Shanta Thake

Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, with prior leadership at The Public Theater and Joe's Pub, known for expanding access, community-centered programming, and initiatives like Summer for the City and the West Side expansion.

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Oct 30, 2025 • 49min

Shanta Thake on Curiosity, Collaboration, and Building the Next Chapter of Lincoln Center

Shanta Thake, Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, shares her vision for democratizing arts programming and enhancing community connection. She discusses transformative initiatives like Summer for the City, aimed at boosting civic engagement through arts. Shanta reflects on her journey from the Public Theater to Lincoln Center, emphasizing collaboration over silos and the importance of community input in projects like the West Side Expansion. Her insights highlight the vital role of the arts in promoting wellbeing and innovation in a post-pandemic landscape.

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