Compassionate Revolution
Compassionate Revolution is a podcast about the future of opera. Hosted by Alaina Viau, founder of Loose Tea Music Theatre, we're pulling back the curtains and sparking public discussion all in the name of making space for change. Social justice is our compass and opera is the way forward. Will you join us on our mission to create a more compassionate and inclusive world through opera?
Episodes
13 episodes
12 - Power dynamics of consent and co-creation with Siobhan Richardson
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, host Alaina Viau is joined by Siobhan Richardson, a fight and intimacy director, actor, singer, fighter, and dancer. Siobhan shares her experience and expertise in the opera and m...
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Episode 12
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53:56
11 - Cracking the code to making opera relatable with Alex Hajek
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, host Alaina Viau is joined by Alex Hajek, Canadian baritone, co-producer of Opera Revue.Alex shares his experience with Opera Revue, which has sold out shows, diverse audience mem...
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Episode 10
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50:00
10 - Getting curious about yourself with Daevyd Pepper
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, host Alaina Viau is joined by Daevyd Pepper, a singer, trailblazer, administrator, and spiritualist.They dive into ways to embrace your woo-woo as an opera artist and getti...
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Episode 11
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59:50
09 - What does Canadian culture look like in the global arts scene? with Valerie Dueck
Valerie Dueck (classical pianist, teacher, vocal coach) has moved at least 25 times in the past 20 years.She’s lived in the Czech Republic, Austria, Norway, Kazakhstan, and most recently in Switzerland. Now based in Ottaw...
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Episode 9
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48:50
08 - Opera and the mind-body connection with Peter Bass
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, Alaina Viau and baritone Peter Bass discuss their shared belief about the mind-body connection within the context of opera. They both acknowledge that opera is not just about what happens...
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Episode 8
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1:10:25
07- Cutting the bullshit and focusing on bold moves with Kristine Dandavino
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, Alaina Viau chats with Kristine Dandavino, a multi-talented musician, mezzo-soprano, pianist, vocal coach, director, conductor, mentor, teacher, and composer. They discuss the imp...
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Episode 7
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1:10:15
06 - Embracing experimentation and messiness in marketing with Karen Choi
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, Alaina Viau and Karen Choi explore the multifaceted nature of marketing, emphasizing that it goes beyond simply disseminating a message. Karen Choi is a performing arts marketer who also ...
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Episode 6
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1:07:39
05 - Paving your own way in the opera industry and the impact of ADHD with Maureen Batt
In this episode, Alaina Viau, founder of Loose Tea Music Theatre, speaks with Maureen Batt, a soprano and producer, about paving their own way in the industry and living with ADHD. They discuss the misconception that success in the oper...
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Episode 5
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1:14:46
04 - What you need to manage money, energy, and expectations with Saman Shahi
This episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast is a conversation between Alaina Viau, founder of Loose Tea Music Theatre, and Saman Shahi, Canadian composer, conductor, and pianist. You might not like the answer they have for "How...
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Episode 4
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55:51
03 - The battle between generations and how to make opera a warmer space with Jonelle Sills
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, Alaina Viau (founder of Loose Tea Music Theatre) and soprano Jonelle Sills talk about building trust with community and creating a safe and inclusive space for engagement.Are youn...
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Episode 3
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52:14
02 - What's a "successful" career in opera? with Mark Wilkinson
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, long time friends and artists who wear many hats, Alaina Viau and guest Mark Wilkinson talk about the multidisciplinary landscape of opera today.How do we as a community support e...
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Episode 2
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1:24:30
01 - Showing up as your authentic self with Ian Cusson
In this episode of the Compassionate Revolution podcast, Alaina Viau (founder of Loose Tea Music Theatre) tackles the topic of burnout and the importance of rest with Ian Cusson, a talented composer of art song, opera, and orchestral works. Ian...
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Episode 1
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1:02:04