Karen Hasahya

From Super Creative to Theatre Powerhouse

· 40 min · Hosted by Albert Emmanuel

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About this episode

What does it take to build a world-class theater brand in Uganda, stage licensed Broadway musicals like My Fair Lady and Phantom of the Opera, and mentor the next generation, while staying faith-led and entrepreneurial? Meet Karen Hasahya: producer, musician, writer, teen-girls mentor, and co-founder/CEO of Timeless Arts. In this energizing conversation, Karen shares: • How Timeless Arts grew from events to theater production, including a mental-health focused Merchant of Venice that drew record lines at National Theatre • The business model & funding realities of theater in Uganda (philanthropy, partnerships, sustainability) • Her vision to launch a performing arts academy for credible training & careers • Mentoring teen girls via Bloom & Blossom Christian Girls Camp • Faith-driven leadership: graduating with a Master’s in Contextualized Pastoral Ministry and building teams anchored in love & excellence • Personal motto: Do it afraid (#Netia) — step into your greatness even when it’s scary Timestamps

Timestamps

  1. 00:00 Intro — Who is Karen Hasahya
  2. 02:45 The “super creative” multi-talent path
  3. 06:40 Founding Timeless Arts & the pivot from events to theater
  4. 11:20 Merchant of Venice & mental health advocacy
  5. 15:35 Licensed musicals in Uganda (My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera)
  6. 20:30 Funding, philanthropy & sustainability in the arts
  7. 26:10 Building a performing arts academy—skills, certificates & careers
  8. 31:05 Mentoring teen girls (Bloom & Blossom)
  9. 35:40 Faith, church, and servant leadership in entertainment
  10. 41:20 #Netia: doing it afraid + advice to young creatives
  11. 45:30 Final takeaways

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