Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors

The board of directors is made up of volunteers, just like all other positions at the theatre. We are structured with a President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary, as core offices, with three to five Members at Large, the total board size is from 7 to 9. It takes a strong team to ensure our theatre lasts well into the future in an active and healthy state, and the participation of all who want to help make this happen is welcomed. Each person on the board has something different they bring to the table in terms of talent or skill, but the one thing they all have in common, is that they all love Theatre West. Each person on the board wants the very best for it and remain committed to that goal.

And certainly, one doesn’t need to be on the board to be useful. We always welcome suggestions or comments from anyone as to how we can make our theatre better. Please, if you have any ideas or concerns, reach out to us at: president@theatrewest.com

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    K. Athena Suckow

    President

    I’ve lived in Lincoln City for ten years with my two children. I came to Theatre West in 2022 as a theater mom when my eldest, Gavin, accepted a role on stage. I’ve since become an enthusiastic volunteer and supporter. I hold a bachelor’s degree English and Philosophy, professional certification as a massage therapist and a master’s degree in Library Science. I’m hoping my experiences and background along with my lifelong love of the performing arts will allow me to bring something useful to the board.

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    John Jeans

    Vice-President

    John has been active in our theatre for quite some time now, building sets and maintaining theatre property and we are excited to have him as a board member.

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    Dennis Civiello

    Treasurer

    Dennis has lived on the coast since 2003 and has been involved in several non-profit organizations as a dedicated volunteer and supporter. He started his volunteer efforts for Meals on Wheels, based at the LC Senior Center, and, more recently, his involvement with the Lincoln City Cultural Center since 2012. Dennis brings a level of experience that will assist our Theatre’s growth as it serves Lincoln City, the surrounding communities and our traveling guests.

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    Sergeant At Arms

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    Andrew Schmitz

    Artistic Director

    Andrew Has been involved in Theatre West for ten years and has done a bit of everything. This is his Directorial Debut, and he couldn’t be happier to be directing this particular play with this cast and crew who are working so hard. His recent acting credits include Dial M for Murder, Angel Street, and Arsenic and Old Lace, in which he played a writer, a cop, and a writing cop respectively. He enjoys many other arts, and recently has been cutting opals to then make into silver jewelry.

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    Tricia Chandler

    Member at Large

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    Gabby Torgersen

    Member at Large

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    Jim Haymes

    Member at Large

    Jim and his husband, Barry, have called the Oregon Coast home since 2022, after first falling in love with the area during their destination wedding at Heceta Head Lighthouse in 2019. They enjoy splitting their time between the Oregon Coast and Southern California.
    After more than 40 years in financial services, Jim recently retired and is looking forward to putting his experience and energy to work in support of the local community. He currently volunteers as an interpreter at the Oregon Coast Aquarium and at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter.
    Jim is excited to join the Theater West board and contribute his business and financial experience to help support the theater’s continued success and its important role in bringing live performance and community together.