Performing arts venues have faced closures and indefinite hiatuses while emphasizing that people matter more than places, even as venues are dismantled and assets sold. A local theatre announced an open-house sale listing costumes, furniture, shelving, computers, props, scripts, kitchen wares, concessions items, and mini fridges. Persistent closures and economic pressures have reduced in-person congregation spaces and activities over recent years. Mental-health challenges and depression can make basic self-care difficult for some during these losses, increasing the need for support. Rebellious joy and self-care are encouraged, and remaining community connections should be strengthened without assigning guardianship to any single person.
As I write these words, Aurora Theatre-which closed its final proper show this past Sunday-just announced its "General Open House Sale" to take place on Monday the 25th. As the notice reads, "We've got costumes, furniture, office furniture, office shelving + storage, computers, theatrical props, scripts, kitchen wares, concessions items, events shwag, and a slew of other miscellaneous items. Plus several mini fridges!"
Naturally, one has to wonder how everyone is holding up through the constant madness. As someone who frequently promotes the idea of rebellious joy, I should also note that self-care takes priority. And as someone who knows a thing or two about depression and caring for someone with mental illness, I've seen how easy it is to forget the fundamental everyday necessities (eating, bathing, simply moving) because the darkness seems all-consuming.
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