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Hollie
Elizabeth Klem is a graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic
Academy, specializing in the theatrical studio program. While working
towards her graduation she worked as the schools prop master and ran a
small improv group. Upon graduation alongside her friend, now the
theatre's managing director, Adam Wier, she managed the production of a
low-budget original play, Remember Me,
the spark that ultimately
resulted in the conception of today's Haberdasher Theatre, Inc. Acting
as
Haberdasher Theatre's Artistic Director, Hollie and her
artistic team continue to produce quality entertainment and events for
the New York community. Upon Haberdasher Theatres incorporation and
meeting of the board, an unanimous vote officially granted her the
title of Haberdasher Theatre Inc.'s Artistic Director. Her skills as an
artist go beyond the stage to her personal journey to show and sell her
fine art. She has been an apprentice of the fine arts since her teenage
years working in molding and mixed media but specializing in painting.
For her paid employment works as a buyer and merchandiser for an upper
east side boutique and spa. She has been successful in merging these
three areas of her art by holding strong professional relationships and
birthing new opportunities to artists of all kinds through the
companies and contacts she obtains making deals and negotiations that
benefit all artist and managers involved. Her work with Haberdasher
Theatre, Inc. has received positive reviews as a performer,
director and artistic director. Her volunteer work includes meeting with young emerging theatre companies by their request to speak on and offer advice on developing a quality performance and a realistically rooted company in the performing arts. She also acts as a guide for artists who are new to creating in the fine arts. Her work in the arts as a graphic designer started in 2008 and continues to grow currently as a member of the Journey Church's worship arts design team member. Awards and exhibits include first place in the category of mixed media- Lake and Geauga County Secondary School Art Show, Black History-Black Culture exhibit-Kent State University's Geauga Branch Art Gallery and Free Arts NY in conjunction with Thesia Arts- featured fine artist (2009 exhibit), The Art of Fashion intermix gallery held at Webster Hall, NYC ( 2010 exhibit), Artist for Lespwa; Donation of original work for the relief fund in Haiti- Art show and auction held in Dayton, New Jersey ( 2010 exhibit) Her work can be viewed online at www.hollieelizabethklem.com |
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Hollie
Elizabeth
Klem
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