Staff & Leadership

Executive Leadership

Christian Ryan

Artistic Director

Christian has been working at The Media Theatre since 2017.He is elated to now lead the artistic ventures here, championing projects, people and productions who bring the creative world together in providing high quality, relatable theatre & entertainment. Helming both the Broadway Series and Youth Ensemble programs, Christian fosters an environment to create accessible and exceptional productions that excel and ignite the passion for the arts in new and familiar audiences.

Christian began his career by earning a BFA from Clarion University. He has worked in theatrical production throughout the tri-state area and across the country in various production capacities for over ten years. Upon beginning at The Media Theatre, Christian refreshed the Children’s Series program and built upon the Education department, increasing interest and offering new paths for young artists to hone their craft.

Management & Staff

Ben Kapilow

Resident Music Director

Michael Shelkin

House Manager

Lee Longenberger

Technical Director

Production

Brendan Hendrickson

Primary Carpenter

Mary Kate Foley

Education Director

Carl Park

Head of Sound

Sam Wall

Primary Electrician

Ethan Walker

Box Office & Group Sales

Jennie Dillon

Social Media Marketing

Seana Benz

Wardrobe Supervisor

Drew Gerace

Properties