a therapeutic or clinical intervention.  Rather, it offers an opportunity to experience live theatre in an environment that allows for greater flexibility, comfort, and individual expression.

We celebrate all forms of participation and thank you for helping us create a welcoming space for everyone.

This relaxed performance is co-sponsored by the Adelphi Department of Theatre, the Bridges to Adelphi program, and the Adelphi Women’s Giving Circle.

Everybody is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

Complete schedule of performances:
Wednesday, November 4 – 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 5 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, November 6 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 7 – 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 8 – 2:00 p.m.