Arts and culture aren’t just things we watch or visit — they’re living, breathing conversations happening on stages, in rehearsal rooms, and at the bar post shows. The StageLync Podcast dives right into those conversations, talking with artists, curators, producers, and cultural changemakers about what’s shaping the live performing arts world right now.
We’ve handpicked five episodes that get to the heart of why arts and culture matter — from bold new ideas to the behind-the-scenes hustle that keeps it all alive. If you want smart, honest, and inspiring chats with people in the midst of arts culture, start here:
1. Marina Maleni – Theatre Development Officer, Cyprus Theatre Organisation
Think of this as your backstage pass to Cyprus’s theatre world. Marina’s journey—from acting in classics like Three Sisters and Twelfth Night to shaping national theatre policy—is fueled by a contagious optimism: “the possibilities are endless.” It’s a masterclass in turning creative passion into cultural infrastructure.
2. Peter Kalal – Cultural Strategist & Researcher
This isn’t a dry academic talk—it’s a propulsive call to arms for why arts really matter. Peter, a Brooklyn-based cultural strategist with a PhD and a serious resume (Columbia, Eastman, Yale panels), nails it: “If we’re not going to support the arts and culture, then what are we all doing this for?”
3. Carson Elrod – Actor & Arts Advocate
Want a story that blends Broadway, Hollywood, and activism? Carson delivers. He’s been on stage, screen, and even in Congress—rallying for creative workers with campaigns like #ArtsHero. His line “In the empty field, we have an opportunity to build something new” lands with real urgency.
4. Carmen Morgan – Founder & Director of artEquity
Art as fuel for social justice? Carmen’s your guide. She built artEquity to help theatres and arts orgs tackle equity and inclusion head-on—with real tools, training, and institutional muscle. The takeaway: “Without the arts, social justice work faces headwinds; with the arts, it gains momentum and creativity.”
5. Yaron Lifschitz – Artistic Director & CEO of Circa
From directing nomad to globetrotting creative powerhouse, Yaron’s story is pure awe. With a career that spans opera, physical theatre, circus—and audiences in 40+ countries—he lives by one truth: “We are all capable of more, we just don’t know where those limits are.”
Throw on your headphones, queue up an episode (or five), and let these voices pull you into the heart of arts and culture. Who knows? You might walk away with a new perspective, a fresh idea, or the reminder you needed about why this work matters.
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