In this special episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee sits down with accomplished stage director, producer, and playwright Troy Burton, in celebration of World Theatre Day. They delve into Troy's remarkable journey in the world of theater, exploring his experiences as a teacher and mentor, and delving into his recent projects. Troy shares profound insights on the importance of family, the empowerment of self-identity, and the transformative impact of his near-death experience on his creative endeavors. 🎭👨‍🏫🎨Episode Highlights:Troy's early introduction to theater and the profound impact it had on him (00:05:03-00:06:52) 🎬The significance of family and the role it plays in Troy's career (00:08:44-00:09:54) 👨‍👩‍👧Troy's memorable projects, including his work with the Arena Players Youth Theater and the production of "A Real Nigga Show" (00:11:48-00:20:07) 🎭🎤Troy's experience as an arts educator and the importance of individualized teaching (00:27:08-00:32:04) 🏫Troy's recent projects, including the theatrical mixtape "You Thought I Was Him" and his work with Blue Velvet Soul Records (00:39:43-00:49:55) 🎶💽Key Takeaways:Family support and personal experiences can shape and ignite a passion for the arts. 🌟Owning oneself and taking risks are essential for success in the creative industry. 🚀Individualized teaching and mentorship can have a profound impact on students' artistic development. 🤝Balancing different roles and projects can lead to a diverse and fulfilling career in the arts. ⚖️🎨To learn more about Troy Burton and his upcoming projects, check him on the following social media. 📱Social Media Links:Facebook: Troy Burton Instagram: macioburtLinkedIn: Troy BurtonWe hope you enjoyed this episode of "The Truth in This Art" with the incredible Troy Burton. We would love to hear your feedback and thoughts on the episode. 🎙️👂🌟 Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help us reach more listeners and continue to bring you amazing guests and content. 🌟Also, if you're enjoying the show and want to support us further, consider becoming a patron on our Patreon page. Your support will help us cover production costs and bring you even more engaging and thought-provoking episodes. 💪🎤Thank you for being a part of our community and for your continued support. We appreciate you! 🙌🎉 Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★