The Long and Short of It

Rewriting the Regional Theatre Playbook with Michael Rohd

In our debut episode (filmed before our Artistic Congress in October 2024), we sit down with theatre-maker, educator, and civic practice pioneer Michael Rohd to discuss how regional theatre must evolve to stay relevant and impactful. As co-founder of Sojourn Theatre and a leader in collaborative, community-driven storytelling, Michael shares his insights on breaking away from traditional models, fostering civic engagement through theatre, and what it really means to build a cultural institution that serves its community. If you've ever wondered what the future of regional theatre could look like, this is the conversation to start with.