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Frances is a neuroscientist on the brink of a breakthrough. Along with her research partner, Grace, she has the opportunity to get a multi-million pound grant to take their research into treatment for stroke victims to the next level.
At this moment, Harry re-enters her life.
Harry is a retired rugby player whose career has left his brain with severe damage. His personality is changing, he has been violent towards his family, and all other doctors have failed to help him.
He comes to Francis as his last hope and she is faced with a terrible decision: leave one man to suffer alone, or risk her research, career and the treatment she and Grace have pioneered to give Harry a chance of salvation.
With brain injury a major issue in sport and advances in biotech creating dilemmas for medics and patients alike, George Almond’s new play crackles with relevance, intelligence, wit and tragedy - and asks questions of us all.
At this moment, Harry re-enters her life.
Harry is a retired rugby player whose career has left his brain with severe damage. His personality is changing, he has been violent towards his family, and all other doctors have failed to help him.
He comes to Francis as his last hope and she is faced with a terrible decision: leave one man to suffer alone, or risk her research, career and the treatment she and Grace have pioneered to give Harry a chance of salvation.
With brain injury a major issue in sport and advances in biotech creating dilemmas for medics and patients alike, George Almond’s new play crackles with relevance, intelligence, wit and tragedy - and asks questions of us all.
Mon 4 Aug to Wednesday 6 August
The Cockpit, Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH
Date:4 to 6 Aug - 7pm
Tickets:
Standard: £21.60
Concessions: £18.51
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