Content Transparency Statement: Wet Brain

Playwrights Horizons is committed to sharing information with our audiences about any topics or sensory experiences which people may find distressing in advance of attending any of our productions or events.

Wet Brain contains mature content and themes including:

  • Depictions of the effects of alcoholism and those dealing with a family member's addiction
  • Substance abuse
  • References to eating disorders
  • Familial violence
  • Homophobic language
  • Graphic depiction of self-harm, including a stabbing and a hanging
  • Death of a family member

Wet Brain also includes stage effects including:

  • Flashing lights
  • Loud sounds
  • Haze throughout the show
  • Significant fog at moments in the show

American Addiction Centers: https://americanaddictioncenters.org/rehab-guide/alcohol-drug-hotline
Mental Health Coalition: https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/

If you have any specific questions about content, age-appropriateness, or stage effects (such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) not listed that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please utlize our Audience Services Form or email audienceservices@phnyc.org. You may also contact the box office directly at 212 279 4200.