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