Nyda funding allows shange to call the shots

I think there may be some confusion here!

NYDA stands for National Youth Development Agency, which is a South African government agency that provides funding and support to youth-led projects and initiatives. While NYDA funding can certainly provide resources and opportunities for young people to pursue their passions and projects, it's not necessarily a direct factor in allowing someone to "call the shots".

However, I think you may be referring to the playwright and director Ntozake Shange, who is known for her groundbreaking work in the African American theater movement. Shange's play "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf" (1975) is a seminal work that explores the experiences of black women and has been widely acclaimed for its innovative use of language, imagery, and performance.

In terms of "calling the shots", Shange has indeed been a trailblazer in her field, pushing boundaries and challenging traditional norms in her work. Her play has been widely performed and adapted, and she has been recognized with numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the arts.

So, while NYDA funding may not be directly related to Shange's ability to "call the shots", her work has certainly had a significant impact on the world of theater and beyond!