We Founded Art & Soul Because Brave Work Shouldn't Break People.

After decades working in theater and arts spaces, we discovered something crucial: the difference between teams that make brave work and teams that burn out isn't about talent — it's about system design.

We observed which creative environments fostered psychological safety, which leadership practices sustained performance, and which culture choices allowed people to show up authentically.

We codified those patterns into the STAGES™ Framework — a system now used by directors, innovation leaders, and arts organizations worldwide.