Alex Vásquez Dheming: Choreographing Light.
Salvadoran lighting designer whose expressionist practice turns light into narrative, emotion, and
Salvadoran lighting designer whose expressionist practice turns light into narrative, emotion, and
Japanese costume designer and cultural advocate whose research-driven practice interrogates representation, identity,
German scenic designer whose kinetic scenography builds sets that move with the
Mexican cultural worker, director, and playwright whose practice is rooted in collective
Classic plays for community theatre: Shakespeare, Greek tragedies, Chekhov—masterpieces with zero royalties.
Jamie Shriner performance turns radical joy into resistance. Equal parts powerhouse vocalist, sharp-witted comedian, and fearless truth-teller, Jamie’s work straddles the heartfelt and the hilarious—often within the same breath. Her musical comedy doesn’t just aim for laughs; it reclaims space, celebrates queerness, and turns awkward adolescence into art. Whether she’s belting about cringe-worthy middle school moments or calling out the absurdities of the entertainment industry, Jamie does it with grit, clarity, and unapologetic flair. Jamie career is carving a lane entirely her own—melodic, irreverent, and deeply human.
Step into the mind of a comedic force reshaping the rules of the game—in this edition of PROFILES.
When I was a child I loved making sketches, dances, and plays with the kids in my neighborhood because it was fun to tell stories. I think that had evolved into me getting to play as a full time career.
Corn Baby, my debut comedy hour, is a love letter to adolescent me. By making light of the trials and tribulations of my youth, I am able to look at those memories and laugh, inspiring others to do the same for the less than glamorous moments in their lives.
I tried to do a combination of routine writing (to battle creative blocks) and letting creativity spark organically.
My biggest challenge has been existing as a queer woman in a male dominated industry while also trying to reinvent the art form with a unique approach to musical comedy. It’s definitely forced me to be bold, to stand firm in my beliefs, and speak confidently and clearly in order to have the best setup possible to do my job to the highest of my ability.
I’m heavily inspired by my own life experiences, as well as any art I take in that moves me. I think art is meant to foster community and connect us all, so I try to let that inform my work.
I think it’s really exciting how the power is in our hands more than ever before to create our own communities online as well as in person at shows.
Stay true to your vision, and make efforts every day to get clear on exactly what that vision is for yourself. You HAVE to be specific.
I just hope it makes people feel less alone, lighter, and more joyful.
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