Building Our Own Tables

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The Building Our Own Tables podcast offers a sonic journey of liberation that blends global majority voices, music, and wisdom to forge tables of justice, healing, and love. Supporting all leaders on their path while centering voices of Black, Brown, Indigenous, and multiracial creators, the podcast fosters solidarity and cultural wisdom in the pursuit of racial, social, and climate justice worldwide. Stemming from Yura Sapi's background as a theatre artist, it arose from a desire to create inclusive spaces rather than seek representation at existing tables. Learn more about LiberArte, Yura’s nonprofit that supports liberated spaces like this one.

  1. Hope as a Vehicle for Creation with Elisa Bocanegra

    4D AGO

    Hope as a Vehicle for Creation with Elisa Bocanegra

    HERO Theatre founder Elisa Bocanegra reflects on mentor-mentee relationships, becoming an ancestor, and healing through the arts. Rooted between the Los Angeles Latine community and Bogotá, Colombia, Elisa’s theatre work is full of hope and trust in the disorder.

    39 min
  2. Storytelling Alchemy with Sona Tatoyan

    SEP 2

    Storytelling Alchemy with Sona Tatoyan

    Hakawati founder Sona Tatoyan tells the story of her great-great-grandfather growing up during the Armenian genocide, her summers spent in Aleppo, and how art is an inheritance. Tune in and learn more about Hakawati and Sona’s play, AZAD (the rabbit and the wolf).

    28 min
  3. Consistent Craft with Aganza Kisaka

    AUG 26

    Consistent Craft with Aganza Kisaka

    Aganza Kisaka, founder of Yenze Theatre Conservatoire, discusses being an entrepreneur, a teacher, and an artist in Uganda. She reflects on consistency as key and celebrating the little wins. Aganza speaks on how people perceive the arts in Uganda and invites listeners to learn about her company.

    33 min
  4. From Perfectionism to Play with Malia’Kekia Nicolini

    06/13/2024

    From Perfectionism to Play with Malia’Kekia Nicolini

    In this final episode of season four, ​​Malia'Kekia, co-founder of B4 The Other Creations, explores how play and vulnerability drive transformational breakthroughs. Malia'Kekia shares their journey as an educator and leader, emphasizing the power of releasing perfectionism and embracing the unknown. The episode highlights fostering innovation and deep connections through the unique pedagogy of play.

    43 min
  5. Reclaiming Sovereignty in Theatre with Murielle Borst Tarrant

    06/06/2024

    Reclaiming Sovereignty in Theatre with Murielle Borst Tarrant

    In this episode, Native theatremaker and founder of Safe Harbors NYC, Murielle Borst Tarrant shares her journey and vision. Safe Harbors NYC supports Indigenous performing arts, providing a creative sanctuary and advocating for cultural equity. Discover strategies to overcome industry frustrations, build inclusive spaces, and see the light ahead. Tune in for wisdom and inspiration to create meaningful change in the theatre industry.

    41 min
  6. Quantum Leap with Renee Harrison

    05/30/2024

    Quantum Leap with Renee Harrison

    In this episode, Renee Harrison, founder of Black Girls Do Theater, discusses evolving the theatre industry, envisioning a post-liberation future, and embracing radical transformation. Renee shares how she fosters community and collaboration in theatre. This conversation inspires you to envision and create a more inclusive, innovative theatre landscape. Tune in for visionary insights and empowerment to quantum leap into new possibilities.

    43 min
  7. Redefining Success with Carla Stillwell

    05/23/2024

    Redefining Success with Carla Stillwell

    In this episode, Carla Stillwell and Yura Sapi challenge the "starving artist" trope, offering tips to overcome scarcity mindsets in theatre. Carla, founder of the Stillwell Institute for Contemporary Black Art, shares personal experiences advocating for breaking traditional theatre boundaries and fostering holistic, inclusive environments emphasizing the importance of community and collaboration, and highlighting storytelling's power, especially for people of color.

    53 min
  8. The Soul Work of Theatre with Sharia Benn

    05/16/2024

    The Soul Work of Theatre with Sharia Benn

    Join us on a journey with Sharia Benn, founder of Sankofa African American Theatre Company, as she shares her inspiring origin story and the challenges of fostering representation in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's theatre scene. Delve into the challenges of representation, the soul work of theatre, and the transformative impact of art in shaping communities. Join us for a compelling exploration of identity, equity, and the art of social change.

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The Building Our Own Tables podcast offers a sonic journey of liberation that blends global majority voices, music, and wisdom to forge tables of justice, healing, and love. Supporting all leaders on their path while centering voices of Black, Brown, Indigenous, and multiracial creators, the podcast fosters solidarity and cultural wisdom in the pursuit of racial, social, and climate justice worldwide. Stemming from Yura Sapi's background as a theatre artist, it arose from a desire to create inclusive spaces rather than seek representation at existing tables. Learn more about LiberArte, Yura’s nonprofit that supports liberated spaces like this one.

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  • Channel
    HowlRound Theatre Commons
  • Creator
    HowlRound Theatre Commons, Yura Sapi
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
  • Show Website
    Building Our Own Tables

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