Whose Life Is It Anyway?

March 11-22 2014 | The Cultch Historic Theatre

Ken Harrison is a well-known and respected sculptor, until a terrible car accident leaves him a paraplegic. His once positive outlook descends into depression as he comes to grips with the loss of his independence and his art. Even as he develops a relationship with Clare Scott, all he wants to do is end his life, but U.S. law forbids assisted suicide. Dr. Harrison vows to keep Ken alive — while Ken’s lawyer fights for his right to die.

Audience & Critic Reviews:

“A production that makes us grapple with a question so fundamental to our humanity deserves attention.“

— Kathleen Oliver, The Georgia Straight

“Whose Life is it Anyway? will entertain you, but more importantly challenge you.“

— Alan Woo, Fun Fun Vancouver

“Ken cracks funny line after funny line in a way that breaks your heart.“

— Jo Ledingham, Vancouver Courier

Whose Life is it Anyway?  took home two Jessie Richardson Awards in the Small Theatre category in 2014 — Outstanding Performance by Actor in a Lead Role (Bob Frazer), and Outstanding Lighting Design (Adrian Muir) It was also nominated in the Outstanding Production and Direction categories.