Recently, The Vanguart had the opportunity to sit down with Alejandra Briones on KOCO to talk about the work we’re building and why it matters.

In a city rich with talent, Black artists continue to shape culture across genres—from visual art to theatre to music and beyond. Our conversation centered on a simple but urgent idea: artists need more than applause. They need intentional support, visibility, and community.

Media moments like this are more than promotion. They are invitations.

They invite new audiences to engage.
They invite partners to collaborate.
They invite artists to see that space is being built with them in mind.

We’re grateful to Alejandra Briones and the KOCO team for helping amplify this work and for recognizing the importance of Black artists in Oklahoma’s cultural landscape.

Watch the full segment below and join us as we continue building spaces where artists don’t just perform—they belong.