Better Together: Veronica Dress

Here at Theater Delta, we find every excuse we can to showcase our people. It’s been a while, for our attention’s been diverted with lots of new projects (yay!) but, we are ready to share some more stories! Our series, Better Together, is a multi-faceted sharing of stories of some of the people that make … Continued

Meet The Team: Andante Petit-Homme

How did you get started with TD? I submitted for Theater Delta on Actor’s Access when I first arrived to LA. — What is your favorite Theater Delta memory?  I still remember our day of performances at UC- Santa Barbara! That was my favorite, personally! I enjoyed being in the presence of a live audience … Continued

Meet Our Team: Natalia Soto

How did you get started with TD? It’s actually a bit funny because at the time I was not skilled at networking. I received an email from TD inviting me to interview/audition, but I declined because I was busy. I already had staged productions planned back-to-back, but Lyn ended up in the audience for my … Continued

2020: A Year in Review

Dear friends of Theater Delta, I’m reaching out to you in the midst of the tensions and uncertainty that surround us in hopes that I can extend a measure of much-needed gratitude and optimism.  For most of us, this past year has been among the worst we’ve ever known as we saw our very livelihoods … Continued

Meet Our Team: Sarah Donnell

How did you get started with TD?  A constellation of wonderful folks had talked to me about TD before I finally connected with Ben Saypol back in 2014. I had been managing a new iteration of the project he’d started at UNC, Interactive Theatre Carolina, and a colleague referred me to him when he needed some … Continued

Speak Up

For our final post, we are encouraging you to be bold. You’ve done the work of listening, learning and contributing. Now is a more important time than ever to speak UP. Here are some ways you can make a difference in your Local Government and affect change in Prison Reform. Oh yeah, and I don’t … Continued

Haircuts and Hustle with Akili

  In just an hour long chat with Qualia ‘Akili’ Holder-Cozart, we shared laughter and tears as we talked haircuts, hustle and humility in today’s environment. She’s for real, y’all. And theres some pretty cool links in here too.    How long have you worked with Theater Delta?  I came to Theater Delta in 2018, … Continued

Donate.

This one is pretty straightforward. If you have the ability to pitch in financially, do your research, pick an organization that your heart feels pulled to, and give. Even one dollar counts. If you can’t give financially, you can look for other ways to help by donating time by volunteering, clothing/household goods, or taking daily … Continued

A heartfelt discussion with Kaley Morrison.

We are taking a pivot this week to share the experiences of Kaley Morrison, a Native American woman of the Waccamaw Siouan tribe, who also happens to be one of our phenomenal actors. In this conversation, she shares her hope of being the best ally to both her own people and her Black brothers and … Continued

A Powerful Dialogue with Sonny Kelly

Dr. Sonny Kelly is a Fayetteville-based actor, facilitator and writer. His production, “The Talk” has impacted many in the Triangle area as he stands up and confronts the pain and discomfort in talking with your kids about the color of their skin, and the implications that come with. This was a powerful conversation that stirred … Continued

Educate the Future

There is so much hope in the future generations when it comes to knowledge and passion for Civil Rights and Social Justice. Help encourage it by doing the below! If you have children, read an article about talking to your children about race and do some of the things suggested.   Don’t have kids? If … Continued

A Spur to Action from Maxine Eloi

A few weeks ago, the effervescent Maxine Eloi sat down with us to share her passion for equality and the on the ground work she is doing to make. it. happen. Take a few minutes to read the below, then go to https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ and ACT! How long have you worked with Theater Delta?  Oh my … Continued

Got a book? Now Read It.

  Now that you’ve attained a book. Read it. One thing we hope is for you to be empathetically engaged with the book you are reading. A lot of this material is difficult to process. So take a moment to center yourself before reading, and let yourself take breaks. Find a friend to read with … Continued

Thoughts and a challenge from Thaddaeus Edwards.

“Racism is like Hydra in Marvel Comics.  It’s this massive and insidious web that really touches on everything.” Yesterday we shared a call with the profound and joyous Thaddaeus Edwards. It was an honor to hear his insight on racism and whiteness. Check it out below!  How long have you worked with Theater Delta?   Haha, … Continued

Hit Up The Library

We know, we know, the library is closed. BUT there are other ways to attain books! Some libraries are doing drive-by checkouts or have free downloadable audiobooks and e-books via sites such as Hooplah or OverDrive. However you can, this week’s suggestion is to check out a book. Here are a few suggestions: Checkout a … Continued

An Interview with Lauren Foster-Lee

  Earlier this week, we sat down with Durham-based actor Lauren Foster-Lee to learn about her experiences with racism/microaggressions in and out of the workplace. Her words were powerful and impactful – take a few minutes to read and let her words sink in.    How long have you worked with Theater Delta?  My first … Continued

Click.

Below we share just a few of the many online resources to help educate yourself on Black culture, history and racism in America. If you can’t read now, bookmark it for later:  Your eyes can be opened by just one follow.     Check out and do some reading about the New York Times’ 1619 Project: … Continued

A Conversation with Trevon Carr

Speaking through a raspy voice from shouts of protest, Trevon Carr, an actor based in North Carolina, sat down with us last week to discuss his experiences with racism and social justice.   How long have you worked with Theater Delta?  I actually started a year ago – another actor dropped out at the very … Continued

Watch.

Below is a list of movies and videos that can act as the first step in educating yourself on the history of systemic racism.  While watching by yourself is great, we encourage you to watch one (or all!) of the following with a group of friends. Create a watch club and plan a discussion time … Continued

We may have lost our stage, but we have not lost our voice.

Our communities are convulsing with grief.  It is a grief expressed as rage and despair, born of centuries of traumatic injustice, devastating greed, and complicit silence.  While we do not each claim to share in the suffering such lived experience wreaks, we know the wounds of our own traumas and losses, and as fellow humans … Continued

I learned that Interactive Theater is a heck of a good teaching tool.

University of Alabama Birmingham faculty member

This performance was highly engaging and interesting. Very thought-provoking.

North Dakota State University faculty member

The acting was amazing. I also loved the instructor. Very engaging.

Rush University undergraduate student

The facilitator draws in and wraps up each point – he was very effective in addressing key points and leading the discussion.

Duke University faculty member, BioCoRE Program

The Theater Delta experience made it real; this format is significantly better than lecture.

North Dakota State University faculty member

Interactive Theater is a very interesting, novel way to teach ethics. These were very relatable issues.

Duke University graduate student, Duke Pratt MEM Program

The open conversation allowed for many ideas to be shared and a deeper understanding to develop.

Washington and Jefferson College incoming freshman

Theater Delta did a great job. This should be done on every college campus.

Rush University undergraduate student

I appreciated the chance to actually interact with the characters and see how they feel and think.

Washington and Jefferson College undergraduate student

This performance provided us with opportunities to share ideas in a non-threatening environment.

University of California-Santa Barbara faculty member

After experiencing this performance, I intend to become an advocate rather than sitting in the shadows.

Columbia College-South Carolina undergraduate student

Many other discussions/performances are very general, but this performance led to a very nuanced discussion of communication.

University of Alabama Birmingham graduate student

I wish you guys could do this for Congress! We would have a better government. Thank you, Theater Delta, for making me a better person and the world a better place.

Emory University faculty member

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