For our kickoff episode (!), Olivia interviews Emma Cordray, a director and dramaturg from Columbus, Ohio whose work explores how musical theatre can be a tool for civic engagement. Hear how Emma has spent the last several months and her hopes for an equitable theatre industry in the future. 

To explore more of Emma's work: emmacordray.wixsite.com/aboutor @emmacordray

Mentions in this episode:

Katori Hall and Erika Dickerson article: https://www.americantheatre.org/2020/07/27/katori-hall-and-erika-dickerson-despenza-crafting-their-narratives/

Braving the Bard: https://www.bravingthebard.com/podcast