We’re excited that the arts and culture sector is coming together for a mayoral forum. Abilities Dance has been a proud supporter and host committee member for this event and we cannot wait to be in community with you all soon. This is your reminder to join us and help shape the future of the Boston creative sector.

When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Where: Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Rd, Boston, MA

What Time: 6:00–8:30 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)

This is our moment to hear directly from Michelle Wu, Josh Kraft, and Domingos DaRosa about their visions for Boston’s creative workforce and economy. Incumbent candidate Mayor Wu will have the opportunity to share the progress on the promises she made to the sector during her 2021 campaign, while challengers Josh Kraft and Domingos DaRosa will have the opportunity to explain how they will center artists and creatives in their policy platforms.

The forum will be moderated by Jared Bowen, host of GBH’s The Culture Show, who will ask questions submitted by forum attendees. You will need to submit your questions in advance using the registration form.