Hello! My name is Salem and I love all things theatre & acting!

I identify as a multifaceted theatre artist with a wide range of skills and interests. I found my love of theatre while growing up in Fairfax, Virginia. From the ages of 7 up I was in every drama camp and class I could convince my mom to get me into. After being in a children’s ensemble of a community theatre’s production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, I knew I was hooked for life.

I preformed in over 20 shows for nearly a decade before I truly delved into my passion for a range of technical theatre areas such as: makeup/hair, props, electrics, run crew, etc. However, career wise I focus on performance and makeup artistry. I adore other areas of tech theatre and creative collaboration as well.

As a human, artist, activist, and student: I love growing and sharing! Trying new things is what ignites a special fire in me. I am the kind of artist to jump at an opportunity to build a community of creatives striving towards a common goal

Beyond theatre, I love a good thrift trip full of black clothing finds, formulating hyper specific Pinterest boards, and constantly listening memoir audiobooks or podcasts. I’m also a lover of hiking, camping, and nature - especially when there is a beach involved!

Photos by: Me (Salem), Alex Tuszynski, Andi Flick, Lindsey Cook, Abby Clouse, Emily Nuckols

Quotes that inspire my artistry and personhood

If I wait for someone else to validate my existence, it will mean that I’m shortchanging myself.” – Zanele Muholi

“When you become the image of your own imagination, it’s the most powerful thing you could ever do.” -RuPaul

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