About sam

Sam is a Chicago-based artist.

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Sam moved to Evanston, Illinois to study at Northwestern University. He graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with a certificate in Musical Theatre.

While in school, Sam also explored his passions for vocal arrangement, tap dance, and choreography. He spent his free time music directing and arranging music for an a Cappella group, as well as tap dancing in TONIK Tap, Northwestern’s tap dance company.

After graduating, Sam moved to Chicago to continue performing. He has worked with companies such as Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Drury Lane, Marriott Theatre, Theatre at the Center, First Folio, Northbrook Theatre, Emerald City, and Blank Theatre Company. In addition to performing, Sam also works as a music director and freelance vocal arranger.

Sam is especially excited about Theatre for Young Audiences. Since its founding, Sam has worked closely with Young People’s Theatre of Chicago, performing, music-directing, and assistant directing various productions.