Z. Sterling Zensmeyer's early career was in theatrical and television productions which was interrupted by the AIDS epidemic. He is one of the two living members of the original Buddy Team formed in 1983 at Gay Men's Health Crisis. He established the first full-service HIV/AIDS residence in the Bronx and Harlem. He also spearheaded the development of the AIDS Day Treatment programs throughout New York City. He has a long history of LGBT political activism serving two terms as President of the New York City Stonewall Democrats. He is the Executive Producer of the award-winning film, Latter Day, and the acclaimed chamber opera, Fellow Travelers. He is currently Executive Director of the Center for Contemporary Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
