Dr. Smile: Post-Show Talkback

part of Dr. Smile: A New Musical

(Archive)

Join us immediately after the Saturday performance for a special talkback featuring Dr. Valli Meeks, the real-life dentist who founded Maryland’s first HIV/AIDS dental clinic, alongside Pop-up Museum artistic collaborators MJ Vilardi and Hart. Together, they’ll explore the intersection of healthcare, activism, and the arts, discussing how a musical can amplify stories of resilience and dignity. It’s a conversation about partnership, perseverance, and the power of everyday heroes.