Sharon Nyree Williams

Sharon Nyree Williams is a storyteller and arts administrator. Originally from Fayetteville, NC. Sharon has been writing and developing her stories in Seattle, WA for over 15 years. She is the Executive Director for the Central District Forum for Arts and Ideas. Sharon is purposeful in sharing stories about her imperfections in hopes that she can change the world one story at a time. She’s passionate about sharing her truth as it relates to family, religion, depression, being Black in America to name a few of her storylines. She hopes her stories will act as a bridge in bringing communities closer together. Sharon has had the privilege to perform throughout the United States and in Rwanda. Dare to Claim the Sky is her third solo performance, she has a book of the same name, and three poetry plus storytelling albums Humanity, Consciousness of Love, and SHOOK (2020 release).