World Premier Stage Play Presented At Madison Lyric Stage

MADISON, CT – It will be a world premiere at the Madison Lyric Stage when the new play “Elegy For A Fallen Angel” is performed.

“I’m honored to be able to present this final work in what I think of as a trilogy of plays that began with “Swan Knight” over 10 years ago, continued through “A Memory of Truth?” three years ago and now comes to completion with “Elegy for a Fallen,” Marc Deaton said who is also the artistic director of Madison Lyric Stage.

Madison Lyric Stage will present the world premiere of Deaton’s new play “Elegy for a Fallen Angel” for two performances on Saturday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 13. At 4 p.m. Performances will be held inside Madison Lyric Stage’s brand-new enclosed tent on the ground of the historic Deacon John Grave House, 581 Boston Post Rd.

Tickets are $40 and can be purchased by visiting Madisonlyricstage.org or calling 203-215-6329.

The new play features original music by Nathaniel Baker, utilizing themes by Purcell and Handel, “Elegy” explores a world of child neglect and abandonment as it intersects with a fantasy realm of angles, demons and monsters.

“Elegy for a Fallen Angel” follows siblings Arielle and Uriel as they escape the tormented home of their mother, Belinda, and begin a path of self-discovery and recovery. Along their journey, they encounter a chorus of mythic angles and demons, including Azrael (The Angel of Death), Gabriel (the Herald), Lilith (the Night Monster) and Lucifer (the Prince of Darkness). The cast features seven principal performers and a chorus of 10, accompanied by a five-piece orchestra.

“All three plays are very personal to me and reflect my experiences growing up,” Deaton said. “I understand that the topics are difficult, but my hope is that my stories inspire others who have experienced abuse and trauma – and survived.”