Artist Ofa Fotu - Hip-hop feminism, racism in theatre and reclaiming negative spaces

Artist Ofa Fotu - Hip-hop feminism, racism in theatre and reclaiming negative spaces

By Sofie Hagen

Sofie talks to Australian artist Ofa Fotu (aka Odette Mercy) about being part of the cast of Hot Brown Honey, hip-hop feminism, women of colour in theatre, activism and self-care, douchebag presenters, reclaiming negative spaces, performing for children and the importance of diversity in audiences.

Works mentioned in this episode:

Hot Brown Honey

Odette Mercy & Her Soul Atomics

Polytoxic Loves You

Black Honey Company

Lilith: The Jungle Girl

Hope One: Beatboxer

Crystal Stacey: Circus Artist

Briefs – Brief Encounters

Briefs Factory - Sweatshop


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