CREW WHO'S WHO

Claire is a local performer and director here in the 316. She directed The Wedding Singer and performed onstage as Morticia Addams in The Addams Family at the Crown Arts Collaborative. She is honored to give back to the life-changing, MTYP organization and pass on the joy of creating a story together. Thank you for supporting local art and enjoy the show!

Ryan first caught the theatre bug at MTYP and is thrilled to be back! He's had the privilege of performing nationwide from Florida to Alaska, including with MTWichita and Princess Cruises. Thanks to Josh, Brian, Claire, Kristin, Chelsey, and all of the performers & parents who brought Seuss to life!

Kristin is the Middle/High School Vocal and Musical Director at Douglass High School. She conducts the Delano Chamber Choir and the Hillside Christian Church Chancel Choir. Kristin has been a private National Teachers of Singing voice teacher for the past 27 years. Thanks to all who have given her this opportunity. Thanks to Dan, Caitlin, and Max for their support!

Ben has worked on 23 Seasons of Productions with MTWichita. Some of Ben’s national credits include Programmer for the Titanic National Tour and Lighting Designer for Rob Thomas. Ben runs a Disney Travel business connecting people with their Dream vacation. He would like to thank his loving wife Emily, and their two daughters Hope and Ellie for all their support.

Jacob became an official staff member in 2019, but has worked in the costume shop as a stitcher since 2015 and has been part of the rentals team since 2016. Jacob enjoys immaculately clean costumes that are impeccably constructed. A Wichita native, he is passionate about art in all its forms and is proud to contribute to Wichita’s vibrant arts scene.