TES THEATRE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Assistant Theatre Support
Harriet Dykstra is a young performer, living, working, and playing on the traditional and unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh first nations. She is a performer new to the professional world but very excited to be working with youth through TES theatre. She has nine years of onstage and behind the scenes experience in the community with Windsor House Theatre and Sheep and Goats Productions. Harriet has worked in an education based retail environment and hopes to bring her experience from that to TES. Harriet believes strongly in being excited about everything she does and is looking forward to creating a safe and inclusive space for young performers from any background.
Isabella Halladay is a Vancouver based performer, working and playing on the the traditional and unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh first nations. She studied opera performance and received a Bachelor of Music from the University of British Columbia, while training in theatre in dance. She has performed in musicals, opera, and theatre in BC, New York, and Europe, as well as working as a choreographer and vocal coach. An interdisciplinary artist, Isabella is always thrilled to connect the worlds of opera, theatre, music, dance and physical storytelling. Isabella also teaches with Bard on the Beach, Vancouver Opera, Choral Stage, and throughout the community. She is thrilled to be supporting youth who are passionate about musical theatre through the TES Theatre program.
Meghan Carrico, founder of the TES Theatre, has over 30 years of experience in student-centred education, specializing in educational choices that emphasize family, connection and empowerment of children and young people. Previously the principal of Windsor House, a publicly funded democratic school, and now working as an educational consultant, she brings a unique insight into a diverse array of learning styles and educational partnerships. She believes students learn best when they are engaged via personal interests and passions, and is dedicated to connecting children and youth with the educational opportunities that enable them to thrive.
Stephanie Ondrack is delighted to support the TES Theatre Company in an administrative capacity. Former Box Office Manager for the Arts Club (and Stanley) Theatre Company, and ongoing Executive Director of the Childbearing Society, Stephanie brings experience with non-profit organizations, theatre administration, and educational programming. Parent to four alternatively educated children, including one graduate, one current participant, and one probable future student in the TES Theatre Company, Stephanie is glad to be part of such a dynamic and innovative program for youth.