What else does our founder do in the theatre community?
Ms. Julie is honored to be the Director for JCC Gallery Players regional premiere production of Intimate Apparel, by Lynn Nottage, coming in February 2023. It's Gallery Players 74th season! "It is such a joy to be able to bring this new classical piece of creative work to life here in Columbus. It is a beautiful story of love and perseverance." Ms. Julie
Ms. Julie reaches a dream of hers, Director of A Raisin in the Sun, by Lorraine Hansberry, for Actors' Theatre of Columbus coming in August 2023. "This timeless classic continues to speak to 'today' and I am honored to bring it to life for this new generation." Ms. Julie
Ms. Julie continues to teach theatre classes to youth in the 6th, 7th & 8th grades in the Columbus Public School system with CATCO is Kids! "It is my joy to bring this important art that will help them in all aspects of their lives in and out of school." Ms. Julie
"Playwriting Mentor for MadLab Theatre is one of the greatest theatre joys that I enjoy. I'm returning for the third year and am excited to read and mentor to the senior playwrights once again. MadLab has put together a great program that continues to bring the next generation of playwrights to the community." Ms. Julie
"Directing HOME by Samm-Art Williams has been an exciting journey with the cast members. The poetic rhythm of the dialogue combined with the body movements and character changes of the cast makes this play a challenge to both myself and the cast.
HOME a play worth seeing and sharing and an honor to bring to life." Ms. Julie
If you are an Artist in Central Ohio (Columbus Ohio & surrounding areas) and want to know about possible grant funding to help you with your artistic goals ask Ms. Julie about the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) Artists Grant.