Finding Silence by Percy Reale

Gospel has always resented the idea of therapy. Every single one he’s had has contributed to the reason why he needs one: Too harsh. Too dismissive. Too incompatible. Too expensive. Until he finds one a few days before his step-father’s suicide attempt: a psychologist who, quite literally, causes him to transcend the levels of his consciousness.

A thorough investigation into the nuances of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and the fallacies in the American Mental Healthcare system, “FINDING SILENCE” uses a well-endowed mix of humor and drama to immerse us into Gospel’s life as he navigates his recovery using his new therapist’s uncommon and outlandish methods. Leaning into absurdism, Gospel’s tale exists as a love letter to anyone who has ever felt their stories were too complicated to be told or listened to while begging the question: When does it truly serve us to forgive?

**This performance will take place at Chain Theatre's Studio Theatre. The space is ADA accessible and doors open 15 minutes before show time. Please note that the production asks all audience members to wear masks for the duration of the performance for the safety of the actors. Masks will be provided should any audience member need one.**

Host or Publisher Percy Reale, Avery Ingvarson