The Position:
The Position: In his position, Oliver is responsible for providing overall management of all functional areas of the organization in accordance with TPP’s Mission and Values. He supervises all of the staff and volunteers, and oversees all operational areas including production (artistic/education & design/technical), finance/administration, marketing/outreach, and fundraising/development. In his role, he collaborates deeply with the board of directors on a monthly basis to ensure the continued success of our organization.

The Person:
Oliver joined the Sioux Falls and TPP community in Season 19 when he served as guest director for the season finale Cabaret. He then assumed the role of Managing Artistic Director at the beginning of Season 20. He is a performing arts professional whose work has been seen in several states throughout the U.S. such as Arkansas, California, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, South Dakota, and Virginia. With a background in acting, directing, producing, movement choreography, writing, and teaching, his credits span various mediums including plays, musical theatre, new play development, cabaret, dinner theatre, new media, and print/video for theatrical marketing. A committed arts education advocate, he spent 5+ years working in non-profit performing arts education recruitment, enrollment, advising and retention. Oliver holds several honors in directing, including the Kennedy Center’s 2020 Stage Directors & Choreographers Society Fellowship. He is a scholarship alumnus of the Kennedy Center Directing Intensive and an associate member of the Stage Directors & Choreographers Society, the national union for professional stage directors and choreographers. Oliver holds an MFA in Theatre Directing from University of South Dakota and a BFA in Music Theatre from AMDA College of the Performing Arts. He lives in Sioux Falls with his dog, Sully, also known as TPP’s Manager of Morale. No, Oliver has never done a production of Oliver! but he definitely isn’t opposed to it.

The Departments:
Production (Artistic/Education), Production (Design/Technical), Finance/Administration, Marketing/Outreach, Fundraising/Development

The Position:
In her position, Alex is responsible for direct oversight of our mainstage productions and educational programs. She supervises our production and education guest artists/technicians and all of our production or education related volunteers to ensure our productions, camps, classes, festivals, and events operate successfully.

The Person:
Alex graduated in 2019 from The University of South Dakota with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a Minor in Dance. She has worked with multiple companies around the country, such as The Black Hills Playhouse, Bare Bodkins Theatre Company and Playwrights Horizons. Though performing is her nature, she now focuses her energy on bringing artistic visions to life on stage. If you are curious about how to get involved in our upcoming productions or education programs, please reach out to her!

The Departments:
Production (Artistic/Education), Production (Design/Technical)

The Position:
In his position, Pierce is responsible for the execution of scenic and technical elements for all of our programming, with a focus on carpentry and rigging, while providing operational coordination and oversight to all of TPP’s rented facilities as it relates to the successful operation, maintenance and builds or alterations of our programs and spaces.

The Person:
Pierce is particularly pleased to be placed in partnership with productions at The Premiere Playhouse. He is very excited to be part of this organization, and is eager to actively engage in this culture of Arts. His love of theatre and involvement in such began at an early age in this very city, and he is grateful for the opportunity for continued growth in such a talented, supportive, and collaborative community.

The Departments:
Production (Design/Technical)

The Position:
In her position, Amber is responsible for all items relating to administrative oversight, financial bookkeeping, office management, mass digital communications, advertising sales, donor database management, and executive assistance.

The Person:
Amber has a B.S. in Interior Design making her a true problem solver with a creative eye. With more than 5 years of business ownership in retail sales, and bookkeeping services she effortlessly handles the office, administrative and executive assistant tasks that pop up in her everyday work. She also loves meeting new people and sharing our nonprofit vision by heading the Production Collectibles table at each show.

The Departments:
Finance/Administration, Marketing/Outreach, Fundraising/Development

The Position:
In her position, Abby is responsible for supporting the coordination and execution of our mainstage productions, with a focus on leading stage properties and scenic painting efforts, as well as maintaining our educational programs, including our all abilities program, camps, classes, festivals, and events. In her role, she focuses on the student and volunteer experience, increasing TPP’s recruitment and retention efforts for all of our programming.

The Person:
Abby is a dedicated professional with over a decade of experience working with individuals of all ages and abilities. With a background in education, Abby has made a significant impact in the lives of countless children and adults through their expertise and passion for inclusive learning. Abby enjoys sharing her love of theatre with her husband (Casey) and two kids (Beckett and Penny).

The Departments:
Production (Artistic/Education), Production (Design/Technical)

The Position:
In her position, Brittney is responsible for the design, execution and supervision of all costuming, hair/wigs and makeup for all of our programming. She manages the costume shop operations as it relates to organization, maintenance, builds, rentals, guest artists, volunteers, and students. In her role, she also supports TPP’s marketing and fundraising efforts through assisting in the coordination of our digital marketing campaigns, photo/video shoots, grant writing applications, sponsorship requests, and community outreach events.

The Person:
Brittney is a graduate of USD, where she earned a BFA in Theatre (Design/Technology) with an emphasis in Costume Design and Construction, alongside minors in Art History and Spanish. Her work as a costume designer reflects a deep passion for blending historical aesthetics and artistic creativity, resulting in designs that not only captivate visually but also contribute to the broader narrative of the production. Brittney thrives on collaboration and innovation. She is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and educational environment, where she enjoys teaching others the skills needed to care for garments—both on and off the stage. She hopes to inspire an appreciation for the craftsmanship and care that go into every show. A few of her recent credits include Costume Designing Freaky Friday, HAIR, Oklahoma!, and The Little Mermaid at the Playhouse. 

The Departments:
Production (Design/Technical), Marketing/Outreach, Fundraising/Development

The Position:
In her position, Jill is responsible for the design, execution and supervision of all scenic and technical elements for all of our programming. She manages the scene shop operations as it relates to organization, maintenance, builds, rentals, guest artists, volunteers, and students. In her role, she works with our lighting and sound designers and engineers to successfully execute their visions within the confines of our organization’s available resources while working directly with our internal scenery staff, and skilled volunteers, to build and maintain the scenery for our productions.

The Departments:
Production (Design/Technical)

The Position:
In his position, Chris is responsible for the development and implementation of TPP’s website design and online presence, which encompasses branding and merchandise execution, graphic design, digital marketing implementation, program creation, maintaining and organizing office systems and photography/video production.

The Person:
Chris is a web developer, graphic designer, and author in Sioux Falls, SD. When he isn’t working he likes to read, write, play soccer, travel with his wife, Abby, and hang out with his two cats, Henry & Winston.

The Departments:
Marketing/Outreach, Fundraising/Development