Julie Danao-Salkin is a Broadway actress, musical theatre professor, and writer whose career has bridged the worlds of performance, education, and storytelling. She has appeared on Broadway in Rent, Miss Saigon, Saturday Night Fever, Lennon, and Aida. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to truth, heart, and the transformative power of art.
Beyond the stage, Julie has spent years mentoring and teaching as a musical theatre professor, helping young performers discover their voices, courage, and creative authenticity. Her approach to education mirrors her stage work, grounded in empathy, discipline, and the belief that storytelling can heal and inspire.
A proud Gen X artist with rock-and-roll roots, Julie now channels her creative spirit into writing about art, resilience, and reinvention. Through her blog Gen X Reflects, she explores the intersection of creativity, motherhood, and meaning in a changing world.
Julie is the mother of two extraordinary daughters. One is a rising young performer pursuing her dreams with passion and determination. The other is a gifted autistic teen whose courage and spirit inspire her daily. Their journeys continue to shape Julie’s reflections on love, advocacy, and the evolving art of being human.
Through her words, Julie reminds readers that freedom, imagination, and compassion are not stages we leave behind but lifelong acts of creation.
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