Chalk Circle Collective is a nonprofit theatre production company
We start with the artist. We build our projects from the artist up, allowing these professionals to develop their craft in new ways and to grow their careers in San Diego theatre and beyond.
OUR MISSION
Chalk Circle Collective empowers artists to take ownership of the theatrical experience by providing a safe space to collaborate, to risk, and to innovate.
We unite artists with diverse audiences so our community can be seen, heard, and challenged together.
Chalk Circle Collective is committed to investing in the already thriving San Diego theatre community. We will continue our mission with the focus on local artists and audiences. Local artists will make up our Collective. They can take their new skills and funnel that talent right back into the city. We take pride in our city and the incredible artists, donors, and audiences alike.
We start with the artist
What does this mean? We are flipping the model! The traditional theatre model as we know it is built around creating a season of plays that artists can (hopefully) fit into. As a business model the artists are thought of last. So.. we are flipping that idea. The artist leads with what they feel passionate about and Chalk Circle Collective builds around that inspiration with innovation and collaboration.
Meet the Board
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Judy Garret
PRESIDENT
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Michael Cusimano
VICE PRESIDENT
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Ryan Haynes
TREASURER
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Kelsey Venter
SECRETARY
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Bill Garrett
BOARD MEMBER
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Nicole McCloud
BOARD MEMBER
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Wendy Nash
BOARD MEMBER
Equity. Diversity. Inclusion.
We are excited about establishing a diverse advisory board that will best define, elevate, and hold our collective accountable to evolving standards in DEI long-term. The board will be paired with an artists council to bring a new perspective in keeping with our artist-first mission, planned to launch in 2026. We are dedicated to a system designed for continuous improvement in recognition of DEI will have a lasting impact.