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There are silent struggles all around– will you listen?
In this original story written, directed & performed by Native artists and youth of color, we see an up close look at a group of teens on the rez. They are face to face with some big challenges: a missing family member, bullying & thoughts of suicide. This story of friendship and courage is part of the hope for the future.
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Written by Payton Counts Co-directed by Payton Counts and Sir Curtis Kirby III Produced by Brenna Depies
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Presented by: Indigenous Peoples Task Force Ikidowin Acting Ensemble Keep The Fire Alive Program © 2021
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If you’d like to host a live performance of this play in your community, please contact bskirby66@gmail.com or brennaa@indigenouspeoplestf.org
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Trigger warning: suicide, self-harm, missing and murdered indigenous relatives. We recommend viewers be 10 years of age or older or parental discretion.
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If you are having trouble coping or thinking about suicide please there is help. Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Crisis Text Line, free crisis support services at no cost, 24 hours a day: text ‘START’ to 741741 Stronghearts Native Helpline: 1-844-762-8483 (7 AM – 10 PM CT daily)
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Thank you to our Funders
This production was made possible by support from SAMHSA Native Connections, The Upswing Fund for Adolescent Mental Health, and the Minnesota State Arts Board.
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