“Growing up, I never thought there was a seat for me, so I've decided to build my own table. Come. Pull up a chair.” —Uzo Aduba

Three-time Emmy Award–winning actor, best-selling author, and advocate Uzo Aduba invites you to join in a powerful conversation about identity, belonging, resilience, and courage. Aduba is best known for her standout portrayal of Suzanne “Crazy Eyes” Warren in Orange Is the New Black, for which she garnered two Emmy awards. She can most recently be seen starring in Netflix's The Residence, and her previous credits include Netflix’s Painkiller, as well as the critically acclaimed FX series Mrs. America, in which Aduba won her third Emmy award for her portrayal of Representative Shirley Chisolm. Drawing from her celebrated career on screen and stage, as well as her memoir, The Road Is Good (Viking, 2024), Aduba shares the deeply personal journey that shaped her voice, purpose, and commitment to justice.

With warmth, humor, and authenticity, she explores the transformative power of storytelling, family, and the enduring strength of community while encouraging others to embrace their own unique paths. Don't miss this inspiring evening that celebrates finding your place, building a table with space for every voice, and recognizing the power of our stories to create connection and change.