In this first ever episode of The Canvas for Change, Ruth Rogers interviews Juliette Burton, a comedian and mental health advocate, about her experiences at The Canvas, a community space that Ruth owned and ran in East London from 2014-2022.
Juliette shares stories about the creation of her comedy show, Happy Hour, which created a rare, supportive environment for performers and audiences alike. Hear Juliette's reflections on the impact of her work, including her involvement in the Beach-body Ready campaign, and memorable moments from her shows.
This chat also explores the importance of community spaces in fostering creativity and connection, as Ruth explores how this podcast might inspire other cafes to adopt the community activities hers did; wouldn't it be wonderful if we could connect and amplify more cafe spaces that can hold this humanity?
Follow Juliette Burton on Instagram: instagram.com/juliette_burton
www.julietteburton.com
00:00
Introduction to The Canvas and its Impact
01:19
Exploring the Next Steps for The Canvas
02:10
Interview with Juliette Burton: From Comedy Show to Community Space
08:45
Running a Regular Comedy Show: Behind the Scenes
20:22
Creating Vital Community Assets: The Power of Cafes
23:47
Conclusion and Future Plans
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