Fun Facts

• Ostrander Judge for over 10 years
• ​Theatre degree from Rhodes
• High school theatre teacher for 10 years

What is your background?
​I have been involved in theatre for over 35 years. I majored in theatre at Rhodes college and have acted, directed, stage managed, designed sets and lighting, technically directed, produced, and stage managed. I currently teach theatre at the high school level.
What do you love most about serving as an Ostrander judge?
I love seeing the variety of shows and watching the Memphis theatre scene grow, develop, and become stronger. Since I teach at the high school level, it helps me stay hooked into theatre at the community and city level. 
What do you hope for the future of the Ostranders?
That it continues to grow and continues to be a welcoming, supportive, vibrant place to create stories that resonate and inspire. We have something very special in this town.
Anything else you want to tell us?
A great deal of work goes into the entire Ostrander process, especially from Elizabeth Perkins and Annie Kistenmacher. We all serve because we love theatre.