Mood Fabrics is committed to showcasing Black designers, makers, and talent during Black History Month, and the Mood Sewciety Podcast is no different. Tune in as we bring you three exclusive interviews with Black designers who inspire us.

A true multi-hyphenate, Shane Ballard is a costume designer, illustrator, and educator who has worked on a number of projects ranging from Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story to the Bessie-nominated dance piece Kolonial, as well as lending his wisdom to the next generation of theatrical and fashion professionals. Ash and Camille catch up with their former professor to discuss his recent and upcoming work, as well as his perspective as a Black man in the theater industry.