Samantha Byam, a native of Harlem, New York, has been a passionate storyteller since her early adolescence. With a deep commitment to faith-based but realistic storytelling, she has written and produced over ten original stage plays, including The Perfect Christian, Test N’ Money, Dear Diary, Black Lives Matter, Will I Ever Get Married?, Home for the Holidays: The Storm and latest play The Bachelor Pad. Her creative portfolio also includes numerous skits and short films that reflect her dedication to impactful, purpose-driven narratives. Samantha remains focused on fulfilling God’s will through her work, using theater as a powerful tool to inspire, uplift, and motivate people..

Favorite films:

Titanic, The Notebook, Jurassic Park Franchise, Pirates of the Caribbean, Juice, Love & Basketball, Set it off, The Wood, Home Alone ( Lost in New York), Black Panther

Favorite Television Shows

Breaking Bad, Walking Dead, The Cosby Show, A Different World, Girlfriends, Gilmore Girls

Favorite Directors:

James Cameron, Steven Spielberg, Tyler Perry, David E. Talbert, JeCaryous Johnson, Ryan Coogler

Favorite Storytellers:

Mara Brock Akil, Issa Rae, Gina Prince Bythewood, James Cameron, Steven Spielberg, Ryan Coogler