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Ep. 21 - Grief, A One-Man Shitshow & Extraordinary Loss with Colin Campbell
Ep. 21 - Grief, A One-Man Shitshow & Extraordinary Loss with Colin Campbell
Ep. 21 - Grief, A One-Man Shitshow & Extraordinary Loss with Colin Campbell
Wednesday 19th July 2023
Join Matthew Dunehoo as he talks with Colin Campbell about his play 'GRIEF: A ONE MAN SHITSHOW' and the journey through profound loss.
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Get the buttons here!Turning Tragedy into Art: Colin Campbell's Journey Through Grief
Episode Overview
- Colin Campbell's powerful one-man play, 'GRIEF: A ONE MAN SHITSHOW,' confronts the unimaginable loss of his children, Ruby and Hart, and offers a poignant portrayal of grief and grieving.
- The episode delves into Colin's profound journey through grief and the continuous support from his wife, Gail, as they navigated their daughter Ruby's mental health struggles.
- Colin's unwavering vulnerability and courage in sharing his story offers a profound insight into the transformative potential of openly addressing grief and trauma.
- The conversation explores the power of community and the importance of destigmatizing grief and mental wellness conversations.
- Colin's work serves as a beacon of hope, empowering individuals to confront the shadows and embrace the healing power of dialogue and expression.
In my show, I tell the story where she loved anime. And she'd make these amazing costumes, like amazing, really elaborate. She'd sew. But he didn't like any of it. He just pretended because she loved it. But he would follow. He'd watch in a costume too and he'd go with her, but he didn't like any of it.
Imagine losing your children in a tragic accident caused by a drunk driver. This unimaginable horror became a reality for Colin Campbell and his wife, Gail. In this episode of MINDBEND, host Matthew Dunehoo sits down with Colin to discuss his one-man play, 'GRIEF: A ONE MAN SHITSHOW,' which channels his profound grief into a compelling theatrical experience.
Colin's play isn't just a recounting of his tragic loss; it's a raw and honest exploration of what it means to live on after such an event. The conversation dives into how Colin and Gail navigated the dark waters of grief and found a way to keep moving forward. Colin shares how his play has touched audiences deeply, resonating with those who have faced similar losses and even reaching individuals within the criminal justice system.
Throughout the episode, Colin opens up about the process of creating his play, the emotional toll it took, and the unexpected connections he made with audience members who had also lost children. He reflects on the importance of community and the need to destigmatize conversations around grief and mental health. Colin's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the healing potential of art.
This episode is not just for those interested in theater but for anyone who has experienced loss or wants to understand the depths of human resilience. Colin's courage in sharing his story offers hope and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there can be light.