The (curious case of the) Watson Intelligence (play 2013)

The (curious case of the) Watson Intelligence (2013)

The (curious case of the) Watson Intelligence is an American play written by Madeleine George and directed by Leigh Silverman, performed at Playwrights Horizons, Mainstage Theater (New York, USA) from 15 november to 29 december 2013, starring John Ellison Conlee as Dr. Watson.

John Ellison Conlee played 4 Watsons (Dr. John H. Watson dressed as Sherlock Holmes ; IBM's computer named Watson ; Thomas A. Watson, Alexander G. Bell's assistant ; and Watson, an IT guy). There is no Sherlock Holmes character in the play.

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  Frank Merrick (David Costabile) and Dr. Watson (John Ellison Conlee)
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  Eliza (Amanda Quaid) and Thomas A. Watson (John Ellison Conlee)
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© Photos : Joan Marcus.

Cast

• Dr. John Watson / Thomas A. Watson / IBM's Computer Watson / IT Guy Watson : John Ellison Conlee
• Frank Merrick : David Costabile
• Eliza : Amanda Quaid

Crew

• Director : Leigh Silverman
• Playwright : Madeleine George
• Scenic Design : Louisa Thompson
• Costume Design : Anita Yavich
• Lighting Design : Mark Barton
• Sound Design : Matt Tierney
• Original Music : Peter Stopschinski
• Production Stage Manager : David H. Lurie

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