This series continues on Wednesday, June 5 with the Flagstaff premiere of “Nowhere Special” at 7:00 p.m. at Theatrikos Theatre Company.

A single father dedicates the last few months of his life to finding a new family for his four-year-old son in “Nowhere Special”, starring James Norton.

John — a 35-year-old window cleaner — has dedicated his life to bringing up his 4-year-old son, Michael, after the child’s mother left them soon after giving birth. When John is given only a few months left to live, he attempts to find a new, perfect family for Michael, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation.

Although initially certain of what he is looking for in the perfect family, John gradually abandons his early convictions, overwhelmed by doubts on the decision. How can he judge a family from a brief encounter? And does he know his own child well enough to make this choice for him?

As John struggles to find the right answer to his impossible task, he comes to accept the help of a young social worker, opening himself to solutions he would never have considered. And he finally comes to accept his anger at the injustice of his destiny, the need to share the truth with his son, and to follow the child’s instincts on the biggest decision of their lives.

“Norton is spectacular!” — Glenn Kenny, The New York Times

“At its heart it is also an inspiring story of dedicated parent and child, how we face the uncertain future, and what we leave behind.” — Pete Hammond, Deadline

“Beautifully subtle work by Norton … endearing and utterly relatable to any parent.” — Nell Minow, RobertEbert.com

“An intimate family drama … an affecting portrait of parental devotion.” — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter

“Nowhere Special” will show at Theatrikos Theatre Company on Wednesday, June 5 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 general admission and $9 for Film Festival members and $10 for students.

For tickets and more information, please call 928-282-1177. Tickets can also be ordered in advance online at the BUY TICKETS link above.

 

Theatrikos Theatre Company is located at 11 W. Cherry Ave. in Downtown Flagstaff.

This partnership and collaboration is made possible by a generous grant from Creative Flagstaff.