The Creative Pivot: How Thabang Lehutjo Built A Okay! Studios from the Ground Up

What do you do when everything you’ve worked on disappears in an instant? For Thabang Lehutjo, losing his entire music project wasn’t the end—it was a turning point. Now the Founder & Creative Director of A Okay! Studios, Thabang has built a space where live performances, storytelling, and emerging talent thrive.

In this episode of C.Cast, we discuss his journey from music to film, how he turned an internship into an idea that became A Okay! Studios, and the challenges of balancing creativity with business. He also shares how he’s using his platform to bridge the gap between independent artists and larger industry opportunities, the importance of consistency in creative work, and the business strategies that sustain his vision.

If you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or storyteller looking to build something meaningful, this episode is for you.