“The Wonderful World of Was" Documenting the Journey

This musical dramedy, "The Wonderful World of Was," serves as a poignant vehicle for highlighting Dementia and Dementia Caregiver Awareness. The talented creators behind this production have personal connections to the subject—having loved ones grappling with dementia's effects or having the condition themselves. The heart of our show revolves around Lareaux Bordeaux, a retired real estate developer grappling with Lewy Body Dementia. Portrayed by the remarkable Anthony Vann, who personally faces memory loss due to his own fight with West Nile Virus, this character's journey becomes a narrative that helps normalize the conversation around dementia. SOCIAL ISSUES THEATRE (thesit.org).