Every Brilliant Thing
1. Ice Cream. 2. Water Fights. 3. Staying up past your bedtime and being allowed to watch TV.
So begins a child’s earnest attempt to catalog every brilliant thing worth living for, aiming to uplift their mother during her battle with suicidal depression. As the child grows, so does the list–evolving into a poignant chronicle of life’s simple joys and the complexities of adulthood.
Surprisingly funny and delightful, this immersive storytelling experience invites you to become part of the narrative.
Every Brilliant Thing is a heartfelt reminder that even the smallest things–like a good cup of coffee or a song you love–can carry us through the hardest times. It’s about finding the joy in the everyday, bouncing back when life gets tough, and realizing just how much we need each other along the way.
Join us for this transformative experience that not only entertains but also opens a dialogue about mental health, encouraging us uall to find brilliance in the world around us.
“One of the funniest plays you’ll ever see about depression – and possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see, full stop.”
The Guardian
Every Brilliant Thing has been touring across Hampton Roads, and throughout the East Coast, facilitating this impactful story for military, navy, assisted living, colleges, and other communities. Through Sentara Health Plans’ generous support, this touring production has touched lives of thousands with more than 70+ performances.