Art Talk: An Artistic Life with Katherine Michelle Tanner
September 17, 4-6 p.m.
Arts Advocates Gallery, The Crossings at Siesta Key mall, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239
Free for Arts Advocates members; $5 for non-members

Katherine Michelle Tanner is the owner and artistic director of Tree Fort Productions Projects, a not-for-profit 501c3 production company specializing in classes for youth, teens, adults, and ongoing education. Tree Fort offers quality training in acting, singing, dancing, film, and photography. Their services allow all to explore their artistic passion in a safe and supportive environment.

Originally from Hastings, Minnesota, Katherine lives in Sarasota and works as an actor, playwright, singer, director, filmmaker, choreographer, photographer, and teaching artist. She received her B.A. triple major in theatre, dance, and education from St. Olaf College and her M.F.A. in acting from the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. Her passion for performance has taken her from Broadway to regional theatre, from film to television, and from country to country. She is best known for her multi-award-winning performance of the one woman play, “The Amish Project” (Off-Broadway and U.S. tour).

Katherine will discuss her career, inspirations, and dreams.