On the Road to Joy & Freedom

(TW: Mental health/ Suicide) In today's episode, we have Christian Charley, better known as DFRNC (difference)- an African American music producer, rapper, and poet from Chicago. Although he’s currently studying music production at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. We discuss new school vs old school RAP, the clout chasers of TikTok, and the value of being true to yourself. Check out his full bio and links to his socials @ TheDTI.org

In today's episode, we have Gabrielle Civil– a Black feminist performance artist, poet, and writer, originally from Detroit MI, and currently a teacher at CalArts. If you want to join the fun, you can listen to Gabrielle & I explore race and colorism on an international level, learn how to Evaluate what lenses we see the world, and explore the world of performance art.  As always you can find her full bio and more @ TheDTI.org

In today's episode, we have Nur-D– an African American  Hip Hop artist, and social activist based out of Minnesota. Take a seat as we discuss the importance of self-love, knowing your worth, and a few more ways to survive as an artist during the pandemic As always you can find Nur-D's full bio and more @ TheDTI.org

In today's episode, we have Jeffrey Lo - a Filipino-American playwright, director, and casting director based in the Bay Area. We talk about the importance of community engagement, being the first artist in a Filipino family, and some exciting ways to adjust your performances in the time of Covid! "A great episode for the Zoom Producers" - Me... as always you can find Jeffrey's full bio and more @ TheDTI.org

Join the conversation and hear the wonderful Vincent Terrell Durham discuss his writing process, his work in the theatrical community as a Gay Black Man of Color, and what he believes is the best place for young writers to gain some inspiration to tell their own stories. As always, you can check out his Bio & More @ TheDTI.org

Come one Come all as we talk with Damoyee, an African American award-winning composer, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer from Dallas, Texas. currently attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. We explore what its like making music from a young age, the necessary sacrifices, and how useful TIkTok is for the new world of Music. As always, you can find her full Bio & Links @ TheDTI.org

Join us in talking with Carmen Aguirre -  a Chilean-Canadian, award-winning theatre artist and author who has written and co-written over twenty-five plays, including Chile Con Carne, The Refugee Hotel, The Trigger, as well as the #1 international bestseller Something Fierce: Memoirs of a Revolutionary Daughter. We talk about the role of race in Canadian theatre, and how systems of oppression have been transformed over recent years.

Well hello there! Today we've got a great show with the wonderful Anna Lee Wright - An Asian American actor, dancer, singer, and choreographer. She gives us the low down on what it's like being forced off of touring during a pandemic, how important it is to check in with your emotions, and what it's like getting "in the feels" coaching when we're all online. Life's hard, let's talk about it. Check out Anna Lee's bio and more @ TheDTI.org

Why Hello There, are you reading this? Maybe you are, maybe you're not, I won't judge you, but here we are, you've already read this far, you might as well continue to read... On today's we talk with Jesus Reyes, the Community Partnerships Director at Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles. He gives us insights into what it's like bringing theatre into the communities, and what it took for him to be where he's at today. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!

Boom Shocka Locka - ohhhhh my goodness have we got an episode for you today. Join us as we discuss the cultural transitions from Argentina to the US of A with special guest Malcolm March. Born and raised in Buenos Aires Argentina, he came to the states to learn about new forms of performance and stayed for the cultural immersion. Today he is the founder of Cuchame Theatre Company, and the new Executive director for HOLA– The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors. This is an episode that you won't wanna miss!

As always, be sure to check out our partner The Diverse Theatre Initiative @ TheDTI.org