Step inside the mental ward where one man dares to defy authority, inspiring courage, laughter, and heartbreak. Witness a gripping battle of wills, rebellion, and the human spirit live on stage.
- Written by Dale Wasserman
- Based on the novel by Ken Kesey
- Directed by Stephen Peters
June 11, 12, 13 - 7pm
June 14 - 2:30pm
Magnolia Hall
A new arrival walks into the mental ward with confidence and a plan. Randle Patrick McMurphy thinks he can bend the rules, shake the system, and bring life back to the patients around him. He quickly learns that the authority in charge is stronger, colder, and more determined than he expected. This clash drives the story with tension and urgency.
The patients respond to this shift. Some open up. Some retreat. Some fear what freedom might cost. Their interactions create humor, conflict, and moments that feel surprisingly human. Each character brings something distinct, and their choices shape the rising pressure inside the ward. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest pulls you close with emotion, intensity, and sharp character work.
A charged, human experience that will stay with you. It moves quickly, hits hard, and delivers a powerful night of theater.
“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
www.concordtheatricals.com