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Taaj Bowers

MFA Acting Classical and Contemporary Text
Class of 2026

About

Taaj Bowers is a queer actress and filmmaker from New Jersey. She is interested in psychological storytelling, character-driven work, LGBTQIA+ stories, and exploring identity. Taaj holds a dual Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy. She carries a quiet love for the weird, the unique, and the unexpected moments where life feels slightly off center. Her work spans stage and screen as an actor, writer, and film maker. 

 

Bio

Height: 5’3

Playing Age Range: 18-35

Nationality: Black/African American

Visa Status: UK Work Visa Application in progress

Scholarships/Awards: RCS Scholarship

Skills

Accents: American (Standard)*, American (Midwest), American (Southern), American (California), RP

Languages: English, Spanish (beginner)

Dance: Contemporary Choreography, High-Hop Choreography

Movement: Ewan Downie and Anna Porubcansky (Company of Wolves), Viewpoints, Alexander Technique

Previous Training/Qualifications: Arts High School (Drama- Meisner Technique), UPAC- Stanislavski and Michael Chekhov Training, Sketch/Improv (The Pit, NYC), BA in Psychology- William Paterson University, BA in Philosophy- William Paterson University

Other: Yoga, Track & Field (distance), Swimming (freestyle), Rollerblading, Bike Riding, Hiking, Hula Hoop, Screenwriter (You Get Me, 2025), Voiceover, Driving License (USA), Directing, Devising, Hairstyling, Makeup Artistry

*Denotes high proficiency or native accent

Theatre Credits

Julius Caesar (scene sharing), (Shakespeare’s Globe)

King Lear, (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland)

Feelgood, (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland)

TV/Film Credits

You Know Who (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland – Emergence Festival)

Unicorn (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland – Emergence Festival)

You Get Me (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland – On the Verge Festival)

Babel, (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland – On the Verge Festival)

The Underground, (Amazon Prime)