Willow Jamesis a Chicago-based arts leader, DJ, + multidisciplinary artist working in photography, sound design, + composition. He uses art as a platform for community healing + work that uplifts Black identity–building spaces where art + purpose meet. He currently serves as Civic Engagement Director at Definition Theatre (where he is also an ensemble member), a teaching artist with Court Theatre + Adjunct Faculty at DePaul University.An award-winning sound designer, his credits includeYou Will Get Sick(Steppenwolf),Fat Ham(Definition /Goodman),The Nacirema Society(Goodman),A Raisin in the Sun(Court),The Band's Visit(TheatreSquared/Writers),Hymn(Chicago Shakespeare),Anna in the Tropics(American Players) + more.He is also the founder ofClean Pour Club, a nomadic style pop-up bar featuring drinks inspired by people, places + stories. |@worksbywillow