HER: my Anorexia story

Welcome to HER: my Anorexia story

Come join us on Saturday, June 1st, 2024 at 7:00 PM or Sunday June 2nd, 2024 at 4:00pm at the Fasseas Whitebox at The Menomonee Club Drucker Center on North Dayton Street in Chicago, IL, USA.

HER is a faith-based contemporary dance piece exposing the realities of overcoming an eating disorder and offering the hope of healing from mental illness.

The work contains theatrical elements and displays both the gradual subconscious decline of one’s mental health and the intense struggle for recovery. Following the common narrative of many who have struggled with anorexia, HER her may provoke a visceral reaction or be triggering for audiences with an eating disorder history. Overall, the hope of this piece is to empathize with those who have struggled with negative body image, disordered eating, and societal pressures, and to offer encouragement and restoration.

HER has a run time of 30 minutes and there will be a talk-back session with the cast and choreographer after the performance.

This event promises to be a captivating and mesmerizing experience, showcasing an intriguing choreographic narrative and the beauty of Chicago dance artists.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness an unforgettable performance!

Tickets are selling fast so grab one today!

Artists and Collaborators

Choreography: Faith von Atzigen

Dancers: Sarah Baker, Ciara Borg-Weaver, Rebecca Diane Huang, Elijah Richardson, Faith von Atzigen

Lighting: Sarah Freeman

Photography: Michelle Reid

Seating:

Doors will open 30 minutes prior to show and seating is on a first come first serve basis. The main entrance is near the performace area so please arrive on time before the doors close.

Parking:

Free parking is available in the parking lot at the facility until full. Overflow validated $5 for 2 hour parking one block south at 1467 N Dayton. There is also paid street parking available on the surrounding streets.

The creation and production of this work is supported by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.

Tickets: The Fasseas Whitebox does not possess a Performing Arts Venue license. As such, ticket revenue is a “suggested donation”. Patrons may not be turned away if they are unable or unwilling to pay. This policy is posted on the entrance to the theatre.