About me
Tariq Karriem is a theatre artist, activist, and advocate committed to making theatre more accessible and equitable, intentionally reflecting life while challenging its historically white supremacist practices. He serves as the Artistic Director and Production Manager for the Blk Va Theatre Alliance, which is dedicated to producing thought-provoking works that ignite important conversations.
Some of Tariq’s favorite credits include *Dragons Love Tacos* (Virginia Repertory Theatre, Stage Manager), *Hitler's Tasters* (5th Wall Street Theatre), *The Colored Museum* (Blk Va Theatre Alliance X Virginia Rep), *Misery* (Virginia Repertory Theatre, Production Assistant), and *Set One’s Teeth on Edge* (World Premiere, Director, Blk Va Theatre Alliance) Back of House Assistant Producer (Harlem Fashion Row Fashion Show and Awards-NY). A veteran teaching artist, Tariq teaches at the Virginia Theatre Festival, Dance at the YMCA of Greater Richmond, Pine Camp Cultural Arts Center, and through BVTA’s Department of Education.