Inside the Theater of the Mind — David Byrne

Inside the Theater of the Mind — David Byrne

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Why the Medium Matters — David Byrne, Revisited

To mark the release of David Byrne’s new book, SLEEPING BEAUTIES, we’re revisiting our conversation with him from the FoST archives. A legendary musician, storyteller, and lead singer of Talking Heads, Byrne reflects on the creation of his immersive theatrical project, Theater of ...  Show more

The Anatomy of a Welcoming Space — David Rockwell

David Rockwell is the founder and president of Rockwell Group, the acclaimed architecture and design firm helping shape how we experience space, food, theater, and culture. Whether it's redefining modern luxury dining through the design of the Nobu restaurants, or creating signat ...  Show more

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