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Sunday, April 3 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Creating a Humane and Inclusive Theater Industry

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The great "pause" caused by the pandemic gave many theater professionals time and reason to reflect. Hard truths about theater's inequities, injustices, and inhospitable work practices that had been evident to some became obvious to most. As theaters continue to reopen, this critical mass of awareness has made possible new opportunities for positive change. But what might that change look like? And how can artists and arts professionals turn awareness into action? Join three women leaders who are changing the way theater works, to imagine and inspire what you can contribute, as well.

Speakers
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Danica Rodriguez

Resident Casting Director, Shakespeare Theatre Company
Currently the Resident Casting Director of Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington D.C., Danica has been in the New York theater scene since she received her first work permit, joining the New Victory Theater in their operations department. After trying on multiple theatrical hats... Read More →
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Regina Aquino

Regina Aquino (she/her) is a Filipinx actor, creative, and activist. Born and raised in MD, she has performed on many of DC’s stages since 2002. She has been nominated for multiple Helen Hayes Awards and in 2019 she was the recipient of the Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play Award... Read More →
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Chiara Klein

Director of Artistic Producing, Baltimore Center Stage
Chiara Klein is the Director of Artistic Producing (and the unofficial Director of Shenanigans) at Baltimore Center Stage. Prior to her time in Baltimore, she worked at The Public Theater where she led the creation of the first national Mobile Unit initiative and at MaineStage Shakespeare... Read More →


Sunday April 3, 2022 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Katzen Arts Center: Recital Hall
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