October 25, 2016
7pm
Casella Theater
Casella Theater Entertainment Performance Performing Arts Soundings
As his physician father slips towards senility, Dr. William MacQueen strives to live up to the standards he has inherited. The frustration of forms, complicated coding and red tape begin to erode his practice and threaten his family life. William must choose between the roles of doctor, husband, father, and son. Based on extensive interviews, Milligan’s solo play examines the challenges confronting primary care doctors in America. “Medicine is a trust earned by listening, but I can’t hear anymore,” states the broken physician in Milligan’s play. Milligan examines the art of medicine, of a physician’s desire to heal patients, versus the war of attrition they face against a mindless machine comprised of malpractice suits, ethical questions, and a broken health care system. He posits how many people fall through the cracks because of these distractions from practicing true medicine. Milligan’s work strives to put a human face on what he perceives to be a national tragedy.
Tickets for this performance are $18 for adults, $15 for Castleton alumni and seniors, and $12 for children. Castleton faculty, staff and students are eligible for one free ticket with a valid, current Castleton ID. Tickets are available through Castleton Tickets or the Fine Arts Center Box Office.
For more information, please contact the Fine Arts Center Box Office at (802) 468-1119.