Meet Our Staff!
Kayla Algrim |
gregory bell |
barb dignan |
scenic designer,
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accountant,
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director, Costume Designer, Storybook Holiday writerBarb Dignan is a retired educator, having spent her last fifteen years of teaching at Highlands Ranch High School, where she was the theatre teacher and director. More recently, she has worked with Front Range Theatre Company for five years, directing Spamalot and Shrek.
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James Dykstra |
Ty Eatherton |
hollie haverkorn |
technical director | ParkerJames graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a BA in Theater Technology and Design, and went on to complete his MA in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Denver. Before entering into the field of education, James worked for a variety of theater companies including Denver Center Attractions, Triptych Theater, Inspire Creative and Colorado Thespians. As an educator, James has taught a myriad of courses ranging from technical theater to architectural drafting to photography. Currently he is a full time Photography teacher at Overland High School, and a theater manager at Grandview High School.
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Artistic DirectorGrowing up in Douglas County, Ty’s passion for theatre and education has been fostered with greats art programs, just like FRTC! He is an established teacher, educator, and director in the Colorado theatre scene including residencies at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Denver Center of Performing Arts. With a degree in Theatre Education from the University of Northern Colorado, Ty joined the FRTC staff in 2017 and has never looked back! Ty has instructed many different educational workshops and camps for students just entering the theatre season to seasoned pros. He currently serves on the Colorado Thespians Board of Directors. Ty strives to promote collaboration and creativity, and above all, push students to continually create and explore with the arts. When Ty isn’t directing, producing, or leading a silly warm-up, you can find him exploring the city with friends and family, skiing the slopes, and looking to crack the newest, funniest joke.
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FRTC Springs educational outreach coordinator, asst. page to stage coordinator |
jennie johnson |
laurilea mcdaniel |
beth noone |
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COMMUNITY + MEDIA MANAGERBeth has been a proud member of the Front Range Theatre community since 2016, starting as a camper and transitioning into a staff role in 2020. Apart from her passion for doing theatre, she also has a love for the world of advertising, media, and business. She graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder, and can’t wait to help further the company using all she has learned from her time there. Apart from her expertise in advertising and business, she also has a background in early childhood education. Beth cannot wait to help extend the reach of Front Range Theatre Company and introduce new students to this wonderful organization. While Beth loves the work she does for the company, she adores the staff and campers even more. When she isn’t working on things for Front Range you can probably find her reading a book, analyzing a television shows, or adding items to her shopping cart online to never buy them.
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Analiese SchulzkiDirector | Colorado SpringsAnaliese Schulzki is a seasoned director and drama teacher, currently lending her knowledge and experience to FRTC. With a passion for the performing arts, Analiese has quickly made her mark at FRTC, where she is in her second year as director. Simultaneously, she dedicates her time to nurturing the theatrical talents of students at Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy. She is always excited to work with students on their craft and building a life long relationship to theatre!
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kiera sweeneydirector, choreographer | parkerKiera was raised with a strong love and appreciation of the performing arts, starting at a very young age. She first started in dance classes at the age of three, and not soon after began performing in shows. Ever since, Kiera has loved to share her passion for theatre and dance with others; whether that was putting on shows in her basement with her cousins to now working professionally, as a theatre teacher, director, and choreographer. Kiera is a graduate of the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Theatre Education and a minor in Dance. Kiera has been working with FRTC since the beginning and, as one of the founding staff members, she cares deeply for this company and its community. When Kiera is not doing theatre, she is usually spending time with her family and friends or teaching Barre and Pilates fitness classes. Kiera also loves to travel, hike, bake, read, and play with her pups.
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Tracy TaylorMarketing Coordinator | Colorado SPRINGSBio coming soon!
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Raquel VasquezMusic Director | COLORADO SPRINGSRaquel Vasquez is a local choir teacher with a passion for performance. Growing up Vasquez performed extensively as a singer, actor, and stage manager. She received her undergraduate and masters degrees from The Colorado College. Ms. V has taught at Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy Middle School in Colorado Springs School District 11 for nine years. She has been music directing with Front Range Theatre Company: Colorado Springs since its inception in 2022. When asked for her favorite thing about FRTC Summer Programs, she says, “The students get a unique opportunity to grow in so many ways and in such a short time. It's an incredible transformation to be a part of.”
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red weiss
director, Stage manager | Parker
Red grew up in California and found a passion for theatre and performing at a very young age. Ever since elementary school, she has found any opportunity to be on a stage because of the amazing loving and welcoming theatre community. Her passion for theatre led her to pursue a Theatre Education degree at the University of Northern Colorado. Red is now teaching Theatre at Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School. Red Weiss is so thankful to be back working with Front Range Theatre Company doing what she loves with the best staff. She would like to thank her parents, grandparents, and Ben for their constant love and support.