On Thursday 6th March our members took to the stage at Chats Palace for This is not a performance… This is us!
Led by theatre-maker Tiiu Mortley, who has lived experience of brain injury, the group came together over 12 weeks to craft a powerful showcase of music, creativity, movement, and visual art.
Great storytelling, courage, authenticity and a sense of humour were just some of the key ingredients that made this show truly unforgettable.
Through this production, our members not only shared their talents but also challenged perceptions, shedding light on the realities of life after brain injury and the transformative power of community in the recovery journey.
With an audience of over 80 people, This is not a performance… This is us! brought real stories of brain injury to life on stage.
This is what our audience said about the show:
“The show was very interesting, very informative. I’ve learned a lot more about brain injuries and how people get through it. I feel like Headway is such a good community.”
“It was such a lovely variety and it was so wonderful to see everyone’s performance and hear their stories. It was lively, colorful and moving, and the stories were very powerful.”
“This is something that needs to continue. It helps people reflect on how far they’ve come and what they’ve achieved. Tonight, they’ve drawn a line in the sand for themselves, and that’s absolutely beautiful.”
