Greg Hatem (b. 1987) is a Baltimore-based queer composer, producer, and performer. His solo practice combines acoustic and synthetic textures in short and largely instrumental art-pop compositions. As a multi-instrumentalist, Hatem records and performs with Baltimore bands Natural Velvet, Moth Broth, Curving Tooth, and Mole Suit Choir. When not musicking, Hatem owns and operates an curiosity shop in Hampden called Bazaar.
In the kaleidoscope of surrealistic visions, where vibrant hues merge seamlessly with enigmatic shapes, emerges the extraordinary artistic realm of St. Clair Castro, an Afro Latino Indio artist whose work transcends the boundaries of the ordinary and the mundane. Rooted in a rich tapestry of influences ranging from the intricate and enigmatic worlds of Hieronymous Bosch and Salvador Dali to the ethereal brilliance of Joan Miro and the profound symbolism of Gustave Dore, Castro's creations are a fusion of diverse cultural threads and artistic ideologies.
JoAnn F. Peterson is an acclaimed film and stage actor who does first-person, living history portrayals which she calls “Amazing Women of History”. Her well researched portrayals of Margaret “The Unsinkable Molly Brown” of Titanic fame, world-renowned opera singer Jenny Lind, tragic First Lady Mary Lincoln, child star and ambassador Shirley Temple Black, ground-breaking journalist and adventurer Nellie Bly, Founding Mother Abigail Adams, and first female Cabinet member Frances Perkins, have been performed at the U.S.
An accomplished artist, Dr. Subha Maruvada has a unique distinction of celebrated excellence in two classical dance techniques of South India - Kuchipudi under Dr. Vempati Chinna Satyam and Bharatnatyam under Mrs. Kamala Narayana (Laxman). Her dance is distinguished for its superb abhinaya (mime), sound rhythm, and impeccable grace. Subha is the founder and artistic director of Pranava Natyam. Her dance is marked by fluidity and grace.
Quineice‘s phenomenal vocal ability has often been compared to some of the greatest vocalists of all times– from Aretha Franklin and Phyllis Hyman to Billie Holiday and Nina Simone. This petite powerhouse has vocal skill that transcends boundary. With impeccable pitch and a aerobatic vocal range that floats from a rich alto to crystal highs, she has performed with a profound love for music, entertaining music audiences across the world. She is adept in all genres of music, including jazz, funk, soul, R & B, gospel and pop music.
Lisa Pellittiere is a dance teaching artist, performer, and choreographer residing in Maryland. Originally from Florida, Lisa earned her BFA in Dance from Jacksonville University. For over 10 years, she has taught in private dance studios; community programs; and PreK-12 private and public school curricular, co-curricular and extra curricular enrichment programs. By combining elements of creative movement and storytelling with contemporary dance styles, she creates accessible, expressive classes and choreography for movers of diverse backgrounds and varied dance experience.