In this episode of Hogfish Resonance, host Hillary S. Webb, Ph.D., interviews Hailey McAvoy, a two-time Hogfish artist-in-residence and mezzo-soprano singer.

They discuss the significance of diversity and representation in the arts, Hailey’s experiences with cerebral palsy, and the unique rehearsal process at Hogfish.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive artistic spaces and highlights the challenges and triumphs McAvoy faces as a performer with a disability as well as the impact that visibility has had on Hogfish audience members.

Learn more about Hogfish: https://hogfish.org/

Learn more about Hailey McAvoy: https://www.haileymcavoy.com/

Learn more about Hillary S. Webb, Ph.D. : https://www.hillaryswebb.com/

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Episode Credits (for upload on IMDB)

Hogfish (Executive Producer)

Cinnamon Denise Murray (Producer, Editor, Mixing Engineer)

Jam Phelps (Mastering Engineer)

Hillary S. Webb, Ph.D. (Host, Recordist)

Hailey McAvoy (Guest)