What Can We Learn from the Montessori Way

Most theatermakers care about inclusion, but what does it really take to build spaces that center healing, agency, and belonging?

Educator and consultant Maati Wafford joins me to explore how the Montessori method, mental health, and DEI work intersect, and what the arts can learn from this powerful approach. We explore the role of adult accountability, the power of prepared environments, and why curiosity (not control) is the key to real change.

With a sweet cameo from my son Levi, this episode is both practical and deeply personal.

Enjoy the episode, friends!

Grab resources, see the full show notes, and more at 

https://www.inclusivestages.com/post/what-can-we-learn-from-the-montessori-way

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Thanks to our music composer, Zachary McConnell, and our producer, Leah Bryant.