Every Brilliant Thing

Oct 24, 2021 - Nov 14, 2021 | Studio


By Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe
Directed by Dean Patrick Fleming
Set and Lighting by Zoe Roux
and Starring Daniel Brochu

A Segal Centre production in association with Hudson Village Theatre

Ice cream, hugs, the smell of old books...
How many little joys do we take for granted but that make life so special? A child whose mother has chronic depression attempts to list as many of these as he can, so he can prove to her, and remind himself, that life is indeed worth living. Winning over Segal audiences in our limited-run spring production, Every Brilliant Thing is a celebration of gratitude, resilience, and the motivating force of love.

This one-man show is intimate and interactive, poignant and funny, and reminds us that we are surrounded all the time by a bounty of brilliant things.



Watch the most recent Sunday at The Segal for Every Brilliant Thing:




LISA'S NOTE    

“This is a life-affirming theatre experience unlike any other. It’s the perfect first show back to see and to be in the theatre together again.”


Content Advisory

The Segal Centre believes that our patrons can determine what is distressing, triggering, or offensive for themselves, and what is appropriate for their children. We prefer not to set specific age-based restrictions but, rather, offer content advisories for each show. Of course, should you be unsure based on the advisories, please contact us and we will be happy to help you with your decision.

  • Content includes talk of suicide, pet euthanasia, and clinical depression
  • Mature themes and strong language
  • Socially-distanced audience participation
  • Excessive praise of the 70s rock band Chicago

Sunday @ the Segal
On Sunday, October 24, at 11am, don't miss the Every Brilliant Thing virtual edition of Sunday @ the Segal, as we gather a group of panelists who have played the role, often known as the Narrator or She/Him, to discuss their own understanding of this one-man show. Listen in as we discuss why this show has touched the hearts of so many, exploring how the different experiences of each actor shapes the way that the performance and character are received by audiences. Click here for more details



Review

CAST


Daniel Brochu

Daniel Brochu

Narrator

CREATIVE TEAM


Dean Patrick Fleming

Dean Patrick Fleming

Director

Zoe Roux

Zoe Roux

Set & Lighting Designer

Louise Bourret

Louise Bourret

Stylist

Melanie St-Jacques

Melanie St-Jacques

Stage Manager

Jimmy Blais

Jimmy Blais

Assistant Director (Creation)

Darah Miah

Darah Miah

Design Assistant (Creation)