Echoes of Madness
This festival will explore the healing power of art and its transformative effect, presenting and discussing mental health through artistic expression.
Time & Location
Nov 08, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center, 111 SW 5th Ave, Miami, FL 33130, USA
Synopsis
Exploring the Healing Power of Art: A Festival on Mental Health and Artistic Expression
This unique festival delves into the transformative effects of art and its profound connection to mental health. Through captivating presentations and discussions, the festival explores how artistic expression can be a powerful tool for healing and understanding mental well-being.
The event features the talents of actress Ana Bugarim, director Djalma Thürler, psychiatrist Dr. Jean Pierre Hargreaves, and Dr. Gabriel Chagas, an esteemed scholar of literature. Together, they will bring insight into the intersection of mental health and creativity.
Art Showcase
Discover the extraordinary works created by the clients of Dr. Nise Da Silveira, a pioneering Brazilian psychiatrist who revolutionized the treatment of mental illness through art therapy.
Short Films
Experience films directed by Dr. Jean Pierre Hargreaves, featuring artwork by Dr. Nise Da Silveira’s clients and the thought-provoking ideas of French philosopher Gaston Bachelard.
Join us for this immersive and thought-provoking event as we explore the vital role art plays in healing and self-expression.