The Billie Presents Literary Salon - Champions for the Arts: In Conversation with Donna Walker-Kuhne

The Billie Holiday Theatre presents an inspiring literary salon with author and community engagement leader Donna Walker-Kuhne, moderated by Aaron L. McKinney, Executive Director of Hi-ARTS.

Centered on Walker-Kuhne’s book, Champions for the Arts: Lessons and Successful Strategies for Engaging Diverse Audiences, the conversation will explore what it means to champion the arts, expand access and build meaningful connections with diverse communities. One of the nation’s foremost experts in audience development, Walker-Kuhne will share lessons from decades of work with institutions including Dance Theatre of Harlem, The Public Theater, Apollo Theater, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Whitney Museum and NJPAC. The discussion will highlight her practical yet visionary approach to community engagement as a vehicle for social change.