Tierra Mai Burke

I am an actor and creative from Bowie, Maryland. I fell in love with theatre at Duke Ellington School of the Arts and trained for two years at The Theatre School at Depaul University.

 I was captivated by the collaborative, party vibes of the art scene in Chicago.  To be surrounded by young, lively,  unapologetic artists of color; It was a bold celebration of community voices without the fear of sacrificing  personality or professionalism.

 I brought that inspiration back home to connect passionate , local artists in a monthly Speakeasy; Open Mic, by Droom Theatre Company.

  I am beyond grateful to have been raised and highly influenced by the revolutionary artistic history of the DMV.  I strive to continue to nurture the creative legacy of our community.


"You weren't going to the theater to change the world, but you had a chance to affect the world, the thinking and the feelings of the world."

-James Earl Jones