About This Production

Laughter is the antidote to all things. When mom is depressed, a young child sets out to assemble a list of all the things that make life wonderful. From “ice cream” to “sunshine” to “laughing so hard milk shoots out your nose”. The list grows as the child progresses from adolescence to adulthood. Told in collaboration with the audience, this uplifting story explores resilience, and the lengths we will go for those we love.

One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression—and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see, full stop

The Guardian UK

  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing
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  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing
  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing
  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing
  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing
  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing
  • Production Photo of Suzanne O'Donnell in Every Brilliant Thing

Social Distanced Seating

For your consideration, we are providing a special section in the upper mezzanine for patrons who wish to be distanced from other parties. When purchasing, seats for this section are indicated in bright red.

Critic and Audience Reviews

Suzanne O'Donnell is wonderful in this part! She brought the story to life, and engaged the audience in a meaningful/impactful way! Bravo! Suzanne!

-Audience Member

The play was thought-provoking, touching and very engaging. Kudos to all involved. Excellent job!

-Audience Member

A compelling story that illuminates the human condition… tells us something about ourselves [and] it entertains while doing so.

-Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel

Creative Team

Director: Anne Hering
Scenic Designer: Kurt Bippert
Lighting Designer: Delonte Smith
Sound Designer: Britt Sandusky
AEA Stage Manager: George Hamrah*
AEA Assistant Stage Manager: Anne Hering*

*Member of Actors’ Equity Association

Meet the Cast

Suzanne O’Donnell*

Narrator