The Elephant Man

Zao Theatre
550 S Ironwood Dr Apache Junction

This drama by Bernard Pomerance is based upon the life of Joseph Merrick, a man so physically deformed that he became known as The Elephant Man. With very few options open to him, Merrick is forced to display himself to the public in traveling sideshows. Eventually, however, he finds himself alone and destitute in London. Due to the kindness of one Dr. Frederick Treves, Merrick is soon admitted into the London Hospital for care and observation. Treves becomes determined to help Merrick lead a normal life, and Merrick soon becomes the toast of society. In the end however Merrick finds that normality isn't something he can achieve, or that he even necessarily wants. Experience The Elephant Man at Zao Theatre in Apache Junction.