Welcome to the Green Room Meditations Podcast, brought to you by the Indiana Repertory Theatre and hosted by Devon Ginn.
Today, we are in conversation with: Allen Sledge. Allen's career in musical theatre has brought him to our stage at IRT where he's currently thrilling audiences as the voice of Audrey II. His performance history includes roles in The Wild Party and Ragtime with Footlite Musicals, and Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat at Fort Wayne Civic Theatre.
Allen earned his BFA in Musical Theatre from the Chicago College of Performing Arts in 2007 and has since been a force on the stage. During our chat, Allen shared insights into his role preparations, his deep passion for story telling, and how he uses theatre as a platform to advocate for social justice and equity.
Join us to dive deeper into Allen's artistic journey and discover what makes his performances so captivating.
Learn more about Allen on Instagram: @soulsledge
About the Indiana Repertory Theatre:
Founded in 1971, the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) is the largest professional not-for-profit theatre in the state and one of the leading regional theatres in the country. The mission of the Indiana Repertory Theatre is to produce top-quality, professional theatre and related activities, providing experiences that will engage, surprise, challenge, and entertain people throughout their lifetimes, helping us build a vital and vibrant community.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA): The IRT strives to celebrate and serve the diverse people and cultures that make up our whole community. The IRT is committed to providing access for all; to creating and maintaining an antiracist theatre that is inclusive, safe, and respectful.
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