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Panacea – Riverside Studios
19Mar By Charlotte MansfieldNo Comments
London

Panacea – Riverside Studios

Professor Gus Jamieson (Will Batty) is a man with Autism Spectrum Disorder and an idea for how to save humanity. His cure for infectious diseases will prevent another pandemic, provided he can get approval for the initial stages of lab trials. Written as a collaboration between microbiologist Andrew Singer and theatre-maker Christina James, this one act play explores how science and ethics interact to have real-world consequences. Opening with a Greek chorus that leaves us in no doubt how the play is going to go, we follow Gus as he navigates work, romance and his ASD in his desire to eradicate disease. Egged on by an enthusiastic student (Nina Fidderman), Gus becomes caught between the more cautious advice of those closest to him and his confidence in his own scientific abilities. ...
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Panacea – The Cockpit
11Jan By Zain RussellNo Comments
London

Panacea – The Cockpit

Panacea is a tragedy centered on a scientist who creates an infectious disease intended to save humanity from future pandemics. While the synopsis may appear straightforward, the play explores profound themes, presenting a layered narrative that delves into navigating love and relationships while being on the autism spectrum, confronting grief and suicide, and grappling with ethical dilemmas about whether humans should "play God" and the consequences of such actions. This thought-provoking play weaves together these complex aspects into a seamless performance that lingers in the audience’s mind. Augustus Jameson, portrayed by Jonty O’Callaghan, delivered a superb and deeply empathetic performance. His portrayal of someone on the autism spectrum was both sensitive and authentic, capt...
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