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Only For Now: Trump, Trauma And Healing From The Last 4 Years

Only For Now: Trump, Trauma And Healing From The Last 4 Years

(Photo: AP) The irreverent puppet/human hybrid musical Avenue Q explored how we navigate early adulthood in contemporary times. This loving satire concluded with the song, “For Now”, reminding us that everything is ephemeral and, in that recognition, there is an unburdening. We are currently standing […]

Hamilton and Trauma – Why He Wrote Like He Was Running Out Of Time, Part II

Hamilton and Trauma – Why He Wrote Like He Was Running Out Of Time, Part II

One of the true and few joys of this quarantine time has been the early home release of the pro shot of Hamilton: An American Musical. We received what we have never had before: the opportunity to, at any time, watch this American masterpiece. And […]

Come From Away and Trauma – The Healing Power of Community

Come From Away and Trauma – The Healing Power of Community

It happened sixteen years ago this week. The sky was falling, the fright was blinding. A sickening coordinated attack by humans on other humans. A sense that the world would never again be safe. Sounds like the least likely topic for a musical. Yet playing eight times a week […]