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Arts NC State
University Theatre

Mapping Instincts: Neuroscience at PLAY with the Mind and Body

Apr. 16-19
Kennedy-McIlwee Studio Theatre

An original production devised by the company
Directed by Mia L. Self

In 1998, the neuroscientist Jaak Panksepp published a book classifying seven primary affective systems or, more simply, emotional developmental states. He hypothesizes SEEKING (expectancy), FEAR (anxiety), RAGE (anger), LUST (sexual excitement), CARE (nurturance), PANIC/GRIEF (sadness), and PLAY (social joy) are encoded into our nature from birth and drive our connections to each other and the world around us. Mapping Instincts is our collective exploration of these concepts at PLAY in our bodies and minds. 

A Studio Series production.

Mapping Instincts. Neuroscience at PLAY with the Mind and Body. Show graphic.

Meet the director

Mia Self

Asst Director, Acting, Directing, Theatre Academics

919-515-3147

Evening Performances

April 16-18
Showtime – 7:30 p.m.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Matinee Performances

April 19
Showtime – 2:00 p.m.
Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

Content Considerations and Themes

PG-13. Profanity and emotional exploration with themes of new work, science and the body.

Seating and Pricing

Seating for this production is general admission. Tickets range in price from $8 to $15 (plus NC tax and fees).

Community Night

Not applicable.

Group Sales/Tickets

Not applicable.

Supertitles

Not available for this production.

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Assistive Listening

Titmus Theatre is equipped with an assistive listening system.

Audio Description

Available upon request. Contact us two weeks in advance. Click the link to send an email.

Directions and Parking

Click this link for driving and parking instructions.