Muhyi Ali (She/They) a Black queer creator and filmmaker specifically dedicated to the storytelling of their communities.

Born and raised in Teaneck, New Jersey, the arts have always been a necessary outlet of expression for Muhyi. With both a Bachelor's and Masters in Fine Arts Muhyi set out to join together, improve, enlighten, and grow their own community through media.

Muhyi has been humbled to explore multiple avenues of media, that represent their community in the most authentic ways possible. They are the creator of AfroTwin Productions, a media company dedicated to sharing the narratives of those systemically marginalized. Muhyi took proactive steps to address the lack of coverage on women and non-binary experiences by launching a resource community and podcast called "Always In Bloom" Through this platform, they not only amplify their stories but also share their own experiences through diverse forms of media.

Najah S. Bayyan (aka NajahBNajah) is a featured Spoken Word Artist, Actor & Former Open Mic Host. Raised between Los Angeles, CA and Baltimore, MD, Najah was an avid reader brought up with an interest in the performing arts. In 2016, she published her chapbook, "The Men Who’ve Kept Me Busy". In 2023, Najah shifted into acting and debuted as Mayme in "Intimate Apparel," at Fells Point Corner Theater, Gingy in "Love, Loss, and What I Wore," in 2024 at Vagabond Players. She recently performed as Dr. Lakeisha Edmondson in the play, "Baltimore: In Recovery," for the Char City Fringe Festival. Najah has also recently ventured into playwriting, as her short play, "All The Things You Never Saw," has been selected by Two Strike Collective 2024 Brown Sugar Bake-Off Play Festival.

Gayle Carney is currently understudying the role of Bertha in Joe Turner’s Come and Gone at the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company. Gayle has completed an animation project of “Get Your Hands Out of My Pocket.” Also, Gayle has performed in a virtual staged reading of “Compromised” for Stockton University. Other productions include: The Off-Broadway production of The Promised Land (Dunvegan Productions, New York); Our Lady of Assumption Kaleidoscope Kids, This Just In, Laundromat (New York, New Short Play Festival); An American Daughter/understudy Judith B. Kaufman (Arena Stage); Fences/understudy Rose (Round House Theatre); Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters, Flyin’ West, Fahrenheit 451 (Tapestry Theatre) Amen Corner, Spell #7 (Arena Players); Ties That Bind (Hartke Theatre); The Dog Must Die (Highwood Theatre); The Old Settler (Serenity Players); www.gaylecarney.com

Michael Changwe is a Baltimore/DMV based actor. His recent roles include Charlie the Robot in ‘A Computer That Loves’ with Baltimore Rock Opera Society (BROS), ‘The Codeswitch’ with Sisters Freehold and as Joseph Asagai in ‘A Raisin In The Sun’ with Spotlighters Theatre. Outside of performing arts, he enjoys web development and cheering on D.C. sports (go Nationals!) He is grateful for this opportunity and wants to give a special shoutout to his friends and family for supporting his dreams! 

Brittany Erica has had a deep love for theater since high school, where she first discovered her passion for acting in the 11th grade, starring as a juror in the play, Twelve Angry Jurors. Since then, her theatrical journey has spanned 13 years, during which she has portrayed a wide range of dynamic characters. Some of her notable roles include Annelle in Steel Magnolias, Samiya Cannon in The Gift of Family, Laura Baker in Whose Wives Are They Anyways, and Frances in Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. In addition to her stage performances, Brittany has made a significant impact by bringing African American historical figures to life through re-enactments in her local community. She is particularly recognized for her portrayal of Edmonia Goodelle Highgate, the first Black teacher at the Hosanna School in Darlington, MD. She has reprised this role in various educational and community settings. Brittany is truly committed to her craft and believes that storytelling is a powerful medium for connecting with the audience, whether it is through a farce to a re-enactment. She credits much of her success to the unwavering support of her family and friends, whose belief in her God-given talent has been a constant source of encouragement throughout her journey. With each new role, Brittany continues to grow as an artist, ever eager to share her passion and inspire others through the transformative power of theater.

Vicky Graham is an actor born and raised in Baltimore, MD. She is grateful to work with Sisters Freehold on this incredible project. @vgrahamm on IG

Kayla Manigault (She/Her) is a Baltimore based actor & educator. She has performed and worked with various theatres in the Baltimore area such as Strand Theatre Company, Two Strikes Theatre Collective & Baltimore Centerstage. When not acting, she’s busy teaching middle school ELA.

Breanna Stewart (she/hers) is a Baltimore interdisciplinary artist. For the last six years she has been working with fellow artist on development of new theatric pieces. She has performed with the Fells Point Corner Theatre, she's participated as a stage direction reader in the Horticulture Playwrights Workshop, and was a company member with The Oven Theatre Company.