31 May Telluride Theatre: Ryan Heidenreich is new ED; Kevin Douglas is Operations Manager!
Telluride Theatre is thrilled to announce the hiring of local Ryan Heidenreich as the organization’s new Executive Director. In addition, a new position has been created and Kevin Douglas is the non-profit’s Operations Manager. Sasha Cucciniello continues as Artistic Director.
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Kevin Dougla. Operations Manager; Ryan Heidenreich, new Executive Director
Heidenreich joins the Telluride Theatre staff after six years as Food and Beverage Manager of the New Sheridan Chop House. Ryan has been on stage with Telluride Theatre in numerous productions (SUSAN & KEVIN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY, YACHT ROCKIN’, PREP SCHOOL MUSICAL) and has an extensive managerial, business and theatre background.
“Our Executive Director search had incredible candidates from around the country, but with Ryan’s passion for theatre & Telluride, coupled with his professionalism and work ethic… we knew he was the right person to take on this role. He is a true leader, and we are so grateful to have him on the team,” states Sasha.
Ryan will be leading the company and staff, as well as fundraising. He brings creativity and management skills to the position and plans on enhancing Telluride Theatre by identifying and pursuing new options.
“I have always wanted to work in the performing arts and feel blessed to have this opportunity to work with what is already a stellar company. Theatre is my true passion in life and with my management and leadership experience I hope to bring new ideas and consistency to everything we do. Work is now fun!”
Kevin Douglas hails from Denver, CO where he co-founded an award-winning theatre company, Two Cent Lion. His new role of Operations Manager brings him to Telluride as a full-time resident, and he has been immersing himself in the community and all it has to offer.
“When we interviewed Kevin it just clicked: his passion for theatre, organization, and his dream of moving to Telluride… it all just made sense,” Sasha said. “Telluride Theatre is dedicated to building community, and Kevin fits right into that.”
“I’ve visited Telluride to camp, and I’ve worked for Film Fest – but I never thought I’d have the opportunity to live here year-round… let alone working my dream job!” Kevin exclaimed. “As soon as I discovered Telluride Theatre, I knew their mission and community were a perfect fit for me. I moved out here as quickly as I could – from the interview to the move, I think I packed up my life in less than two months.”
You can see Kevin on the stage this summer as Proteus in Telluride Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park production of THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA.
Telluride Theatre produces year-round theatrical entertainment. A community-driven non-profit, its mission is to bring people together and create spaces for connection, thought, and fun. As an educational theatre, Telluride Theatre welcomes anyone and everyone on their stage and in their audience.
Interested in getting involved or donating to Telluride Theatre? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Ryan at ryan@telluridetheatre.org.
Ryan & Kevin, more:
Ryan has been a student of theatre his entire life, including studying Musical Theatre and Dance at the University of Northern Colorado. He worked as an actor in New York City for seven years before returning to his home state of Colorado.
Kevin has been writing, performing and sound designing since he was 13 years old. He spent a year in London studying film production, but has otherwise spent his life immersed in Colorado’s vibrant theatre and film communities.
About Telluride Theatre:
Telluride Theatre is committed to advancing the performing arts in our region through innovative productions, education programs and community involvement. The nonprofit creates theatre that lives in moments of truthful human connection, promotes joyful celebration and is an open dialogue, accessible to all audiences.
Learn more at telluridetheatre.org.
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