

PROGRAMS
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prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
Since 2005 Erasing the Distance has produced a multitude World Premiere Theatrical productions all across the city of Chicago. Each show took a closer look at a specific mental health experiences including domestic violence, trauma, family dynamics, education system, criminal justice system, race and discrimination, immigration, poverty, depression, PTSD, the veteran experience, and more.
PUBLIC PROGRAMS
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CUSTOM PROGRAMS
For our custom programs, we work closely with a variety of clients and tailor performances to fit the needs of the audience. A typical performance includes 1-3 stories from the Erasing the Distance library followed by a facilitated conversation with the audience.
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OUR CLIENTS INCLUDE:
High Schools
Colleges/Universities
Corporate Events
Faith Communities
Conferences
STORY EVENTS
Happening on a monthly basis, our storytelling events feature a performance of a story from our library, followed by a group discussion regarding our personal experiences in relation to the story shared. Storytelling events are free and open to the public.
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PODCAST
"One Story At A Time" is a podcast that invites you into the interview portion of the story collection process, giving you an unfiltered window into the beautiful, messy details that make up a person's life. Guests share the details of their unique experiences in their own words, allowing us to understand their point of view, and their mental health journey.
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