MANSFIELD — When Theatre 166 launched in 2018 the goal was that it would serve as a venue for artists, creatives and audiences that would be a space for lesser-known and thought-provoking pieces.
The simplicity of the black box theater, located next door to the Renaissance Theatre in downtown Mansfield, allows for optimal creativity.
All of these things are true when it comes to Next to Normal, directed by Ryan Shealy and featuring leading roles played by Kelly Knowlton, Jacob Poiner, Jamie Mayfield, and Noah Sgambellone.
Next to Normal follows a suburban family as they work to cope with crisis and mental illness, a timely message for a post-pandemic world.
The show opens on Oct. 7.
Performances will be preceded by a panel discussion between members of the Next to Normal crew and local mental health experts with the hope to provide resources and information.
