The Elephant Man This amazing play written by Bernard Pomerance is based on the brief life of John Merrick who was born terribly deformed and was shunned by modern society when abandoned as a child. He survives as a freak show attraction until he is rescued from his heart wrenching life by a young doctor. Merrick aspires to be like any other man, becoming a favourite of the aristocracy and literati though unfortunately his dreams are tragically never realised. The Elephant Man recieved critical acclaim back in 1979 on Broadway and can still boast a powerful and contermporary production today. The Elephant Man is booking until Saturday 5th May 2007 Theatre: Trafalgar Studio Two, SW1A 2DY Booking From: Wednesday, 4th April 2007 Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday at 3pm Evenings: Monday - Saturday at 7.45pm Running Time: 90 minutes