Hi there! I'm Xan Mattek- hailing from Salina, Kansas (yes, the same one from Thoroughly Modern Millie). The pillars of peace, justice and community run deep in my blood having grown up as a Unitarian and deeply engaged with my town's community theatre. I graduated with a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre at Wichita State University with a full ride, where along with participating in theatre I explored a passion for community arts engagement learning to work closely with artists, musicians and audiences as well as performers.

        On to bluer waters I found Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have been continually inspired to engage with the arts scene. I am so interested by the little pockets and nooks and crannies of creativity that the Twin Cities reveal to me. Being

a well-rounded

creative person

is of the utmost

importance to me.

I believe that having an

informed, inclusive point of view is integral in being a performer and human being. Obvs I'd like for you to be able to get a clear picture of alllll that I encompass but I think we both know a website doesn't always cut it. It will tell you a bit about what I've been up to at this juncture of my creative career.