Oakley’s Olympia shows include a day of conferences and panels, and this community vibe is apparent on the tour as well. Oakley says it offers a forum for those in the industry to network with each other and those outside the industry who are interested in labor activism. Her vision is best realized, she admits, when she sees performers talking with audience members at intermission in the gallery area and after the show.

“The world wants you to feel shame,” said Oakley in a recent interview, “It's pretty reaffirming to be in a place where you can witness the work of dozens of other whores who are proud, talented, brilliant artists who are kicking the ass of their shame. You realize that it is really is possible to have something worthwhile to say, and it feels damn good.”