Stream Declaration

Declaration is available to stream online. We are asking that people make a one time contribution on a pay what you decide basis to access the video for a month.

“A level of empathy and understanding that smashes apart stereotypes and stigma.” –  ***** The Reviews Hub 

Sarah grew up feeling different. Her childhood doctor thought it was sugar. Her current doctor thinks its ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder). Sarah still feels different, so what will a label do? Will it change the way you see her and the way she sees herself?

With autobiographical storytelling, comedy, and conversations with audiences, Declaration is a vibrant and daring adventure of school day survival tactics, super-hero alter-egos and the stumbling blocks to self-acceptance.

“I wanted to hold my breath, so I wouldn’t miss a single minute.” – Audience Member

Developed in consultation with medical professionals and mental health support groups, Declaration examines the faces we wear to fit in and what happens when we dare to stand out.

Running Time: 70 minutes

Age Guidance: 14+

Declaration was recorded during a live performance to a packed house of lovely audience members sat in the round. Our cameraperson was stationed in a corner surrounded by audience, because of this you will occasionally hear audience reactions and sounds such as laughter, coughing and people moving in their seats!

Content Warnings:

• Contains use of strong language
• Themes of & references to mental health and ADHD
• Discussion of medical diagnosis process and wait times for ADHD
• References to anxiety, depression and self-criticism
• Infrequent references to parental conflict and separation
• Discussion about becoming a parent

Lighting and video playback:

• There will be times when the lights go a pink or blue colour, and times when the lights go darker
• There will be times when the lights will go dark so that we can watch a video

Sound:

• There are times when loud music and sound effects are played
• There is one section in which lots of different people’s voices are played over the top of each other, which builds to make a loud sound. If you have a sensitivity to sound it may be worth you having a pair of headphones, loops or ear defenders nearby while you watch

Aftercare & Support: 

Declaration toured with SPACE, a mobile wellbeing room which was available to access before, during and after the performance. SPACE was curated and hosted by mental health practitioner, Steph Walker; it was vital in helping to safeguard audiences, offering wellbeing tips and signposting to local initiatives, ADHD and mental health support services.

As we cannot provide in person aftercare for audience streaming Declaration, we will ensure that anyone who streams the play will receive information signposting to ADHD and Mental Health support services.

If you are currently struggling with some of the themes explored in Declaration we recommend streaming with a pal, someone who has your back, as well as someone you can have a good laugh with as there’s plenty of fun bits too, promise.