Edison students to present "Dead Man's Cell Phone"

"Dead Man's Cell Phone" runs for 8 performances Nov. 14-23.

Students at Edison State College will present Sarah Ruhl play "Dead Man's Cell Phone" Nov. 14-23.

I have kind of a love-hate relationship with Sarah Ruhl plays. I've seen, I think, three - including "Dead Man's Cell Phone" and read a few more.

The plays wander around in metaphysics, technology and whatever else seems to flicker across the cosmos. It can be fascinating, but directors have to have a *very* clear vision (see "The Clean House") in order to focus the show. I'm interested to see what Stuart Brown and his students do with this one.

"Dead Man's Cell Phone" runs for 8 performances Nov. 14-23. Shows are 8 p.m. Thursday - Saturday, with 2 p.m. matinees on Nov. 16 & 23. Tickets ($10, $5 students) available at the door or http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/470702. Be warned, seating is limited and in high demand.