Darren McGarvey: Trauma Industrial Complex – Trauma and Oversharing in the Age of Lived Experience

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  • Venue 12
    The Stand Comedy Club 3 & 4 - Stand 3
  • 13:45
  • Aug 9-10
  • 1 hour
  • Suitability: 16+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
  • Group: Darren McGarvey / The Stand Comedy Club
  • Warnings and additional info: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Venue Age Restriction: 18+ after 21:00 but please check show listing. Please note for shows with age rating below 18+ guideline or restriction, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Description

Trauma is everywhere. Central to its salience is the notion of telling one’s story. Culture demands the authentic testimony of those with 'lived experience' of trauma, but what happens after you put it all out there? Deconstructing the adversity which brought him to wider public attention – growing up in an alcoholic home before descending into addiction himself – McGarvey explores the role personal narratives play in both hurting and healing, and examines the risks involved in telling your story publicly.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Stand 3 is accessible from the pavement with steps leading to a courtyard. The venue is situated in the basement part of the building. There are 15 steps in total with a 90 degree turn on a stone staircase with handrails. Once inside the Stand 3 has a further 3 steps indoors before leading to the main space. Staff are always available to assist, however we cannot help to carry customers.

    • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 11- 20
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The Edinburgh Reporter 79 days ago

At last people with lived experience have a real champion on their side.

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Neurodiverse Review (4/5 stars) 89 days ago

McGarvey looks on with incredulity

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