Some Assembly Theatre Company and RHYTAG tackles mental-health struggles in new digital play BREAKWATER, June 30, July 8, and July 11
The multimedia theatre production follows six youth facing isolation after a symbolic flood
Some Assembly Theatre Company and Roundhouse Youth Theatre Action Group (RHYTAG) have just announced they’ll present the world premiere of their new digital play, BREAKWATER, on June 30 at 4 pm, July 8 at 7 pm, and July 11 at 3 pm.
Already underway before the pandemic hit, the multimedia theatre project evolved when it became clear shutdowns were causing an increase in mental health struggles among youth. With Some Assembly’s determination and the support of the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Coastal Health, Roundhouse Community Centre, and other funders, the important theatre collaboration between diverse youth and professional artists was able to pivot and move forward.
BREAKWATER tells the story of six youth who face the effects of isolation and mental health challenges in the wake of a symbolic world-wide flood. Written by youth with professional playwright Valerie Methot, along with the support of industry professionals from script consultants to counsellors, BREAKWATER promotes self-care and compassion as well as strong, caring communities. You can check out the trailer here.
Some Assembly Theatre Company is in its 21st year of collaboratively creating and producing original plays that promote awareness, dialogue, and positive social change around issues that young people are facing.
Post sponsored by Some Assembly Theatre Company.