| At a time when we can all feel isolated, diminished, and threatened, Litquake brings us together in a way that centers joy. Our great strength is gathering all of you in community—readers, writers, journalists, poets, activists of every ilk, creed, or class—around what matters most to you and with celebration in mind.
This is how we build our expansive, empathy-raising, and—frankly—fun programs each year. Last year, you might have caught Tenderloin and homelessness activist Del Seymour and oral historian Alison Owings delightedly, tearfully watching as Skywatchers, a TL performance group, danced and spoke his praises. While down the street, drag kings and queens cavorted on stage in homage to Swole: The Making of Men and the Meaning of Muscle. Maybe these seem niche? But we know for the people in the room, these moments of communal joy restore, unify, and propel.
There’s a deeper effect here too—joy creates momentum. Joy provides a glimpse of a better future. Together, let’s stay motivated to work toward it.
Yours,
Graham Todd
Artistic Director | 
