Dr. Wendi is in conversation with Nataki Garrett. Nataki is a change-maker and trailblazer, a nationally recognized director, and most recently, the sixth Artistic Director of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF). She was the first woman to artistically lead a $44 million theater company and was OSF’s first Black female in this role. Born and raised in Oakland, CA, stemming from a family of educators, artists, and community organizers, her work and leadership are both inspired and inspiring. 

How does one lead through retelling our collective stories in our collective image? What is required to disrupt the narratives that have erased so many of us?  

These are the questions beneath the questions shaping my conversation with Nataki. She is brilliant, that is obvious, but she is more than that. She is brave because of her vulnerability and for that, I was honored to share space with her and grateful to share our conversation with you. 

Follow Nataki’s very necessary voice defining more inclusive art and public discourse on Instagram @natakigarrett.  

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