Beside Myself at North Coast Repertory Theatre
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SOLANA BEACH, Calif. - Californer -- North Coast Repertory Theatre kicks off Season 44 with the world premiere of the brilliantly inventive comedy BESIDE MYSELF, a witty, surreal exploration of modern anxiety and identity.

Step into a world where modern anxiety meets magical possibility, as a revolutionary medical procedure creates an unexpected double dose of identity crisis. This sparkling new comedy follows two versions of one woman, trapped in a single body, as they wrestle for control with hilarious and profound results.

From Paul Slade Smith, the clever mind behind The Angel Next Door, The Outsider, and Unnecessary Farce, comes a comedic exploration that promises to challenge audiences while keeping them laughing. Smith's signature blend of intelligent humor and theatrical innovation shines in this latest work, offering both entertainment and insight into the complexities of the human psyche.

BESIDE MYSELF is directed by North Coast Rep's Artistic Director David Ellenstein, who brings his acclaimed vision to this exciting world premiere production.

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The Cast: Tom Daugherty*, Erin Noel Grennan*, Matthew Henerson*, Jacquelyn Ritz*, Alanna J. Smith*, and Christopher M. Williams*. Creative: Marty Burnett (Scenic Design), Matt Novotny (Light Design), Alina Bokovikova (Costume Design), Aaron Rumley (Sound Design), Michael Wogulis (Props Design) and Peter Herman (Hair & Wig Design). Shannon Humiston* will Stage Manage and Victoria Hua is Production Assistant.

*The actor or stage manager appears through the courtesy of Actors' Equity

Association.

BESIDE MYSELF previews begin on Wednesday, September 10. Opening Night is set for September 13 at 8 pm. The play runs through Sunday, October 5, with performances on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 pm and Sundays at 7 pm. A talkback session with the director and cast is scheduled for Sept 19th.

North Coast Rep is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Tickets: Previews - $58.50 (including Friday preview at 2pm), Weeknights - $68.50, Wed. & Sat. Matinees/Sat. Eve. - $80.50; Sun. Night - $66.50. For ticket information and to secure your seats for BESIDE MYSELF, call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org. Join us for an extraordinary evening of laughter and discovery as we explore what happens when we truly meet ourselves.