Chasing Monsters: Parkinson’s and the Power of Art


Back Lane Studios presents a short documentary about High Park resident Kevin Whitaker, an Ontario Superior Court judge, who retired and turnedto painting after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of Parkinson’s.

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Parkinson’s and the Power of Art: Sat.  Dec. 1, 11 am-12.30 pm: The event includes a panel, led by author and former Globe and Mail medical reporter Carolyn Abraham, about disease and the therapeutic and neurological benefits of painting and other artistic pursuits.

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Director: Jeana McCabe, Jordan McTavish
Cast: Kevin Whittaker


DETAILS

Go to backlanestudios.ca for more information.


PRICING

Donation based admission. Proceeds from the screening and art show go to Kevin’s fundraising initiative for Parkinson’s research.


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