Director, writer and performer Katie Villa of Quirk Theatre talks about imagination as activism, and how Theatre can help us imagine better futures.

In this joyful, reflective chat we cover:

• Katie’s creative roots and her discovery of Exeter’s vibrant arts scene.
• The evolution of Quirk Theatre, renowned for inventive family productions blending playfulness and purpose.
• Creating Dayzee and the World of Tomorrow — a show co-designed with Exeter’s children and climate scientists to explore optimistic futures.
• The process of turning big global challenges into accessible, funny, and emotionally resonant stories.
• Why “mischief and love” are at the heart of every Quirk show.

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