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 both on our own and through partners:
· Created an anti-stigma campaign (geo targeted public health) that had 24M impressions and the University of South Florida reviewed it to say it “had significant impacts in nearly every domain of addiction stigma.”
· Co-Produced the award-winning THE WHITE CHIP which played New York, London and around the country.
· Got coverage on MSNBC, Drew Barrymore, Watch What Happens Live and NYLive with THE WHITE CHIP.
· Worked with the Tampa Bay Rays to produce “Recovery & The Rays” -- a night connecting sports and recovery.
· Led the Clinton Foundation’s efforts to place Naloxone in every Broadway house.
· Spoke to world leaders at the Clinton Global Initiative on how the arts can change national narratives.
· Worked with Hazelden Betty Ford on strategic planning and their Arts Incubator project.
· Partnered with the Terrence McNally Foundation, the Guggenheim and Provincetown Theater to commission artists and provide mentorship to younger artists in recovery.
· Partnered with REDWOOD: THE MUSICAL to provide tools for the audience and community conversations with Idina Menzel, Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Commissioner Chinazo Cunnigham, and David Wilke.
· Developed multiple recovery forward theater pieces that will now play in theaters around the country.
· In articles in the LA Times, Salon, and high-profile podcasts have been an international advocate for removing stigma.
· Multiple keynote addresses.