Kevin Stackhouse

Merlin and Wart Kevin Stackhouse

The year is 1987, and Merlin, a man who says he has the power to create magic spells and age backwards is trapped in Byberry Mental Hospital on the outskirts of Philadelphia. He is not alone, however, as his young protege, Wart, is there to challenge his every philosophy and very way of life. This two-person play examines what social constructs make a person worthy of asylum and whether or not these same characteristics make for a successful member of and social group. As time is the essence of all of our lives, what does it mean for someone who lives backwards?