artEquity Celebrates Connection at the 2026 Black Playwrights Gathering
At a time when artists across many disciplines continue to face isolation and burnout, US’s artEquity is demonstrating the power
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Diversity-Equity-Inclusion (DEI)
Discover articles and news on diversity, equity and inclusion in live performing arts at StageLync. Explore diverse perspectives, initiatives, and stories promoting inclusivity. Stay informed and engage with the performing arts community through impactful content.
StageLync Podcast Ep. 89: Building a More Sustainable and Inclusive Arts Future with Erica McCalman
Erica McCalman is a Melbourne-based creative director, strategist, and facilitator working at the intersection of art, climate, and systems change.
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Erica McCalman: The Future of the Arts Systems, Sustainability & Cultural Belonging
In this upcoming episode of the StageLync podcast, I speak with Melbourne-based creative director, strategist, and facilitator Erica McCalman about
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StageLync Podcast Ep. 88: DEI and Audience Engagement in the Arts with Donna Walker-Kuhne
Donna Walker-Kuhne, an award-winning thought leader, writer, and strategist, joins the StageLync Podcast for a powerful continuation of the conversation
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Donna Walker-Kuhne: Leading Change in the Arts
In this episode of the StageLync podcast, I sit down with DEI leader Donna Walker-Kuhne for a thoughtful and honest
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Circus and Its Others at a Turning Point
As 2026 begins, North America, and particularly the United States, finds itself in another historical period where diversity, equity, and
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StageLync Podcast Ep. 72: Sora Kasuga on Circus, Facial Difference, and Real Inclusion
In this episode of the StageLync Podcast, I sit down with Sora Kasuga (they/she) — a writer, speaker, model, face-equity
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Sora Kasuga: Face Equity, Neurodivergence & Inclusive Circus
Some stories don’t just entertain—they challenge the way we see the world. Sora Kasuga’s is one of them. Aerialist, activist,
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Theresa Ruth Howard: Equity in Ballet
Host Anna Robb sits down with Teresa Ruth Howard, former ballerina, journalist, and founder of Mob Ballet (Memoirs of Blacks
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Omnium Circus Named as Finalist In 5th Annual NYC Imagine Awards
Omnium Circus was named a Finalist in the Claire Friedlander Family Foundation Arts & Culture Award category in The 5th Annual
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Gabrielle Bae – Writer, Choreographer: “There’s no sooner or later for artists. It’s about generation, not disability” (StageLync Podcast Ep.60)
Gabrielle is a dance artist, researcher and producer exploring the intersections of disability, technology and Posthumanism philosophies. Recently based in
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Gabrielle Bae: Disability, Dance & Technology
Host Anna Robb sits down with Gabrielle Bae—dance artist, researcher, and producer reshaping the landscape of disability and technology in
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Equality vs Equity: Why the Difference Matters More Than Ever
The recent rollbacks in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives across the U.S. have reignited an important conversation about workplace
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Lorena Martínez Mier – Cultural Manager, Creative Producer, and Accessibility Consultant: “Care is a space where your needs and concerns are validated” (StageLync Podcast Ep.56)
Lorena Martínez Mier is a Cultural Manager, Creative Producer, and Accessibility Consultant. She has led impactful projects with organisations such
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Lorena Martínez Mier: Rethinking Accessibility in the Arts
Host Anna Robb sits down with cultural changemaker Lorena Martínez Mier—a creative producer, accessibility consultant, and the current Consortium Manager
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Ess Hödlmoser – Performance Artist and Author: “If you’re going to make it as an artist, you have to get good at being uncomfortable” (StageLync Podcast Ep.46)
Ess Hödlmoser (they/he) is a Canadian performance artist and author. Ess’s award–winning circus acts have been shared on international stages
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Ess Hödlmoser: Circus, Identity & Art in Motion
In this insightful episode of the StageLync Podcast, Anna speaks with Canadian performance artist and author Ess Hödlmoser, known for their
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Hamlet Reimagined by Chela De Ferrari
What does it mean “to be” in a world that overlooks your existence? This is the powerful question at the
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Nadia Adame – Artistic Director and Choreographer: “Finding a collaboration and understanding in each others bodies is extremely rich” (StageLync Podcast Ep.44)
Nadia is an actress, writer, and award winning dancer & choreographer. She trained in flamenco and ballet at the Royal
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artEquity’s BIPOC Elders + Culture Bearers Grant Recipients
artEquity, a US national organization committed to bridging the worlds of art and activism, is thrilled to announce the recipients
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Nadia Adame: Dancing Beyond Limits
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the StageLync Podcast, host Anna Robb speaks with Nadia Adame—an actress, choreographer, award-winning
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