ALTA award nominated storyteller Juan Muñoz brings his musical solo show I'm Not Sad! back to Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret Friday January 3rd and 10th at 8pm.
Filled with original music, comedy, and content "I'm Not Sad!" is hysterical exploration of life, love, and mental health with unparalleled perspective.
In a time where self-care and mental health is at the forefront of everyone's minds, I'm Not Sad! sheds light on the importance of storytelling as a form of catharsis for both audience and performer.
"I wanted to challenge the traditional model of solo shows, so I view I'm Not Sad! as a self diagnosis and treatment plan based on my relationship to the world around me. I tie it all together with letters to different people in my life, because therapy is expensive and they're paying me for this."
Ever wish you could write a letter to your high school bully? The officer who wrongfully pulled you over? And the dead pet fish you forgot to feed? Juan has, and did.
Listen to tales of growing up " Mexican, Gay, Overweight, AND Asthmatic" in rural Illinois followed by a big move to the city. From break ups to unexpected big breaks, I'm Not Sad! travels through the highs and lows of navigating the world with diagnosed depression, and a self diagnosed hope that things will get better.
Juan adds " When people come up to me after the show and tell me of their similar experiences it reminds me why it's important to use humor as a tool to get people to open up about things we are conditioned not to talk about."
Tickets can be reserved online at the links below
Friday January 3rd at 8pm
http://davenportspianobar.com/events/juan-munoz-2/
Friday January 10th at 8pm
http://davenportspianobar.com/events/juan-munoz-3/
$12 dollar entry
2 drink minimum
21+
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret
1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
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