Motus Playback: Adoptee Journeys of Belonging

Since 2010, Motus Theater has been sharing stories to bring the voices and experiences of communities on the frontlines of violence to center stage. “The stories we tell construct our identities,” said Rita Valente-Quinn, Producing Executive Director. “They go beyond entertainment to enlighten, inspire, and catalyze action. Shared stories about the personal, the communal and the national all shape our own understanding of the world and the deep-seated power dynamics that govern us.”

Our Vision We envision a world where there is a sense of place where everyone shares in our differences, understands our histories, and celebrates our cultures equitably. Our Mission We strive to celebrate and preserve Asian Pacific American cultures and histories through education, allowing us to build stronger communities and allies while taking a step towards equitable empowerment, collaboration, and representation. Our Values

• EDUCATION Education is key towards building understanding between communities, and honoring our roots.
• CELEBRATION Celebration of our identities encourages the exploration of different backgrounds, and inspires preservation of varying histories.
• COLLABORATION Collaboration within and outside of our communities strengthens alliances, and creates a collective voice that cannot be ignored.