Raphaelle Ziemba

Background

About Raphaelle Ziemba

Ziemba's journey from her roots in Oak Park, IL, to her current position in the vibrant arts community of Los Angeles, reflects her unwavering dedication to the arts, community engagement, and creative education. With a background deeply rooted in dance, cultivated from her formative years at the Academy of Movement and Music and Interlochen Arts Academy, to SUNY Purchase and The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, her trajectory embodies a commitment to artistic expression, community engagement, and arts advocacy.Her extensive experience traverses various roles, from performer and choreographer to managerial positions, showcasing her versatility and leadership acumen. Her tenure as Managing Director at Heidi Duckler Dance (HDD) and her role as a Co-Founder of the Los Angeles Dance Workers Coalition (LADWC) highlight her ability to foster community engagement through innovative performances and multidisciplinary events. Notable examples include HDD’s Ebb & Flow Festival and the LA Department of Cultural Affairs Dance in the Districts initiative, which underscore her adeptness in forging partnerships and managing complex logistics.Ziemba's passion for community enrichment and advocacy for arts education is further demonstrated by her involvement in initiatives such as HDD's artist-in-residence program at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Medical Campus, where she collaborated with diverse stakeholders to promote the transformative power of the arts in health and wellness.Her journey of self-awareness and commitment to continuous improvement, evidenced by her participation in programs like Coro Women in Leadership, reflects her dedication to evolving as a leader and making a lasting impact on communities through the arts. Ziemba's overarching goal is to contribute to the cultural landscape of Los Angeles through event production, strategic planning, and community engagement, championing access, equity, and inclusion in the arts to enrich the lives of Angelenos through cultural initiatives.