Directors

page3_1 Artistic Director - Rosina is the founder of Chequamegon Children's Theater, LTD. She and her husband Mike live in San Diego, CA with their daughter, Katie. Rosina was trained at the New College of Speech and Drama, London, England. She has over 25 years of acting experience and has been an actress and director in San Diego for the past 22 years. Some of her thoughts on CCT. "After 20 years of working with all these young people from all parts of the country that either live or come to vacation in the area, I am still thrilled each year, and constantly amazed by the talent and dedication."

Every year we all look forward to working with Rosie. She is an exceptional person who puts much time and effort into teaching the CCT children about theater.

Director - Richard graduated with honors from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and has acted in and produced plays on & off Broadway for 18 years. Since returning to Minneapolis, he has been involved in the children's theater. He and his wife, Julie Corty, enjoy spending time at their lake home in Cable. Richard says he is fortunate to have worked with some of the best talent ever assembled on any stage - 192 children & counting. Richard is the co-owner of The Dakota Jazz Club & Resturant in Minneapolis, one of the finest jazz clubs in the country. We are happy to have had Richard working with us for the past 17 years.

Managing Director/Costume Designer - Jeri lives in Drummond with her husband Jim, our Set Designer. She has been with CCT since 1988. "This year has been especially trying because of conflicts for all of us." She told Rosie during a telephone conversation that she couldn't imagine a summer without CCT. She is so glad they were able to work things out. Jeri's upholstery business, Evergreen Upholstering & Stitching, takes a back seat during the three weeks of rehearsals. We are happy to have had Jeri for 19 wonderful years.

Becky has a Bachelor of Music Degree with a major in organ performance from the University of Mankato, MN. Presently, she is the music director at First Lutheran Church in Hayward, which includes organism and choir director, as well as playing for weddings and funerals.

Becky also is the accompanist for the Hayward High School treble & mixed choirs, the middle school 6th, 7th & 8th grade choirs and the Solos & Ensemble students.

Before moving to Hayward, she played piano and keyboard for the Minnesota Festival Theater's performance of "West Side Story" and the Albert Lea (MN) Community Theater's production of "Man from La Mancha". Since coming to Hayward, she has played for CHARAC production of "Annie" and incidental music for "Twain by the Tale", and the Hayward High School productions of "Hello Dolly" and "Anything Goes".

Laura Berlage is a senior at Vermont College of Union Institute and University, majoring in creative writing and performing arts. This is her third year with CCT, and she is excited to be serving as co-musical director for "Oliver!" - a musical full of lively characters, catchy songs, and British accents. A professional singer, classical guitarist, and player of other traditional instruments, Laura recently released her debut CD, “Legends of the Troubadours,” featuring medieval and Renaissance music—in the spirit of which she is currently writing a musical production. Laura has also worked with Carol Martin of Theatre Connections, Jim Imse of Serendipity Productions, and Nancy Erickson-Dutmer of Red Barn Theatre. She lives in the Hayward area on her family's homestead farm, where she enjoys gardening, tending her chickens, and being out in nature.

Set Designer/Props - Jim became our set designer 11 years ago, but his involvement with CCT began during it's second year. He lives in Drummond with his wife Jeri, our Managing Director; where he owns and operates a custom cabinet shop, The Wood Chipper. He enjoys the challenge each new play brings. We thank him greatly for his past 19 years of wonderful work and detail to out sets.

Administrative Assistant - Tammy is the daughter of Jeri, Managing Director and Jim, our Set Designer. She lives in Cable with her husband, Travis, and 4 year old son Cody. Tammy says she loves everything about CCT, the chaos it brings and the anticipation before each performance. She has been with CCT since it's second year, first as an actor, then helping with publicity and programs. We hope she sets the stage for others who start out acting and then wish to continue to help CCT bring fun to children in the area. We are happy to have had her for the past 19 years.

Rosina Reynolds, Richard Ericson, Jeri Overman, Kathy Lang, Janet Jenkins, Bev Dahl

Chequamegon Children's Theater

Rosina Reynolds

Richard Erickson

Jeri Overman

Becky Iverson

Laura Berlage

Jim Overman

Tammy Roberts

Chequamegon Children's Theater Board of Directors