05/28/2026
The Community Stage presents
A New Brain
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by William Finn and James Lapine
Directed by Rena Gavigan
Music Direction by Stephen Ferri
A New Brain follows Gordon, a struggling composer, whose life is turned upside down by the diagnosis of a brain tumor. Surrounded by his partner, mother, co-worker, and an eccentric medical team, Gordon drifts in and out of consciousness while trying to finish songs for a childrenβs television show featuring Mr. Bungee β a character who begins to infiltrate his medical nightmare. As he faces mortality, Gordon is forced to confront his relationships, his career, and ultimately the healing power of art.
Starring: David Bazzano, Carol Berkow, Adam Bloom, Sarah Castiel, George Croom, Mark Edelstein, Ryan Hontz, Bria Hydrick-Briggins, JJ Liang, Katie Luekens Chan Chee, Alan Partelow-Zika, Jaelyn Po***ck, LuΓs G. QuΓntero Jr., Colin Rubasmen and Allie Scherich
Performances are July 9-12, 2026
Tickets are on sale now at ArcStages.org