Chloe Shade

Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, Chloe Shade (She/Her/Hers) is an emerging Director and theatre artist strongly dedicated to arts equity and social justice. Chloe holds degrees in Theatre-Directing and Mass Media Communications from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she is currently a full-time graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration with a focus on Arts Administration. Throughout her career, Chloe has collaborated with esteemed organizations such as The Kennedy Center, The Eugene O’Neill Theatre Center, NC Black Rep., Theatre Charlotte, Queen City New Play Initiative, and UNC Charlotte. Now working as a freelance artist, Chloe is devoted to creating exposure, access, and opportunities in the arts, especially for BIPOC communities.

What are you studying?

I am pursing my Master in Public Administration, specifically Arts Administration.

What kind of career do you hope to have?

Every time someone asks me this question, I ask them if they have time. I have many dreams and many things I want to accomplish in my career. Being an artist is not a linear experience, but I have very distinct goals.

• Teach Theatre at the collegiate level.
• Work as a professional Director.
• Found my own Theatre nonprofit that emphasizes under-represented, contemporary artists.
• Establish a graduate program at an HBCU for Theatre.

When you are not in class, studying, or working, what do you like to do for fun?

I am always in the pursuit of education, even when I am not in school. I truly enjoy learning new skills in artistry. My current obsession is screen printing! Although I’ve had the pleasure of practicing circus arts, acting, and photography!