One man's quest to cure his obsessive-compulsive disorder with mushrooms. (results may vary)
The Mushroom Cure is the true story of how, inspired by a scientific study, Adam Strauss treated his debilitating OCD with psychedelics.
Written and performed – and lived – by Adam Strauss.
Developed with and directed by Jonathan Libman.
Sponsored by the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS).
Press & Reviews
"Mines a great deal of laughter from disabling pain."
The New York Times"Brilliant, hilarious, and moving."
Michael Pollan"Arrestingly honest and howlingly funny." (3.5/4 stars)
The Chicago Tribune"Riveting… A true-life tour de force." (Critics’ Pick)
Time Out New YorkWinner - Overall Excellence Award for Solo Performance
New York Fringe Festival"A miracle of a show and a must-see."
Talkin’ Broadway★★★★ "Storytelling of the highest order… Utterly, absolutely absorbing."
The Scotsman"A brilliant psychedelic comedian."
Duncan TrussellWinner - Best Solo Show
Eddy Awards for Bay Area Theater
"One hell of a trip."
Broadway Baby“The Mushroom Cure’ stuns as honest, captivating narrative."
The Daily Californian"Strauss takes us on a fabulous, perceptive trip."
Theatrius"One extremely talented comedian… Adam Strauss is brilliant."
SF Theater Blog★★★★★ "There really aren’t many more naturally gifted storytellers than Strauss."
ThreeWeeks★★★★ "An amazing storyteller and stand up comedian… Outstanding."
EdFest Magazine★★★★ "Extremely gifted."
The Skinny★★★★ "A revelation."
Broadway Baby★★★★ "Highly recommended."
The Herald (UK)"Strauss does a splendid job of navigating romance, pain, desperation, and humor."
OffOffOnline"Standout performance… Experience of mystery and wonder."
Theatre Reviews LimitedInterview: Leonard Lopate Show
ListenAdam on OCD & Psychedelics
Huffington PostInterview: Can you treat OCD with shrooms?
Vice TonicFeature Article
The Times (UK)Feature Article
SF WeeklyInterview
PsymposiaInterview
OZYWrite-up: "True Tale of Psychedelics"
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