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Category: Publication

#MeToo in the Theater

#MeToo in the Theater

Proud to have collaborated with OnStage Blog on this piece about recent sexual abuse revelations within the theater community and ways to identify predatory behavior. http://www.onstageblog.com/voices/2018/6/18/metoo-in-the-theatre-understanding-the-warning-signs-of-grooming Best, Dr. Drama

Dr. Drama in Conversation with Tatro

Dr. Drama in Conversation with Tatro

I spoke with Will Barrios of Tatro about the genesis of Dr. Drama, how psychology and theater are linked, and the power of play.  You can check out the interview here: https://www.tatrotoy.com/just-play-blog/the-doctor-s-in-a-conversation-with-dr-drama-on-the-intersection-of-theater-and-psychology Best, Dr. Drama  

Elsie Cast and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Elsie Cast and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Conversation with Rachel Milligan Ferat of the Elsie Cast about the musical comedy Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. We discuss the fantastic theater references held within, as well as exploring the mental health elements of the show, including addiction, suicide and borderline personality disorder. You can check out […]

Dr. Drama in NAMI

Dr. Drama in NAMI

I often reference NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) as a resource, so I am extra pleased to have been published on their website talking about mental health in musical theater.  You can check it out at https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/December-2017/The-Top-Three-Musicals-About-Mental-Health Best, Dr. Drama