Ruhala Performing Arts Center presents
AURA by Tommy Lee Johnston
Saturday, January 15, 7:30 pm
Directed by Celina Matos Ruhala
Aura is the story of a pure soul, an eccentric man named Mike who can see color auras surrounding others, revealing their vitality—or imminent demise. It is a probing exploration of how Mike copes with knowledge that one should not even possess, let alone share. How does a thoughtful person live from day to day with a gift/curse of soul-wracking sensitivity and mind-numbing thoughtfulness such as this? Earl, a still young and vital senior struggling with his wife's recent death, meets Mike on his daily walk in the park, and Earl's world is forever transformed. Amanda, a young mom, and Dr. Emily Wallace, a psychiatrist to whom Mike turns for help with his unique visions, are both profoundly affected by Mike and are drawn to this kind and peculiar man with unique gifts.
“The plot becomes increasingly fascinating because it challenges conventional ideas surrounding love, reality and mortality.” --The Urban Coaster
“Aura is a swiftly paced and tightly written new play. You’ll not soon forget this story of a pure soul. Tommy Lee Johnston is a talented playwright/actor.” --Chicago Critic
Box Office 417-337-0464
$15 all tickiets; limited seating
1846 Haslett Rd E.L. 48823
http://RuhalaCenter.com
AURA by Tommy Lee Johnston
Saturday, January 15, 7:30 pm
Directed by Celina Matos Ruhala
Aura is the story of a pure soul, an eccentric man named Mike who can see color auras surrounding others, revealing their vitality—or imminent demise. It is a probing exploration of how Mike copes with knowledge that one should not even possess, let alone share. How does a thoughtful person live from day to day with a gift/curse of soul-wracking sensitivity and mind-numbing thoughtfulness such as this? Earl, a still young and vital senior struggling with his wife's recent death, meets Mike on his daily walk in the park, and Earl's world is forever transformed. Amanda, a young mom, and Dr. Emily Wallace, a psychiatrist to whom Mike turns for help with his unique visions, are both profoundly affected by Mike and are drawn to this kind and peculiar man with unique gifts.
“The plot becomes increasingly fascinating because it challenges conventional ideas surrounding love, reality and mortality.” --The Urban Coaster
“Aura is a swiftly paced and tightly written new play. You’ll not soon forget this story of a pure soul. Tommy Lee Johnston is a talented playwright/actor.” --Chicago Critic
Box Office 417-337-0464
$15 all tickiets; limited seating
1846 Haslett Rd E.L. 48823
http://RuhalaCenter.com
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