Overview: The Forest Forward Theatre, a historic venue in South Dallas, has been revitalized by Elizabeth Wattley, the current President and CEO. Dallas Weekly reporter Zahiyah Carter was able to sit down with Ms. Wattley for an interview where they discussed Ms. Wattley’s passion for the project, the historic contracts she had with small minority owned businesses, and most importantly, the importance of being a Black woman in a high-level executive position. Elizabeth Wattley (EW): I think the Forest Theatre has inspired a lot of people over time, and [people] have wanted to see it come back.