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Welcome to the community!

Here at Imagine, we are passionate about Theatre For All. 

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Our Story

Our Vision

A cast of over 40 students was performing the beloved musical Shrek when the pandemic abruptly halted their production after opening weekend. Weeks later, they learned that the place where they had built their community would be closing permanently. In those first months following March 2020, this news was truly heartbreaking.

 

Determined to create theatrical opportunities for youth in Clackamas County, a group of Parents, Teaching Artists, and Donors got together - virtually of course :) After a few months of research, and a few community town-halls, Imagine Theatre was born.


Imagine Theatre has always been about creating opportunities, developing youth, and fostering community.

We have always done this with a heart for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We strive to be built for community by community.

We believe that theatre is for everyone.

Theatre For All

Our Mission

We are a community-driven, Christ-centered organization that focuses on fostering inclusion and empowering youth & families through the theatre arts.

Our Values

  • Community - Fostering a sense of belonging among youth, families, and patrons.

  • Education - Providing opportunities for learning, growth, and development in all aspects of theatre arts.

  • Inclusivity -  Boldly creating space for all identities, faiths, and experiences.​

  • Excellence - Holding our self, and Imagine community, to high standards on stage and off.

Statement Regarding Faith 

Being of faith is not a requirement for participation in Imagine Theatre programming. Additionally, Imagine Theatre does not teach or require students to learn any faith aspects. Imagine Theatre aims to foster an intentional community that honors all people by holding space for youth and families from all walks of life including faith. More specifically Imagine strives to create a space where students of faith, and those not of faith, value being in community together and honor each other. Imagine fosters this by utilizing a variety of secular and non-secular venues for rehearsal and by selecting shows that explore a wide variety of values. Imagine takes great pride in the diverse support it receives from a multitude of organizations, communities, and businesses.

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Meet The Team

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Alec Martinez

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Alec Martinez is loves all things music, theater, and spreadsheets. Alec has a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and his Master of Education from Portland State Univeristy plus years of theatrical experience on stage and backstage. Alec most enjoys spending time with his daugther Lucy, wife Tiffany, their dog Winston and their cat Meredith. 

What I Do For Imagine

Alec oversees all programs, departments, and directly manages the administrative fuctnions of the organization.

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Shanae Tullis

MainStage Artistic Manager

Shanae Tullis fell in love with theatre at the age of 5 while performing in a production of Pinocchio. She went on to earn a double AA in Technical Theatre & Theatre Arts, followed by a BA in Theatre with an emphasis in directing and a minor in music. She has been teaching and performing in the Portland metro area since 2013 and also volunteers as Music Director and Coordinator at her church. Shanae is looking forward to building a strong relationship with Imagine Theatre! 

What I Do For Imagine

Shanae directly manages Imagine's MainStage Program. This includes selecting shows, supervising artistic teams, and more!

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Louis Kruse

Education Manager

Louis has eight years of experience in extra curricular theatre education, specializing in classes that develop character through scene and song study. In that 8 years has taken on varying roles including director, stage manager, music director, production manager and vocal coach. With this background comes from a decades long love of musical theatre that went on to earn a BFA in Performing Arts from AMDA College of the Performing Arts in 2016, and continue to work in performing as a stand up and an actor in the PNW market.

What I Do For Imagine

Louis directly manages and oversees Imagine's Education Program. This includes the Classes, Workshops, Thepsian Troupe, and more!

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Lauren Pickthorn

Studio Artistic Manager & Co-Founder

Lauren Pickthorn is a Portland area native with a theater degree for Portland State University. As one of the original co-founders of Imagine Theatre, she has been part of this organization since before day one. She has been seen around Imagine as one of the executive directors, a scenic designer, a teaching artist, a show mom, a director, an avid fan of Imagine students, and now the Artistic Manager of the Studio at the Grange. In her spare time, you can find her performing around the Portland area, reading Shakespeare, and spending time with her family. 

What I Do For Imagine

Lauren directly manages Imagine's Studio @ Grange St. Program. This includes selecting shows, supervising artistic teams, and more!

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Kim Wallace

MainStage Production Coordinator

Kim has been an educator in the Portland area for over 20 years. She has taken her love of working with kids and their families and combined it with her own family's love for theater and found a home at Imagine. Her kids have been involved in youth and community theater for 12+ years and during that time, Kim worked on every committee imaginable to help bring shows to life. Although her kids have graduated and moved on from performing with Imagine, Kim still wanted to stay connected to the people and help Imagine thrive. 

What I Do For Imagine

Kim manages the day-to-day aspects of the MainStage Program. This includes supervising show committees, providing assistance to Artistic Teams, supporting students, etc.

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Kelsey Wallace

Studio Production Coordinator

Kelsey is a recent graduate of Western Oregon University with a BFA in theatre education. She has been part of the Imagine family since the very start! Kelsey grew up doing children's theatre and is so excited to continue sharing her love of the stage.

What I Do For Imagine

Kelsey manages the day-to-day aspects of the Studio Program. This includes supervising show committees, providing assistance to Artistic Teams, supporting students, etc.

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Angeline Hill

Sponsors & Special Events Coordinator

Angeline is thrilled to join the Imagine community as the Fundraising and Special Events Coordinator. Previously serving as a North Clackamas SD Budget Committee Member, HVE PTO President, and HVE Auction Coordinator, Angeline has experience in large scale event planning and fundraising. Angeline's love for volunteering and fundraising runs deep and started when she was in college, working with her philanthropic sorority as both Treasurer and Vice President. She has hosted events large in scale, as well as more intimate events. Angeline's ideal event is one that leaves the attendees feeling excited for the next time we can all gather together. Angeline shares her son's love for community theatre and cannot wait to see where we grow together!

What I Do For Imagine

Angeline oversees and manages Imagine's annual gala, and coordinates the procurement and retention of Show Sponsors for all productions. 

Community Catalyst Team

The members of the Community Catalyst team are volunteers who go above and beyond by filling critical roles that support the growth and sucsess of the organization and community. 

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Ann McCarville

Sponsors & Special Events Assistant

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Shelbi Sherman

Grant Coordinator

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Katie Haywood

Costumes Coordinator

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Kyle Chard

Sets & Props Coordinator

Board of Directors

Dave Barnhart

Board Chair

Shelbi Sherman

Member-at-Large

Rayma Barnhart

Member-at-Large

Jada Edmunson

Treasurer

Katie Haywood

Member-at-Large

Bethany Lujan

Member-at-Large

Michelle Chard

Secretary

Mindy Burel

Member-at-Large

Kelsey Wallace

Alumni Representative

Alec Martinez

Executive Director

Kim Wallace

Member-at-Large

Natalee Boyd

Student Representative

Tammy Perkins

Member-at-Large

Join Our Team!

We are always looking for amazing people!

Join us as a Teaching Artist or Artistic Team Member!

Each session our Staff looks for Teaching Artists for our 8-week session of classes, and for Artistic Team Members to fill the roles of Director, Music Director, and Choreographer for our shows. If you have experience in theater, love educating students and believe in the work Imagine does, please fill out our application form below. 

Questions? office@imaginetheatre.org

​​Join us as a Volunteer!

​Interested in helping with classes, shows, operations, or marketing? Maybe you have a special skill you would like to offer? Or maybe you want to offer your time? Click below to email our office!

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