INTRODUCING: THE RECOVERY ARTS PROJECT
The Recovery Arts Project taps into the transformative power of art and artists to change the national conversation about addiction and recovery. Artists are uniquely positioned to create highly visible, emotionally resonant work, persuading audiences that addiction is not a moral failing but a public health crisis. By eradicating the stigma of seeking help and providing real support to those in need, our work eases the recovery journey for millions of people around the world and ultimately saves lives.
Our approach falls into three categories:
➔ PRODUCE new artistic works that expand recovery narratives and/or are made by artists in recovery
➔ CREATE innovative programs to support artists at all stages of their recovery journey
➔ NORMALIZE seeking help through targeted media campaigns, partnerships, and public health resources
SUCCESS TO DATE
Since 2023, The Recovery Arts Project has emerged as a leading force in the global conversation about substance use. Here are a few highlights:
● Wrote and produced original off-Broadway play, The White Chip, with Hank Azaria, Edie Falco, Jason Biggs, Daryl Roth, and others. Partner to Redwood the Musical starring Idina Menzel on Broadway.
● Partnered with the Terrence McNally Foundation to commission sober writers.
● Developed geotargeted “recovery is possible” social media campaign, garnering 13M impressions in 8 weeks.
● Launched overdose prevention efforts to train 12,000 staff and install naloxone and fentanyl test strips both front and back of house in every Broadway theater.
● Created nationally recognized HR materials for recovery-friendly workplaces.
● Hosted “Recovery and The Rays” awareness event with Major League Baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays.
● Presented at Clinton Global Initiative in in Sept. 2024. Served as lead participant at Hazelden Betty Ford’s Next Level Summit in Nov. 2024.