I'M ON LITHIUM: A Comedic Journey About Bipolar Disorder

John F. O’Donnell (Comedy Central, NY Times, NAMI-NYC) is an accomplished, national headlining comedian with over 20 years of experience. He’s also struggled with bipolar 1 disorder for just as long. In his uproariously hilarious and deeply meaningful one man show, John recounts a wild, full-blown manic episode he experienced in 2008. This amazing whirlwind of a true story finds John running through the streets of Dublin, Ireland 100% convinced that the CIA and descendants of the Nazis are trying to assassinate him. Have no fear, though! John’s not alone. The delusion also entails that he’s being protected by the Irish Republican Army and Bono from U2! This truly unique show uses humor and vulnerability to provide real insight into the thought-process of the manic mind. John is proud to present this redemptive work as the next chapter in his longtime continued efforts to use comedy to destigmatize mental illness.

“John describes a euphoric manic episode with incredible detail and insight, pulling the listener into his globetrotting quest and the characters he meets along the way. You will root for him, you will laugh (often to the point of tears) and you will come away with a new understanding of bipolar disorder and appreciation for the human condition.” - Dr. Kat Nordgren, Psychiatrist, Bellevue Hospital

“The audience effortlessly laughed along with O’Donnell, and his expert comedic timing almost obscured the fact that it takes tremendous vulnerability to speak about such a stigmatized illness publicly.” - Paste Magazine

w/ special guest:

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This show has a $10 suggested donation.

Doors 8:30pm. Show starts at 9pm.

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