After 25 years, Mirror Stage is taking its final bow this June.

We threw a party to celebrate with everyone who made our work possible over the years.

During the evening at the iconic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, we asked guests a question that has always been at the heart of our work: what does storytelling mean to you?

Here’s what they had to say.

From all of us at Mirror Stage, thank you for a wonderful 25 years.

Music credits - Transition music by Podington Bear. Podcast intro and outro music by Benjamin Marx.

“With more than 30 years of nonprofit arts experience, Suzanne M .Cohen has performed, directed, designed, and administrated at theatre companies across the country, as well as internationally, including local Seattle companies 14/48, ACT, Empty Space, InfinityBox, Intiman, and The Group Theatre. She earned a BA in Humanities/Drama with Creative Writing minor from University of Southern California, a Master of Not-for-Profit Leadership from Seattle University, and an MA in Cultural Studies from University of Washington Bothell.”

Learn more about Mirror Stage on socials:

Facebook: http://facebook.com/mirrorstage

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A machine-readable transcript of the episode is available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SMXl62-s2cTun1KuoQxFupN_MpOEA7cuFvDp0IGCVWA/edit?usp=sharing

This is our final episode! Mirror Stage closes its doors on June 30th. Ripple Effect will remain on all platforms, so be sure to listen when you need a dose of motivation. Thank you for tuning in!

All episode music by Podington Bear. Podcast intro, outro, and interstitial music by Benjamin Marx.

“Laurie Lynch is a queer artist, educator, and activist dedicated to youth empowerment. From developing original work to performing as Drag King Dan D Lite to facilitating youth and adult workshops, Laurie’s work is rooted in storytelling and human connection. With a background in theatre-making and arts activism, Laurie has spent their career creating spaces where young people can amplify their voices and drive meaningful change. Their commitment to theatre for social change has been a cornerstone of their work, using the arts as a platform for activism, dialogue, and community building. Passionate about cultivating inclusive, youth-centered spaces, Laurie remains committed to ensuring that all young people—especially those historically excluded—have access to creative opportunities that empower them to shape their communities and the world around them.”

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Learn more about us on socials:

Facebook: http://facebook.com/mirrorstage

Instagram: http://instagram.com/mirrorstagewa

A machine-readable transcript of the episode is available here -

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kyy6eLg16zIb5nXkQ1tdTmQaH-79XvvKPirAKIV-xts/edit?usp=sharing

Episodes release on the fourth Wednesday of the month. See you in June!

All episode music by Podington Bear. Podcast intro, outro, and interstitial music by Benjamin Marx.