Premier Theatre & Arts Education
Charm City Players is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, founded in 2011 to provide year-round, professional-caliber children’s theatre and high-quality arts education to the greater Baltimore community.
Guided by Christina Zulauf, a theatre professional with over 30 years of experience in performance, direction, and arts education, Charm City Players has grown into a cornerstone of the region’s performing arts scene.
Decades of Theatre Experience
Our team’s extensive background in professional theatre management includes:
Christina Zulauf
Christina Zulauf is an accomplished performing artist, arts educator, and passionate advocate for the performing arts. After founding Charm City Players in 2011, she has transformed the organization into one of the largest providers of arts education in the DMV region, touching the lives of thousands of aspiring performers.
A distinguished graduate of Towson University with classical soprano training from the prestigious Peabody Institute, Christina brings exceptional talent and visionary leadership to every production and educational initiative.
Her celebrated performance credits include memorable roles such as Mother in A Christmas Story the Musical, Grace Farrell in Annie, Nancy in Oliver, and Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy in Shrek the Musical, showcasing her remarkable versatility and artistic range.
Beyond the stage, Christina has established herself as a recognizable talent in commercial media, appearing as the face of several high-profile advertising campaigns throughout the DMV region.
While her artistic accomplishments are numerous, Christina's favorite role is mother to her son Parker, a joy that inspires her work both on and off the stage.
Through her dedication to artistic excellence and community engagement, Christina continues to inspire the next generation of performers while elevating the cultural landscape of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area.