Interview on "Along St. Claude"

Francesca was part of an audio documentary series called "Along St Claude," created by Eve Abrams, a radio producer, writer and documentarian. Francesca shared her experience as an artist making theatre in the rapidly gentrified neighborhood along St Claude Avenue in downtown New Orleans. Listen to the entire series or just her interview in "Part 6: New Kids on the Block" here.

It premiered on the local NPR station, WWNO, and it's coverage can be read and listened to here. 

The audio documentary also included a portrait installation that premiered during it's airing. Here is Francesca's portrait, taken by Jonathan Traviesa.

Co-Artistic Director of the Yale Cabaret

Did you know that Francesca is also a theatre producer? In her last year of grad school, she has the honor and privilege of being a co-Artistic Director of the Yale Cabaret in it's 50th year. You can learn more about their season here.

MISSION

Yale Cabaret is a haven for the creative spirit that resides in every student at the Yale School of Drama. We are an intersection for curious audiences, invigorating stories, and artistic excellence. In its 50th year, we will continue to illuminate the many voices of our community by producing brave and passionate work that champions the growth of our artists.

Press about the vision of Yale Cabaret's 50th Season:

Yale Cabaret Turns 50, Rolls out New Season by Donald Brown at the New Haven Independent

Yale Cabaret Turns 50 via Yale School of Drama Alumni News

Left to right: Josh Wilder, Rachel Shuey, Francesca Fernandez McKenzie and Rory Pelsue. Photo Courtney Jamison