# 04-10-26 Latte Da Next Generation Commission Awardees, Clare Fuyuko Bierman and Erika Ji, talk with Freddie Bell about Theater Latté Da’s NEXT Generation Commission and creating new musical theater works

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Published: 2026-04-10T13:59:54+00:00
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On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell speaks with Clare Fuyuko Bierman and Erika Ji about their work in musical theater and their involvement with Theater Latté Da’s NEXT Generation Commission as well as being awardees. They discuss how the program supports bold, original storytelling by historically underrepresented artists, providing both funding and long-term development opportunities. Bierman and Ji share insights into their collaborative projects and the importance of creating stories that challenge perspectives and reflect diverse voices. The conversation highlights how initiatives like this help expand the musical theater landscape while fostering the next generation of creative talent.

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