The Effect
A heart-wrenching, mind-bending drama
by Lucy Prebble
March 8 – 23
When Connie and Tristan meet as patients in a clinical trial, they are pulled together by magnetic chemistry, skyrocketing dopamine, and a rush of endorphins. As their relationship develops at break-neck speed, the validity of their feelings for each other comes into question. Is their connection organic, or can it be attributed to a side effect within their antidepressant? The pharmaceutical team controlling the trial debates the illicit nature of Connie and Tristan’s relationship, leading them to examine the ethics of the trial itself. This mind-bending play examines the uncertainty of love, the terrifying wasteland of depression, and the limitations of neuroscience.
Suitability Suggestions
The Effect is an exploration of attraction and depression. It includes sexual content, mental health issues, profanity, and violence. It is suited for mature high school students and older.If you’d like more detailed information, visit our content advisory page. (Note: may contain spoilers)
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. A very special thank you to David & Julie Warner and Philip & Gail Minerich for sponsoring this apprentice class.
