Empowering Communities Through Theater

In this episode of Creative Resilience, Dr. Briana interviews Christopher Moses, the Jenning Hertz Artistic Director at Atlanta’s Alliance Theater, about the theater’s mission to foster creative expression, youth development, and community resilience through the arts. Moses highlights the Alliance’s unique approach to producing professional theater for all ages —from infants to adults —and its commitment to community engagement beyond the stage. He discusses how theater nurtures social-emotional skills, reduces isolation, and builds resilience in young people, often serving as a tool for healing and social change. The conversation also explores research partnerships that explore the impact of theater on youth mental health, teacher retention, and community empowerment, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in shaping empathy, hope, and collective action.

https://www.alliancetheatre.org/

https://www.alliancetheatre.org/person/christopher-moses/