Creating Consent-Forward Theater Spaces with Veronica Dress

Why does consent-forward theater matter to Veronica Dress? We interviewed Veronica about how she founded 'The Dress Rehearsal' and her role as an intimacy director dedicated to inclusive, consent-forward sexual health education and creative storytelling. In the interview, Veronica discusses the passion behind fostering environments where artists can thrive, the critical importance of advocating for boundaries in performance spaces, and the transformative power of authentic connection and communication. She also reflects on the history of intimacy direction in the theater industry, its impact following the Me Too movement, and her approach to teaching self-advocacy and authenticity.

00:18 Creating Consent-Forward Theater Spaces
01:25 The Role and Impact of an Intimacy Director
03:59 Challenges and Advocacy in Theater
05:43 Veronica's Background and Personal Journey
10:12 Speed Round: Matters, Not Matters

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