Holly Hughes: podcast appearances and interviews

Holly Hughes, born on March 10, 1955, is an American lesbian performance artist known for her exploration of sexuality, body image, and the female mind through her theatrical work. She began her artistic career as a feminist painter in New York City before gaining recognition as part of the NEA Four, a group denied funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. Hughes has been involved with the WOW Café Theater and has received numerous awards, including the Lambda Literary Award for Drama and an Obie Award for her contributions to theater. In addition to her performance career, she serves as a professor in the theater and drama department at the University of Michigan School of Art & Design. Hughes is also recognized as a TEDx speaker, an award-winning author, and an intuitive healer, reflecting her diverse interests and contributions beyond the stage.