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Get Involved

We’d love to have you involved in our mission to shed light on mental illness through theatre. Here’s how you can help.

• Join the conversation Visit our NEW BLOG where we share resources, news articles, photos, and events. Spread the word by telling your networks about Erasing the Distance.

• Professional actors To be considered at one of our upcoming auditions, please mail two copies of your headshot and resume to Jessica Mondres, 4942 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625. Email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with any questions.

• Mental Health Professionals Submit a cover letter and resume if you are interested in joining our Mental Health Advisory Board or working as a trainer at our local high school touring locations for faculty and staff. Email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

• Hire us Bring one of our productions to your community. Contact Executive Artistic Director, at 773.944.5062 ×1 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to discuss how you can help bring us to your school, faith group, or workplace.

• Collaborate Create a customized production with us based on the true stories of your unique community. The first step is easy. Call or email Executive Artistic Director Brighid O’Shaughnessy at 773.944.5062 × 1 or through this form to brainstorm ideas.

• Tell your story Stories are always welcome and considered for inclusion in one of our upcoming productions. Please tell us more about you through our Submit Your Story form.

• Donate Any amount helps a great deal! Click here

• Volunteer your time Contact Jessica at 773.944.5062 ×3 or at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to discuss the possibilities. You could usher at a show, join our Board, or share a special skill.

• Advertise Wear a free Erasing the Distance button and let your community know that you are open and willing to talk about mental illness. Pick one up at any of our shows.