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Claire D. Kolheim

Birth Place: Miami, FL

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Born and raised in Miami, FL, to loving and supportive Haitian parents, Claire began performing from the tender age of... well, let's just say she was very, very young! Throughout grade school, high school, and college, she was always involved in music, dramatic arts, and other performing arts. However, it wasn't until 2007 when Claire's true calling, love, and passion for the arts drew her out from a thriving career in public education and into the spotlight.

After enrolling in the Boston Conservatory for Music, Claire's career took a fast ride upwards and continues to soar! This highly sought after performer has travelled throughout the United States and performed on various professional theatre stages througout the Midwest, New England, and most recently the South. In 2011, Claire was awarded the coveted Ostrander Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical for her performance as "Sarah" in RAGTIME. In 2012, Claire was awarded another Ostrander Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama for her performance as "Elizabeth" in IN THE NEXT ROOM... or the vibrator play.

Claire holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Florida A&M University and a Master of Arts degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix. She is also a member of Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority, and Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity for Women. Claire currently resides in Memphis, TN with her husband and pooch, Kingston "the King" Kolheim. Love to Foxy.

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CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025

The Circuit Playhouse will present Caroline, or Change, beginning in April at Playhouse on the Square. Created by Pulitzer Prize-winner Tony Kushner and Tony Award-winner Jeanine Tesori.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 17, 2025

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards; WAITRESS at Playhouse On the Square Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards; Playhouse On the Square Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards; WAITRESS at Playhouse On the Square Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Memphis Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Memphis Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: WAITRESS at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - Aug 27, 2024

Musical theatre is known for showcasing the extraordinary. From GYPSY to MOULIN ROUGE to an ogre named SHREK, the most unusual protagonists imaginable are what are on display. Phantoms, witches, cats and even puppets (AVENUE Q) are what audiences have come to expect. Musicals are built for “transportation.”
Playhouse on the Square Will Present the Regional Premiere of WAITRESS
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

WAITRESS will be performed at Playhouse on the Square starting August 15th, 2024. This musical, featuring music by Sara Bareilles, tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker.
COCO QUEENS Comes to TheatreWorks@TheSquare in July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

Playhouse on the Square will present Coco Queens, written by LaDarrion Williams, running July 12th – July 28th at TheatreWorks@TheSquare, Overton Square Performing Arts District, 2085 Monroe Ave., Memphis, TN 38104.
Review: YOUR ARMS TOO SHORT TO BOX WITH GOD at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - May 8, 2024

The recent college campus protests in America seem to have surprised and bewildered a lot of people around the world. Why do privileged students who can afford a college education risk being expelled or jailed over a conflict in Gaza? Graduations are currently being cancelled, people are being arrested and police with riot gear are on standby from New York to California. It’s almost unheard of.
Playhouse on the Square Presents the World Premiere of GREATER ILLINOIS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023

Discover the latest news from BroadwayWorld in the Greater Illinois Press Release. Stay updated on the latest entertainment happenings and events in the region.
CLYDE'S Takes The Circuit Playhouse Stage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2023

In this new comedy by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage, a truck-stop sandwich shop in Reading, PA becomes a place of employment and redemption for the formerly incarcerated kitchen staff.
Playhouse On The Square Announces National Playwriting Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2022

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Reading Series Sponsor Jeffrey Mayhew and Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, is proud to announce the staged readings for the 2022 NewWorks@TheWorks competition. Presented in-person and streaming live via Showtix4U.com, the four readings will take place on the Playhouse on the Square main stage, December 4th, 6th,11th, and 13th at 7:00 pm. 
Playhouse On The Square Announces National Playwriting Finalists
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2022

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Reading Series Sponsor Jeffrey Mayhew and Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, has announced the staged readings for the 2022 NewWorks@TheWorks competition.
The Circuit Playhouse Opens Season 54 With Riveting PASS/OVER
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2022

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with An Anonymous Company and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, is excited to present the Regional Premiere of PASS OVER by Antoinette Nwandu. Running September 16 – October 19, 2022 at The Circuit Playhouse.
RAGTIME to Close Out Theatre Memphis' Historic 100th Season
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2022

Ragtime, The Musical is the highlight of the end of the 100th anniversary season at Theatre Memphis in the Lohrey Theatre, June 3 - 26, 2022. Emotional and inspiring, the show is set at the dawn of a new era in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-20th-century New York. Everything is changing and anything is possible. Three distinctly American tales are woven together … a stifled upper-class wife, a determined Jewish immigrant and a daring young Harlem musician. United by their courage, compassion and belief, together they confront timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair … and what it means to live in America.
Peterborough Players Inaugurate New Outdoor Stage With BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2021

The sounds, sights, and moves of the powerhouse female vocalists of the 1960's will bring the Players' new outdoor Elsewhere Stage roaring to life in Beehive: The 60's Musical! 
Playhouse On The Square Has Plans For Your Valentine's Day
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2021

Playhouse on the Square, a 501 3(c) non-profit organization, has made Valentine's Day easy this year!  A $100 ticket package will include ONE bottle of Champagne, FOUR cupcakes from Macaronagerie Memphis, ONE $25 Gift Card to Pugh's Flowers, and of course, an hour long digital cabaret featuring musical theatre love songs performed by Playhouse on the Square Resident and Associate Company Members! Serenade your sweetie with music from Rent, Memphis, Hairspray, and more!
MAMMIA MIA! Set to Open Playhouse on the Square's 48th Season
by Nora Dominick - Jul 13, 2016

On August 12th, Playhouse on the Square's 48th season opens with the smash-hit musical Mamma Mia!

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