Season 2, Episode 1: Gabrielle Jackson

This week, we're sitting down with Gabby Jackson of the Joy-Jackson Initiative to talk about building systemic equity in the arts!

Gabrielle is a Los Angeles-based actress, singer, poet, and activist. She is the founder and director of The Joy-Jackson Initiative, a non-profit organization creating actionable tools to build systemic equity in the arts. Her performing credits include: Nala in Disney’s Tale of the Lion King, Celie in The Color Purple, Angela in Parade, Nehebka in Aida, and Ti Moune u/s in Once on This Island. Gabrielle also writes and produces her own children’s show, Hey, Miss Gabby!, which fosters anti-racism in young kids through fun, accessible characters. Gabrielle is dedicated to work that centers and redefines Black narratives, and creates equitable artistic expression for all. She is a graduate of Saddleback College Applied Vocal Program with a Classical emphasis.
Learn more about the Joy-Jackson Initiative at www.joyjackson.org.
More resources:
We See You White American Theatre
Black Theatre Girl Magic
Your Black Friend Are Busy