Up Again, Down Again, Up Again: My Bipolar Experience
Saturday, February 01, 2025, at Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble, 1650 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, at 7 pm
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In-Person: $20
Livestream: $15 (Sliding Scale Available)
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Join the Neocortex Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) at the Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble for our inaugural performance and master's thesis concert. Featuring CHROMABEATS, ALEX YASINOVSKY, and SPENCE WARREN.
"Up Again, Down Again, Up Again: My Bipolar Experience" is an evening-length dance performance exploring the complex psychological experiences and fluctuating mental states associated with bipolar disorder. This concert is the culmination and continuation of my research at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, combining interviews with dancers living with bipolar disorder and my personal experiences.
The performance features two original choreographic works in collaboration with the dancers:
- "Switching (The Oscillation of Polarity)": A physical representation of bipolar disorder's effects.
- "Up Again, Down Again, Up Again": An abstract interpretation of the chemical imbalance in my brain.
Through this event, I aim to:
- Raise awareness and destigmatize bipolar disorder
- Create relatable work supporting those affected and their loved ones
- Provide valuable resources and informational brochures
From the highs to the lows and back up again, this event will shed light on the complexities of my experiences living with bipolar disorder, and I hope to share a shared experience with the audience.
DISCLAIMER
Neocortex Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) is not a licensed medical organization or personnel and will not be held responsible or liable for your engagement, treatments, triggers, or actions. The information and resources Neocortex Dance Theatre Company provides on our website, our social media platforms, performances, rehearsals, workshops, residencies, or classes are not medical, personal, or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatments and should only be used for educational purposes. Always seek medical advice from licensed medical professionals.
TRIGGER WARNING
Mental health and bipolar content, may contain flashing lights, and in the “Switching (The Oscillation of Polarity)” piece, the middle finger is presented to the audience
Neocortex Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) explores complex themes about mental health and identity (including themes of suicide, self-harm, abuse, mental illness symptoms, and more). The material and choreographic works may be traumatizing for adult or children audiences. If you are unsure about the content, please reach out to us for further details.