KeyBARD

An Actor's Purpose, Resilience, and Joy with Jefferson A. Russell

Thembi Duncan Season 2 Episode 19

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In this episode of KeyBARD, Thembi sits down with the brilliant and beloved Jefferson A. Russell, a powerhouse stage actor and resident company member of Everyman Theatre in Baltimore, MD, USA. Jefferson’s path has taken him from law enforcement to the footlights, and his reflections on joy, grief, resilience, and the evolution of his artistry are profoundly moving.

They discuss:

  • How childhood experiences shaped his artistic lens
  • Navigating the American theatre landscape
  • August Wilson's impact on theatre and Black actors
  • The founding and importance of Galvanize DC
  • What it means to live your dream

...and so much more!

Click here to learn more about Jefferson A. Russell

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KeyBARD is produced, written, and hosted by Thembi Duncan.
Theme music by Sycho Sid.

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