For our last episode of 2024 we sit down with Robert Drake, Artistic Director of Academy Theatre! He talks about artists cultivating relationships and shares what resources they need in order to thrive in 2025.

Founded in 1956 by Frank Wittow, Academy Theatre is the longest running professional theatre in Georgia. Academy has pioneered a number of developments in Atlanta’s professional theatre community including the first professional theatre in the South to be integrated, and the first Southeastern Shakespeare Festival.Robert is in his 14th season as the Academy Theatre’s Artistic Director and has been affiliated with the theatre since 2005. At the Academy, he has directed and helped artistic associates create several shows, including eight world premieres. He directs the Academy Theatre intern programs and has directed educational videos for the Georgia Municipal Association, Emory University, and the GOOD Acting Studio.

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