Tag: mental health
Immersive Theater Brings Legendary Nellie Bly Back to Life
Remembering a period of history that was downright cruel, especially in regard to women's health -- and the woman who exposed it all.
‘Beauty Mark’: The First Film of the #MeToo Movement
A woman must find a way to seize the upper hand from the man who stole her innocence.
With SingleCare, Free Healthcare Discounts Are Perfect for Artists
Even those without insurance can get free discounts on medication, dental care, vision care and more.
Thriving in Science, Working as Artist? Here’s an Elegant Proof
No, we're not all brooding eccentrics.
Armed Teachers Will Only Prove We Failed as a Society
You know, like something out of a Clint Eastwood blockbuster.
Kurt Andersen’s ‘Fantasyland’ Got Me All Worked Up
In "Fantasyland," Americans are fundamentally kooky believers in anything; sometimes for the good, sometimes not.
Black Girl In Om: Creating a Space for Women of Color...
In the current climate of our country, self-care is not just helpful; it’s a necessary lifeline.
Mental Health Therapy Needs Arts as Process and Product
Women need each and every tool available in their box for mental health care.
“World Builders”: Mental Illness Dares to Dream
What if patients got together and tried to save their inner world?
Dementia Recalled In Off-Broadway “Mother of Invention”
"Growing up in the same household...siblings can have very different experiences."
Breaking the Male Code: William Giraldi’s “The Hero’s Body”
As Trump nears the bully pulpit, Giraldi cracks the international code of the human male.
Shakespeare and Special Needs Teenagers
Katie Yohe shares insights from directing youth with cognitive disabilities.
Statistically, Most Mass Shooters Don’t Look Like This
There have been 153 school shootings since 2013. That number is insane.
Playwright Nambi E. Kelley and the Study of Choice
Everyone wants to work with Nambi Kelley, so three companies are joining forces on her latest play.
Beyond Normalcy with Arlene Malinowski
Arlene Malinowski on using solo shows to change the conversation on mental illness.
Creating Ourselves Ill
What does it mean when studies show creative professionals have higher rates of mental illness?
Memorial Day: Reflecting on Our Nation’s Father and Ike
What should our brave warriors fight, suffer and die for?
As U.S. Austerity Deepens, Prepare for Revolution
Hopefully it will be a peaceful revolution. It may not be. But, as in the Middle East and Europe with hints in Asia, it's coming.
Circling the Drain: Depression in Comedy
Comedy about depression, anger, rage, impotence, personal failure and self-hatred: a good time.
Artists First? Charting a Future for the American Theater
By the time our theaters reopen, which artists will be left standing? Let us revisit the ancient notion of the acting company.
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Herman Cain (and Republicans Unable)
And then there was Jerry Falwell, Jr., with his open pants, evangelical FUPA and his hands veering into prime side-boob territory with -- hey, doesn't she have a name?
