Denise McCormack returns to Philadelphia with The Breath Between, an intimate storytelling performance that invites audiences on a journey through stories and songs imbued with moments of clarity. These are the rare instances when time seems to willingly freeze, allowing the observer to gaze in stillness, to savor the subtle nuances of meaning until they coalesce into a deep revelation. Such moments become lifelong tools—gifts meant to be shared.

In this evocative show, McCormack weaves myth, memory, and melody to explore how wonder and story converge into knowing—those transformative flashes of insight that strike like lightning and resonate deeply within us. Audiences are invited not just to listen, but to pause, reflect, and share in the quiet shock of revelation that changes how we see ourselves and the world around us.

The Breath Between will be presented at The Rotunda, located at 4014 Walnut Street, on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, on Saturday, September 20 at 7 PM. Hosting over 300 diverse events annually, The Rotunda embraces art as a catalyst for social change and fosters meaningful partnerships between the University and neighboring communities. It serves as a welcoming space for all ages—empowering the public to present, produce, and promote creative work, and offering a critical social alternative.

Tickets are free, with a suggested donation of $15 per person to support the artist and future performances. Pay What You Can options ensure accessibility for all.

This event is recommended for adult audiences.