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welcome to

Authentic Voices

a one-hour reader's theater  perfomance
and interactive workshop

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Feel the impact of words and actions through real, lived experiences. Witness how presence, language, and choices shape others in ways we may not always see. Through story, empathy becomes something you can truly feel.

FEEL

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Become aware of how we see others and how those perceptions are shaped. Step beyond your own perspective and into someone else’s lived reality. In that space, understanding begins to shift.

BECOME

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Reflect on our shared humanity and the beauty within our differences. Recognize both our deep connection and the strength that comes from diverse experiences. Through reflection, a deeper sense of oneness begins to emerge.

REFLECT

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A Bit About Us

Lived Experiences Transformed To Art

Authentic Voices is not a traditional theatre production. It is a shared storytelling experience where real people bring their lived experiences to the stage through voice, reflection, humor, and music.

Rather than scripted performances, each gathering centers on personal stories that invite the audience into perspectives across race, culture, identity, and sexuality. These stories are not performed at you, but shared with you creating a space where people can listen, feel, and connect without shame or judgment.

Authentic Voices honors the many visible and invisible intersections that shape who we are. There are no lectures or prescribed lessons. Instead, the experience opens hearts, sparks reflection, and allows understanding to grow naturally through the power of story.

By simply sharing real experiences, Authentic Voices invites each person in the room to see through someone else’s eyes and, in doing so, find a deeper sense of connection and shared humanity.

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Meet The Creatives

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

Real Stories.
Real Impact.

The most powerful stories don't end when the performance does, they stay with us. Hear authentic experiences from people whose perspectives were challenged, hearts were opened, and understanding was transformed through the Authentic Voices experience.

EXPLORE THE EXPERIENCES

"Beautiful. Impactful. Authentic Voices is Wonderful"

TYE MINCKLER,  CSL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Community Voices

Authentic experiences vocalized

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"I Laughed.
I Cried."

Zulma González, RScP

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"The Real
Stuff"

Rev. Linda Finley

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"This Is How We Heal"

Terra, CSL Sierra 

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1,000+Audience Members Reached

Creating spaces for connection, reflection, and meaningful conversation.

25+Communities Reached

Including schools, conferences, congregations, nonprofits, and organizations.

Countless Conversations Started

Because the impact of a story can't always be measured.

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YOUR VOICE MATTERS

Share your experience and help others discover the power of story and connection.

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DONATE

Your support helps bring Authentic Voices to life. Donations make it possible to produce performances, travel to new communities, and expand this powerful storytelling experience so more people can gather, listen, and connect.

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GET INVOLVED

Authentic Voices grows through community. Whether you want to perform, share stories, support outreach, or help behind the scenes, there are many ways to be part of this powerful work.

Become A Part Of The Story
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DISCLAIMER

Authentic Voices shares deeply personal stories that explore powerful human experiences. Some performances may include emotionally intense or sensitive topics, and may not be suitable for all audiences. Viewer discretion is encouraged.

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