Collectivists

Zaza Historia VanDyke is a poc, trans femme, parent, performer, song writer and artist from Ogden Utah. You can find Zaza anywhere she can be loud and proud with an instrument in hand, either playing upright bass for “The BackYard Revival” or playing guitar and singing her own original music. She’s the girl at every campfire and party, singing and playing acoustic guitar. In fact, you’ll be hard pressed to find Zaza without a guitar close by. Zaza’s greatest inspirations are the people surrounding her in life, who’ve pushed her and supported her music, and her love of the world and atmosphere around her.

Andrea Hardeman is a Texas native with a passion for weightlifting, music, and Peloton. Always drawn to creativity and artistic expression, Andrea discovered a deeper connection to painting in 2020, exploring her talent in ways she hadn’t before. Her artistic style blends abstract, Impressionism, and mixed media, creating works that reflect her personal journey of processing and healing. Art has been a transformative and therapeutic outlet for Andrea, helping her navigate life’s twists and turns. Through her work, Andrea aims to inspire feelings of comfort, joy, and inspiration in others, sharing the same sense of beauty and connection that art has given her.

An avid reader and poet, Jamera was born and raised in Kansas. Currently living in Salt Lake City, Utah, she enjoys writing, scenic rides, the live music scene, and thrilling experiences. She currently owns and operates a small fragrance oil business and published her debut poetry book, “So Black I’m Blue” in January 2022. As a poet she hopes to inspire others to write, speak, and think boldly and imaginatively.

Lamont Joseph White was born and raised in the New York City metropolitan area, where he lacked visual inspiration. His influences are derived by aspects of both modern and traditional approaches... Classicism and renaissance for their academic forms of beauty. Impression and abstraction speak to his sense of contemporary times. He received my BFA from FIT in New York with continued studies at The School of Visual Arts and the New School. As a student, he was fortunate to have an incredible creative environment and passion for the arts early on. During his schooling, renowned illustrators Jack Potter and Antonio Lopez took him under their wings and contributed greatly to his approach and creative direction. After graduating he went on to illustrate ad campaigns and editorials for Adidas, Converse, Coleman, Fairchild Publications, Ebony Man, Cole Haan, Bally Shoes, Amalfi Shoes, Bandolino Shoes, amongst others. His ongoing creative pursuits have included fine art exhibits, illustration, graphic design and product development across multiple industries. Exhibitions have included The Society of Illustrators and various other New York City metro area galleries. More recently his work been seen at Ski Utah Headquarters, Snowbird resort and Christian Center of Park City and the Alf Engen Museum at Utah Olympic Park. Thematically, inclusion and diversity are always important for Lamont. It’s often said that race doesn’t matter or that color isn’t seen. He prefers, instead, to observe our differences so that we can better embrace them. These days Lamont resides in Park City Utah with his wife, Jeannine and their dog, Bowie.

Latoya Cameron has been seen on the SLAC stage in THE CAKE, STUPID FUCKING BIRD and 2014 SATURDAY’S VOYUER. She has participated in three Playwrights’ Labs and voiced one of the members of the Jolly Troop (Upper Twin) in CLIMBING WITH TIGERS. She has been a proud Union Member of Actors Equity for four years. Recently she has shifted her focus towards balancing her time off stage along with on. This new direction has turned her attention on how to make theatre a place that creates visibility and equity for marginalized communities who have been affected by systemic oppressions. Along with that, how we can make the theatre a safe environment for all to show up as their full selves. Theatre can be a place to create change, that can create possibilities and shift perspectives; however, we have yet to witness the actualization of that potential because of discriminative behaviors acting as gatekeepers. Through her continued work with SLAC, we will strive toward removing the hinges from those gates and perpetually work towards effective and equitable change.

Yahosh Bonner is an American singer, songwriter, and performer known for his unique blend of R&B, pop, and soul music. He gained significant recognition as a member of the popular boy band "The Bonner Brothers," which showcased the musical talents of him and his brothers. Yahosh's musical journey began at a young age, influenced by a variety of genres and artists. In addition to his work with the band, Yahosh has pursued a solo career, releasing several singles that highlight his vocal prowess and songwriting skills. His music often reflects themes of love, personal growth, and resilience. Yahosh is also known for his engaging performances, captivating audiences with his charismatic stage presence. Beyond music, he is active on social media and often shares insights into his life, career, and inspirations with his followers. Yahosh Bonner continues to evolve as an artist and is regarded as a rising star in the music industry.