Ingrid Askew is the cofounder of the Interfaith Pilgrimage of the Middle Passage, a 12-month pilgrimage that retraced the journey of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade from the United States to the Caribbean, Brazil, Cabo Verde, W. Africa and South Africa. As the coordinating director, she was instrumental in conceptualizing and solidifying this historical sojourn. Askew developed educational theater presentations with participants of the Interfaith Pilgrimage by focusing on themes relative to the Middle Passage and slavery. Ingrid is an actress, stage director and cultural activist, whose work has spanned 20 years in the New England area. Her work as resident artist in many New England public schools and cultural centers has brought her much acclaim not only for her artistry, but also for her talent in teaching her students ways in which to address social justice issues by using theater as a vehicle. Ingrid’s commitment to using theater for social change has allowed her the opportunity to assist in the creation of numerous theater projects and cultural programs.
