Feeling like an “outsider” can be isolating, and sometimes you don’t even realize the weight you’re carrying until you find yourself in a place of belonging. In Episode 4, a circus performer, Shakespearean actor, classical musician, and Native storyteller share their journeys from “outsider” to “insider,” exploring representation, safe spaces, embracing identity and confronting privilege.
Introduction: “In The Spotlight” with Chris Rooney, a circus performer and founding member of the BIPOC Circus Alliance Midwest in Chicago, Illinois.
Act One: “Barred from The Bard ” with Farah Merani, an actor, writer and arts educator in Los Angeles, California.
Act Two: “Into the Fold” with Mari Lee, the CEO and artistic director of Salon Séance in New York, New York.
Act Three: “Walking Between Worlds” with Leland Faulkner, a performing artist and arts educator. He lives in Maine on Mi'kmaq, Penobscot, Passamaquoddy and Abenaki tribal land.
You can find a full transcript and more on APAP’s website: https://apap365.org/podcast/
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