dir. Paul Kalina

University of Iowa

October, 2021

After the sudden loss of their best friend, Good-dog, Sad-bird must adjust to their new life in a world of Angels, Anarchists, Aliens, and the ghost of a disgraced Russian scientist. As Sad-bird searches for their place on earth, Good-dog searches for his place among the stars. Smile Medicine is an exploration of mental illness and grief through humor, lamentation, and music.

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Smile Medicine was presented as a reading in May of 2019 directed by Bries Vannon.