Mental Minds Theatre - Ideas for first production by rosiemonk https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a We unpack the perspective of young people regarding issues challenging society today, using humor to provoke and enlighten en-us 2022-02-24 01:01:03 UTC 2025-06-19 15:37:34 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f9e0.png jessicakatefoster https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2063659300 2022-02-24 01:21:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2063659300 the idea of mental health is a key idea that would be interesting to explore. more specifically, the aspect of anxiety and depression and how it can create a dark place for those suffering. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065738433 2022-02-25 03:37:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065738433 Within Mental Health we could incorporate ADHD, Anxiety/ Depression and or Bi Polar. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065739873 2022-02-25 03:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065739873 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065740523 how anxiety and depression can be very isolating]]> 2022-02-25 03:39:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065740523 i want the audience to understand how serious mental health can be for teenagers. Most of the audience will be parents or teachers. I hope to send the message that shows that our anxiety and depression isn't just from using our phones too much. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065741374 2022-02-25 03:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065741374 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065742134 aching cheek muscles]]> 2022-02-25 03:40:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065742134 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065742534 understand more about what people are going through and a better understanding about what it is like living with these mental illnesses. Also grasp a better understanding of what depression and anxiety. ]]> 2022-02-25 03:41:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065742534 Mental Illness - I think one mental illness which would be really cool to explore is Schizophrenia, and i think with this mental illness we can explore the world of shadows and miniatures deeply. I also think this would be a good mental illness to discuss because there are more than one aspect to it and it can also give us an opportunity to lead into other mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression. (For example, how does Schizophrenia affect the people who have it, but also the people who experience it, so that might be the family or friends of someone who has it) https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065743179 2022-02-25 03:41:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065743179 i want them to feel empathy and feel the emotions that come with mental health. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065744320 2022-02-25 03:42:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065744320 a key idea that i also want to discuss is overthinking and using light and shadows and projection to show the CONSTANT thoughts. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065745394 2022-02-25 03:43:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065745394 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065745516 a lighter, happier (more comedic) representation on mental health issues. Exploring dark topics without being dark about it]]> 2022-02-25 03:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065745516 We want them to think that 1) mental illness is illnesses and they can badly affect a lot of people, and 2) its not something to be ashamed of. We want the audience to feel informed but also feel more comfortable, and hopefully that would help the audience speak up or find help if they have a mental illness https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065745873 2022-02-25 03:44:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065745873 i want to leave the audience thinking about what they learnt and how to put that information into action https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065746259 2022-02-25 03:44:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065746259 explore how it can be embarrassing or seen as a weakness if you admit that you have a mental illness. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065746889 2022-02-25 03:45:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065746889 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065747546 We could create a skit where we represent the different mental health issues interacting with each other in a shared situation without specifying what they are - we could even use different accents for each disorder]]> 2022-02-25 03:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065747546 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065747685 How mental health professionals often treat people struggling with mental health like young children ]]> 2022-02-25 03:45:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065747685 Overwhelmed - Royal and Serpent https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065747860 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_e7UYTY96Xs]]> 2022-02-25 03:46:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065747860 Making the audience more understandable about these topics as some off us have been told that its all in the head or because of our phones. Also thinking about what people are going through. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065748095 2022-02-25 03:46:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065748095 information about mental health they may not have known before, to feel comfortable and less afraid, smiles (no frowns allowed) https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065748448 2022-02-25 03:46:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065748448 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065750601 ADHD, bi-polar, OCD, schizophrenia, terretes ]]> 2022-02-25 03:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065750601 Maybe that mental illness (or even 'bad' traits in a person, irrelevant but this is a brain dump) doesn't need a cause- some things just happen to people and there isn't really a reason. Some people seem to be under the impression that to have a mental illness you have to have some kind of horrific background. jilq154 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065750868 2022-02-25 03:48:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065750868 I want them to feel comfortable and empathic when talking about the topic. https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065751566 2022-02-25 03:49:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065751566 https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065755639 break-up scene + both of their different perspectives after the break up and how they react

OR

Break up scene and then the 5 stages of grief

]]> 2022-02-25 03:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065755639 jessicakatefoster https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065756849 Doctor, doctor, nobody understands me. What do you mean by that?
Doctor, doctor, people tell me I’m a wheelbarrow. Don’t let people push you around.
Doctor, doctor, No one believes a word I say. Tell me the truth now, What’s your REAL problem?

Doctor, doctor, I feel like a small bucket. You do look a little pail.

Doctor, doctor, I’ve only got 59 seconds to live. Wait a minute please.

Doctor, I have a ringing in my ears. Don’t answer!

Doctor, you must help me. Im under such a lot of stress, I keep losing my temper with people. Doctor: Tell me about your problem. Patient: I JUST DID, DIDN’t I, YOU MORON!!!

How many psychologists does it take to change a light bulb? None. The light bulb will change itself when it’s ready.

How many psychologists does it take to change a light bulb? Just one, but the light bulb really has to want to change.

How many psychiatrists does it take to change a light bulb? “Why does the light bulb necessarily have to change?”


]]> 2022-02-25 03:54:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065756849 This is for performance: We could do a break up scene, where the couple breaks up because one of them thought the other was too 'ugly' or 'fat, and then that person could develop a mental illness (eating disorder) and we can base that section to that mental illness https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065759563 2022-02-25 03:56:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065759563 Movement/Scene Ideas https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065762220 - we could do a trust fall
- we could do a monologue of someone and their internal voice, which we can use a shadow hand to represent. It might also be funny if the internal voice spoke gibberish.
- some of the skits could be of the same character just progressing their story. E.G someone with anxiety could be planning for a day out but they keep trying to talk themselves out of it. So each time they appear in a skit its still them debating whether or not to go out]]> 2022-02-25 03:59:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jessicakatefoster/wzqwc7tk3x1u7h5a/wish/2065762220