Darkly comical and completely wordless this one person show reaches beyond the limits of language to turn the conventions of Mime and Clown on their heads. From a child with mind control powers, to an amoeba struggling for life, to a man cast helplessly adrift in outer space, this unique new show transforms space to present an original story. Magical Exploding Boy is physical comedy that transcends the need for written word with a refreshingly offbeat and existential voice of its own.
Dean Evans is a professional Actor, Mime Artist, and Clown. He has studied Mime and Physical Theater at The School for Mime Theater, The Ohio State University, and with masters Marcel Marceau, and Stephen Niedzialkowsky. Additionally, he has trained in Clown and Eccentric Performance with Avner Eisenberg and Julie Goell. Evans is an ensemble member of The Neo-Futurists, with whom he created such original shows as Picked Up, Drag, and The Dean Evans Show. In 2006 he received the After Dark Award for his performance in company’s production of The Santa Abductions. His work in 2009 included the critical-acclaimed production of Strange Interlude produced by The Goodman for their Eugene O’Neill Festival, as well as a trip to the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal with Second City's completely non-verbal show Reverie, directed by Dexter Bullard. Dean Evans has developed a distinctive style of performance that combines his twisted humor with mimetic techniques, clowning, and original sound. Visit Dean's personal website. Dean teaches Clown, Mime, and Physical Performance through Chicago Physical Theater.