Taking the Stage
The compelling TDO Network program, Taking the Stage with Kristian and Quo, presents opportunities to dig deep and explore collective solutions through meaningful conversations about topics including inclusion, the arts, education, equity, diversity, opera, and more.
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Donate TodayEpisode 27 | Tradition, Truth, and Creativity with Phil Chan
Phil Chan of Final Bow for Yellowface joins Kristian and Quo for a conversation about representation, relevance, and making change through common goals.
Episode 26 | Gathering Around the Table
Kristian and Quo go live to answer questions and discuss the realities of coming together to make true change in the arts and our nation.
Episode 25 | The People, The Land, and Correcting the Narrative with Peggy and Brian Larney
Elder Peggy Larney and Brian Larney of American Indian Heritage Day in Texas join Kristian and Quo for an honest and powerful conversation about education, truth, and the power of identity.
Episode 24 | The Art that Feeds Us with Jin-Ya Huang
Jin-Ya Huang of Break Bread Break Borders joins Kristian and Quo for an honest conversation about supporting women, legacy, finding community, and preparing a table with and for others.
Ep. 23 | The Door is Open, Welcome with Tracy Wilson
Tracy Wilson of Cincinnati Opera joins Kristian and Quo for a discussion about the power of authentic engagement and centering community in opera.
Ep. 22 | Nessun Dorma
Kristian and Quo have a conversation about the importance of knowing that true change requires true discomfort and a commitment to growth for self and others.
Ep. 21 | From the Community, By the Community, For the Community with Frankie Garcia III
Dallas artist and business owner, Frankie Garcia III join Kristian and Quo to discuss the importance of truly embracing and serving your community.
Ep. 20 | Care for Self, Care for Others
Kristian and Quo break down the importance of caring for self, caring for others, and defying the systems that seek to separate and dehumanize us.
Ep. 19 | Of Money or Mankind with Diane Hosey
Kristian and Quo are joined by Diane Hosey of the Embrey Family Foundation for a conversation about philanthropy, responsibility, and challenging the system.
Ep. 18 | The Art of Education
Kristian and Quo go live to discuss and answer questions about the importance and power of arts education in the classroom, on the stage, and in our lives.