Express Yourself Exhibition, IMAGINE NATION features set design pieces and individual artwork from youth’s virtual performances during the pandemic period. Guest artist Wes Bruce joins us to share his inspiration for these vibrant animals that were created by Express Yourself youth pre-pandemic and then carried through to completion at both therapeutic environments and outside the studio. These sculptural pieces develop a compelling composition for the final virtual performance involving art, music, and movement that was featured at a drive-in event for youth and their families at the North Shore Music Theater in May of 2021. Express Yourself is a safe and supportive environment for youth considered at-risk and young individuals with mental illness, allowing each unique student to be immersed in visual arts, movement, and music, all as a means of building a community and self-confidence.
We are kicking off our 28th year of performance Wild and Free center stage at the Wang Theater -Boch Center on May 26th, 2022 at 7:00 pm in partnership with the Department of Mental Health. These large sculptural pieces will serve as part of an exciting set design.
Join us in our upcoming virtual reception with Express Yourself artists and youth that helped to create the large exhibition sculptures.
Virtual Reception: Meet the staff
Thursday, October 7 | 1–2 p.m. To register for this event, please click HERE. You will receive an email with webinar information after registration.
Learn more about Express Yourself at exyo.org.
