PSYCH IT UP

A heartfelt jukebox musical exploring the personal struggles, hidden pains, and unexpected connections of a diverse group of individuals navigating mental health challenges. Through powerful music and emotional storytelling, Psych It Up highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of shared understanding. 

In the waiting area of a mental health institution, the lives of a diverse group of strangers intersect over the course of a single day, revealing the complexities of their inner worlds and the power of shared humanity. Guided by Dr. Matthew, a young doctor new to the institution, and Nicole, a compassionate senior staff member, the group navigates their treatment and personal struggles. 

Among the patients is Kevin, a spirited but lost young man dreaming of musical stardom while wrestling with his past; Debra, a young teacher grappling with the dual pain of miscarriage and abortion, now seeking empathy through fabricated pain; John, an anxious accountant hiding painful secrets; Melinda, a writer with BPD seeking stability; Sarah, an arts graduate burdened by unresolved trauma and depression; and Robert, a disgraced former lawyer clinging to the belief he was framed. Watching over them is Gary, a longtime security guard contemplating his own unfulfilled dreams. 

Through group therapy, personal conversations, and unexpected connections, their lives intertwine, offering glimpses of hope, understanding, and the resilience of the human spirit.