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Belén Tarifa
About Me
Belén Tarifa is a Singer/Actor/Mover primarily based in Washington D.C. while bouncing back and forth from NYC. She is a proud Boliviana who has been lucky to share her culture through her work. Her passion for music spans generations, whether she was listening to her mother sing at church or spending most afternoons with her Abuelo watching films. painting, and learning. Growing up with immigrant parents led to a passion for advocacy and a dedication to take up space and be the representation she wished to see.
While music and singing were always a part of her life, her love for theater came at a later age than most. Being in her first musical shortly before COVID hit, she took a leap of faith her junior year when she decided that performing was her true calling. Flash forward a few years later, and she's recently graduated
from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BFA in Musical Theater! Her current post-grad goals are to be involved in new works, continue to share her culture through the arts, and travel around the world as much as she can!
In her downtime, you'll find her trying to learn a new instrument or language, deciding she's the next beauty guru, and spending time with her friends or her tiny but mighty dogs!
Recent Work
Belén Tarifa recently made her debut at GALA Hispanic Theatre in the U.S. premiere of Érase una vez… ¡Y dos son tres! ("Once Upon a Time… And Two Are Three!"). This bilingual production, written by Dominican playwright Manuel Chapuseaux and directed by Esteban Marmolejo-Suárez. Brings captivating folktales from Latin America's rich cultural heritage to a new audience. The show beautifully blends stories from Spain, Africa, and Pre-Columbian America, celebrating the region's diverse history. The production has been warmly received for its ability to “effortlessly connect with audiences, delivering fun and thought-provoking tales that resonate long after the curtain falls.” DC Theater Arts. Belén is honored to be part of this remarkable production, which has earned a Helen Hayes recommendation, a recognition she feels reflects the hard work and passion of the entire cast and crew.
Contact Me
I would love to work with you! Get in touch with me directly by filling out the form below and I'll get back to you as soon as I can!
IG: @belen.tarifaa
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