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The Elephant Man , A play by Bernard Pomerance , performed by Chester le Street Theatre Group .
The story is based on the life of Joseph Merrick, who lived in the Victorian era and is known for the extreme deformity of his body. Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurement to earn a living as the Elephant Man. In a traveling circus before it is discovered that his rough exterior hides a refined soul, which he used to teach the stodgy British upper class of the time a lesson about dignity. He soon becomes the toast of London and charms a caring actress before his death
Starts 7.15pm each night, booking required , Tickets £9.00 Adults & £7.00 Concessions.
Chester le Street Community Centre , Newcastle Bank , Chester le Street, County Durham DH2 3ET
Thu 31 Oct 2019 and Fri 1 Nov 2019
Website:
www.clstheatregroup.com
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