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Broadway Mental Health Foundation

@mentalhealthbway.org
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Fighting to change the industry and create a system that is safe, healthy, and empowering for all. 💚🧠💫 WOMAN-LED! 📧: connect@mentalhealthbway.org Founder/Director: @emersonvalentina.com

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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 05/02/2026
Registration is officially OPEN. Grab your free spot via the LINK BELOW: #BroadwayMentalHealthFoundation #StepsOnBroadway #EDAW #DancerHealth #EatingDisorderAwareness
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Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: BMHF EDAW 2026
Event: “Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: A National Dancer Wellness Panel” Date: Saturday, February 28th @ 7:30p EST Format: Virtual (Zoom) Partners: Steps on Broadway, BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment C...
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 05/02/2026
THE LINEUP: Hosted by our Clinical Director, Elizabeth Parker, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS-C and featuring experts from across the field, this panel brings together the sharpest clinical minds in the industry. We are just getting started. More panelists to be announced soon!
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 05/02/2026
🚨HISTORIC ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 For the first time ever, we’re teaming up with Steps On Broadway and BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center™ to reclaim the narrative on dancer wellness.
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
We would be honored to have you stand with us as we build a healthier industry. Healthy Artists Make Better Art. 💚 With love, The Broadway Mental Health Foundation
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
PRE-REGISTER for our 2/28 Event: 🎥 Request the FREE Recording: (For studios/educators/artists who can't make it live but want the video resource) docs.google.com/forms/d/1kcR...
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RECORDING: BMHF EDAW 2026 — reserve your copy here!
Do you, your studio, or your program want to receive a recorded copy of the event? BMHF believes free mental health resources and education should be available for artists all the time, at any time. C...
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
We would be honored to have you stand with us as we build a healthier industry. Healthy Artists Make Better Art. 💚 With love, The Broadway Mental Health Foundation
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
We would be honored to have you stand with us as we build a healthier industry. Healthy Artists Make Better Art. 💚 With love, The Broadway Mental Health Foundation
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
🎟 Register to Attend LIVE: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: BMHF EDAW 2026
Event: “Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: A National Dancer Wellness Panel” Date: Saturday, February 28th @ 7:30p EST Format: Virtual (Zoom) Partners: Steps on Broadway, BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment C...
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
We are pushing the boundaries on the toxic hallmarks of the arts and reclaiming our spaces through mental health intersection and democratization. Are you in? 💫 You have the opportunity to join the conversation live OR secure this resource for your students/community later:
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
Rather than host *just another panel,* BMHF wants to create a space where dancers from all over the country can reclaim their power. We are doing what has never been done before — building a giant infrastructure of free, accessible mental health care.
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 04/02/2026
PRE-REGISTER HERE: As part of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, we’re partnering with Steps on Broadway & BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center to host a groundbreaking virtual event: 🧠 Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: A National Dancer Wellness Panel ⭐️ Saturday, Feb 28 @ 7:30 PM EST (Zoom Webinar)
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Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: BMHF EDAW 2026
Event: “Fuel the Body, Fuel the Art: A National Dancer Wellness Panel” Date: Saturday, February 28th @ 7:30p EST Format: Virtual (Zoom) Partners: Steps on Broadway, BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment C...
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 17/09/2025
The Broadway Mental Health Foundation is co-hosting a FREE, in-person event with the National Eating Disorders Association! Open Jar Studios, 9/20, 3-5:30p New York, New York Use THIS link to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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“Eating Disorders in the Arts” NYC Event: NEDAxBMHF Registration Form
Please fill out this form to register for our upcoming in-person event on Saturday, 9/20, from 3p to 5:30p at Open Jar Studios.
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 19/06/2025
Thank you, Dancers Over 40! BMHF was honored to attend. 💜
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 17/06/2025
BMHF will be attending the 50th Anniversary of Chicago tomorrow night at @54below.bsky.social — and representing mental health, while we're at it! We’re here to support the demographic of mature artists/dancers who need and deserve mental health care in our industry. Thanks to Dancers Over 40! 💫🎩
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 20/05/2025
Our founder represented BMHF at the 2025 Chita Rivera Awards! 💚🧠💫 The dance community needs mental health literacy now more than ever. BMHF couldn’t be more proud to connect with so many — this is truly the next step in Broadway’s evolution. Needless to say, I think Chita would agree! 🎩
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 01/04/2025
If you haven’t met our founder, @emersonvalentina.com, here’s your chance. Putting a face behind the director of BMHF! 💚🧠💫
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 09/02/2025
👀 healthy artists make better art…
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Emerson Valentina @emersonvalentina.com · 03/02/2025
The time IS now. Eating disorders are not just a public health crisis but a performance industry crisis — take it from me, the founder of BMHF who spent over 8 years battling anorexia nervosa as a professional dancer in theatre. BMHF is thrilled to collaborate with NEDA this year! 💙💚
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 03/02/2025
Cue the excitement! 🎉 BMHF is proudly partnering with the National Eating Disorders Association for this year’s Eating Disorder Awareness Week (Feb. 24th - Mar. 2nd). Join our efforts to create urgency around the need to recognize eating disorders as a public health crisis because The Time is Now.
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 30/01/2025
BMHF is a busy li’l bee working on new content for our community! So, we’re here to check in. How was January? Was it fast-paced or slow moving? A piece of cake or a piece of work? 🫣 Good news: we’re ready to tackle another month with you. 🫶 Drop us your January Mental Health-Win in the thread!
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 22/01/2025
Together, we can create a Broadway that not only captivates hearts but nurtures the souls of the artists who bring our stories to life. (2/2)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 22/01/2025
Taking our industry from Product to Person…is it possible? We’d like to think so. 🌟 Swipe to read more. (1/2)
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Emerson Valentina @emersonvalentina.com · 15/01/2025
We’re looking to ramp things up this year! If you’ve been following along with my organization, BMHF, and support our mission, give this a read. Help us help our industry! The work of BMHF is just getting started. 💫
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
Engage with us here on Bluesky — we’re so grateful for the incredible following we’ve acquired over the last two months. More to come from your green-hued brain-based theatrical org… are you ready? We are! 🥹🫶💚 (9/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
If you believe in the future of the Broadway Mental Health Foundation, stick along for the ride and support our organization. Tell others about us — follow on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn: @mentalhealthbway. (8/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
Lastly, BMHF aims to foster crucial correspondence with key players in the industry. We want to partner with our artists, other theatrical non-profits, and attend events that align with our mission and values. Connection, connection, connection… that’s our motto! (7/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
Because of our non-profit status, we’ll also pursue meaningful and key relationships with potential donors. Revolutionizing mental health care within our industry is daunting and difficult — we will need your help! (6/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
We also want to host our very FIRST event, free to all, right here in Manhattan! Meeting our artists face-to-face is one of our top goals this year. (5/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
Our word for 2025? Outreach. We’ve been working on a podcast that aims to educate, inspire, and grow our community. Connection is our goal! (4/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
As of a few short months ago, we’ve now been able to file our non-profit with the state of New York! Our dream of providing artists with mental health support is finally within reach — and we’re just getting started. (3/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
BMHF was born in the spring of 2022. Since then, our founder (a theatre professional + grad student + multiple survival-jobs-worker!) has dedicated her time to cultivating research, gathering data, & providing our community with free, never-before-seen resources on mental health in theatre. (2/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 15/01/2025
BMHF has got some big plans this year! 🎉 Read along to find out what we have in store for 2025. (1/9)
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 14/01/2025
A new year love letter to our artists: May you stoke the fire that fuels your art, and may you fuel the art that sets your soul aflame. 💫🔥 Here’s to new beginnings in 2025 from BMHF. All the love to all in our community. 💚
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 31/12/2024
Your dedication is inspiring, and your mental health matters. 🌟
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 31/12/2024
Artists, we’re here to acknowledge the struggles you face during the rehearsal process.
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 31/12/2024
Dealing with depression during rehearsals — that might be considered a niche topic within our industry, but we’re allllll about niche topics here. 👋
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 18/12/2024
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 17/12/2024
We’re all for coffee and mantras! 👍😎
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 17/12/2024
We’re feeling a bit overwhelmed this holiday season — are you? 😵‍💫 Let’s breathe together. Breathe in… (Take 4 beats with us) …aaaaaaaaaaand breathe out. Okay, we feel a little better. Thanks for regulating with us! 🫶
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 10/12/2024
IN THE ARTS: BDD — a dark but very real part of performance history. Swipe to read more about how Body Dysmorphic Disorder damages the artists of today. 1/3
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 09/12/2024
Pssst! Hey. Hey you! Got the Sunday Scaries? Take a break from whatever it is you’re doing — learning music, practicing steps, rehearsing lines — and give some love to your brain. Thanks! 🤗
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 07/12/2024
It’s the weekend! Take a breather today and remember to care for your mental health. Try a new take-out spot, a good book, a deep body stretch, or just some self-reflection. 🥡🛀📖🧘 Your well-being fuels your art!
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The real business behind show business? Healthy artists make better art. Swipe to find out how poor mental health affects creativity. 1/3
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Broadway Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealthbway.org · 03/12/2024
Audition anxiety is real and rooted in both physiology and psychology, affecting performers with increased heart rate, racing thoughts, and heightened self-consciousness. Understanding these complex responses is crucial for supporting theatre professionals in their pursuit of success. 🧠💫 1/3
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