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Dear Friends and Theatre Lovers,
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Cookeville Theatre Company’s brand-new Front Row Center Newsletter! As our valued members and supporters, we want you to have the best seat in the house—front row center—where all the magic happens.
Why “Front Row Center,” you ask? Because that’s exactly where we want you for every show, every workshop, and every moment we share in our journey to become the premier community theatre in middle Tennessee. Being front and center means you’re always in the know about what’s happening on our stage and behind the scenes. From upcoming performances and exciting new workshops to special events and volunteer opportunities, you’ll get it all, first-hand.
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Our newsletter will not only
keep you informed, but also
give you a glimpse into the
heart of CTC: the passion, the
creativity, and the people that
make our theatre come alive.
With each edition, you’ll see
how we’re working to make
Cookeville Theatre Company a
vibrant hub for creativity,
connection, and community.
So, grab your seat—front row center— and let’s keep building this wonderful theatre family together. We can’t wait to share all the amazing things we’ve got in store!
With warmest
regards,
Kathleen
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Join Our Team! CTC Board of Directors
Treasurer Position Open
Do you love community theatre and have a knack for numbers? We’d love for you to join the Cookeville Theatre Company as our next Treasurer! This critical role helps keep our theatre running smoothly by managing budgets, handling monthly financial reports, and ensuring we're in great shape to continue bringing fantastic performances to Cookeville.
Don’t worry if you’ve never served
on a board before—what matters
most is your passion for what we
do and your desire to help behind
the scenes. If you’re organized,
detail-oriented, and enjoy being
part of something creative, this is a
perfect fit!
Come be a part of CTC’s future!
Ready to learn more? Reach out—
we’d love to chat with you!
EXPRESS INTEREST HERE
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The Development Director
The Development Director is the key player behind our fundraising efforts, helping ensure we continue to thrive and grow. This role is about building relationships, securing sponsorships, and leading fundraising campaigns. You'll also manage grant writing and ad sales.
The Development Director works closely with our Board and Managing/Artistic Director to hit fundraising goals and will team up with a professional fundraiser to boost our efforts.
The Development Director also works on creating fundraising events to support the theatre, and they work on identifying donors and sponsors.
The Development Director also works with a professional fundraiser to tackle bigger initiatives.
It's a hands-on, rewarding role that supports the theatre and community!
EXPRESS INTEREST HERE
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Box Office Manager
Do you love the arts and have a
knack for organization? Cookeville
Theatre Company is looking for a
Box Office Manager to oversee all
things ticketing, from managing
sales to keeping track of patron
information and ensuring smooth
day-to-day operations. This role is
perfect for someone who’s
passionate about providing great
customer service and wants to help enhance our patrons' experience
If you’re organized, great with
people, and excited about
supporting CTC’s mission, we’d love to hear from you! Plus, you’ll get to be part of an amazing team, helping to bring the arts to life in our community.
EXPRESS INTEREST HERE
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Meet the
Board of Directors
Kathleen Whalen Gilpatrick
President/Artistic Director
Kathleencooketheatreco@gmail.com
Renee Craig
Vice President
reneecooketheatreco@gmail.com
Austin Hickey
Recording Secretary
austincooketheatreco@gmail.com
Jacob Hunkins
Technical Director
Jacobcooketheatreco@gmail.com
Dina Smith
Marketing/Communications
dinacooketheatreco@gmail.com
Erik Cremeans
Volunteer Director
erikcooketheatreco@gmail.com
Joyce Tatum
Community Outreach
joycecooketheatreco@gmail.com
Celia Couture
Advisor To the Board
celiacooketheatreco@gmail.com
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Join The Membership
Committee
Help Us Shape the Future of CTC
Membership!
Hey, CTC friends! We’re excited to
start a Membership Committee,
and we need your ideas and
energy to help us create
something special.
What should
membership at Cookeville
Theatre Company look like?
What benefits would YOU love to see? Discounts on tickets? Members-only events? Maybe some behind-the-scenes sneak peeks?
We’re looking for folks who want to roll up their sleeves, share ideas, and help make CTC membership something that genuinely adds value to our theatre-loving community.
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Whether you’re a longtime
supporter or new to the stage,
we’d love to have you join us!
Ready to help make CTC even
more special? Drop us a line
and let’s chat about how we
can make membership fun and
rewarding for everyone!
VOLUNTEER HERE
Join the CTC Marketing &
Communication Team!
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Love writing, photography,
social media or graphic design?
We’re looking for volunteers to
help with the Marketing &
Communication team at
Cookeville Theatre Company!
Whether you're into creating fun
Facebook posts, snapping photos
at events, designing a show
programs, or even managing our
website, there’s a spot for you!
What You Can Help With:
Graphic Design: Create posters,
programs, and social media
visuals. (More)
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Social Media: Post on
Facebook, Instagram, and more
to spread the word about our
shows.
Photography: Capture the magic
behind the scenes and on stage.
Email Newsletters: Help keep our
audience in the loop with upcoming
events.
Website Updates: Keep our site
fresh with the latest info.
Event Promotion: Help spread the
word about our workshops and
productions.
Why Volunteer?
Flexible: Help out when you can—
remote opportunities are available.
Creative: Use your skills or learn
something new in a fun, supportive
environment.
Community Impact: Your work
helps bring theatre magic to our
community!
VOLUNTEER HERE
Volunteer Here
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So You Want to be a
Producer?
Ever wondered what it takes to
produce a successful theatre
production? This workshop will
guide you through every stage,
from the first creative spark to
the final curtain call.
You’ll dive deep into scheduling,
budgets, and assembling the
right team—including directors,
designers, and stage managers—
while mastering the intricacies of
musical theatre. Whether you're
just starting or looking to refine
your skills, this workshop covers
it all, from pre-auditions to
production parties. Join us for a
behind-the-scenes journey into
the world of producing!
EXPRESS INTEREST HERE
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Stage Management
Workshop
January 18th & 19th, Peachtree Learning Center
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🎭 Get Ready for Action: Cookeville
Theatre Company’s Stage
Management Workshop! 🎭
Calling all theatre lovers! 🎉
Whether you dream of calling the
shots backstage or just want to
know how all the magic happens
behind the scenes, this is the
workshop for you!
This isn’t your average class—
you’ll dive right in and learn by
doing! We’re talking real-world,
practical skills that will take you
from the chaos of auditions to
the thrill of opening night!
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Here’s what you can expect:
🎟 Be the Boss of the Backstage:
You’ll learn how to manage
everything from cast to crew,
and keep the show running like a
well-oiled machine.
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🎟 Live the Drama: You’ll get to
call a show just like a pro! Feel the
adrenaline as you coordinate
cues, lights, and sound—timing is
everything! ⏰
🎟 Make It Official: You’ll create
real production paperwork—
scripts, cue sheets, rehearsal
schedules—you name it! It’s all
about getting hands-on with what
stage managers do.
This isn’t just a class, it’s an
interactive adventure where
you’ll meet others who share
your passion for theatre, get your
hands dirty with real-world tasks,
and walk away feeling like you
can run any show.
Workshop Instructor
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Show News
Company Presents...
THAT WOMAN - THE MONOLOGUE SHOW - Full Length Production
co-created by Molly Breen, Angela Gimlin
March 29, 2025, 7:30 PM
Wesley Chapel Theater
The production is a series of
stories imagined from the
perspectives of women involved
with President John F. Kennedy --
stories that in the past have often
been dismissed or deliberately
silenced.
“It's a must-see production for
anyone who supports and
appreciates original theater as
well as anyone with a genuine
interest in some forgotten or
unknown events in recent
American history. Moreover, That
Woman should be required
viewing for anyone eager to
witness frank and personal
Cookeville Theatre
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interpretations of the women whose lives are connected because of their relationships with the President whose life was ended tragically and abruptly on November 22, 1963.” Jef Ellis, BroadwayWorld Nashville Put the date on your Calendar! You don’t want to miss this show! | |
We appreciate your
consideration in supporting
Cookeville Theatre Company.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization, your donation is
tax-deductible. Your support
helps us continue providing
quality performing arts and
educational experiences to our
community. Thank you for your
generosity.
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