Artistic Fraud of Newfoundland: Between Breaths

Well known in Newfoundland as the Whale Man, Dr. Jon Lien pioneered techniques for rescuing whales trapped in fishing nets. Often risking his very life in the water with the formidable and frightened animals, Lien would seek to earn their trust as much as the fishermen’s. His ability to free more than 500 whales, while doing as little damage to the fishing gear as possible, won the hard-earned respect of the fishermen. Despite his risky work, Lien’s biggest fight came at the hands of a lengthy illness.

Based on Dr. Jon Lien’s real life, Between Breaths jumps time backwards, from the final moments of Lien’s life – in a wheelchair and dealing with brain damage – to his very first whale intervention.

Please be advised this performance contains occasional use of strong language.