Bernard Pomerance tells the story of, John Merrick, whose hideously deformed body obscures a sensitive and intelligent human being. Merrick is exploited by Victorian philanthropists and even those who care for him can’t help him as he becomes dependent on his deformity for his success. Contains brief nudity, recommended for mature audiences only. $8/10, 8pm, McCreless Theatre, SAC, 1300 San Pedro, (210) 733-2715.