REPresent STL is The Rep’s new civic conversation series focused on highlighting and unpacking the issues that matter most to the residents of the Greater St. Louis region. This series will charge us to get involved, encourage us to stay connected and inspire us to move toward meaningful change in our community. This innovative and engaging approach to civic learning welcomes meaningful conversations, partnerships and greater understanding. Each segment will incorporate perspectives from thought leaders, local activists, advocates, artists and community members. We invite you to journey with us as we deepen our relationships and move toward a better St. Louis for us all.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

  • "Athena" talkback - January 25

  • "Clyde’s" talkback - February 15

PREVIOUS PROGRAMS

THE LEHMAN TRILOGY POST-SHOW TALKBACK

Wednesday, September 20, 2023
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (event)

A post-show conversation hosted by the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC).

Moderator Maharat Rori Picker Neiss, Executive Director, of the Jewish Community Relations Council will lead a discussion with special guests Tamyka Perine, Executive Director, Cultural Leadership of St. Louis, and Helen Turner, Director of Education, St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum. The discussion will center around the intricate history of the Lehman family's role in American history and its connections to issues such as antisemitism and anti-Black racism.

 

Breaking Down the Ballot (November 2020)

Monday, October 26
6:00-8:00 p.m.

The first event in our REPresent STL series, Breaking Down the Ballot is your opportunity to hear from local political and legal experts on all the ins and outs of the upcoming election. Explore the Missouri ballot from head to toe, ask questions of non-partisan election experts, thought leaders, politicians and voting advocates, and get all the information you need to be informed and confident at the polls. This facilitated webinar discussion, moderated by The Rep’s Augustin Family Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif

Self Care in the New Year (January 2021)

Friday, January 29, 2021
6:00-8:00 p.m.

Join us in cultivating a healthy mind, body and spirit with our next REPresent STL event: Self Care in the New Year. From stress relief and mental health to nutrition, fitness and much more, our diverse group of experts will help us all support a healthy life in 2021.This facilitated webinar discussion, moderated by The Rep’s Director of Learning and Community Engagement, Adena Varner.

 

Intersection of Faith and Art (October 2021)

Monday, October 11, 2021
6:00-8:00 p.m.

Join us for a dynamic conversation with St. Louis artists and faith leaders as we explore the intersection of Art and Faith. We'll be discussing how artists and faith leaders work together to create a greater impact in our community.

From Surviving to Thriving: A Horizon Setting Conversation (May 2022)

Tuesday, May 17, 2022
6:30-8:30 p.m.

Join us for a dynamic conversation with St. Louis non-profit leaders as we discuss approaches to building thriving organizations after the challenge of the last few years. 

 

Community Night: An Educational Conversation with Dr. Marva Robinson

Friday, February 24, 2023
6:00-7:30 p.m.

Join us for a pre-show conversation led by Dr. Keisha Ross. She will be discussing how historical, intergenerational trauma shows up in today’s world. Dr. Ross will also share strategies for coping and healing from racial trauma.