Theatre Professional Advisory Board
Theatre UCF’s Professional Advisory Board is a volunteer committee comprised of Entertainment Industry professionals representing all aspects of theatrical work in the central Florida region including Walt Disney Entertainment, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, touring companies, private production companies and more. They are committed to helping our students move forward in their chosen careers after college life.
The board meets regularly to discuss opportunities to assist Theatre UCF in its mission of educating tomorrows Entertainment Industry professionals. They also conduct workshops throughout the year with students on topics such as networking, interview skills and presenting portfolios.
I.A.T.S.E.
Glenn Anderson
Sr. Designer and Design Manager
FX Design Group
Chris Brown
Art Bundey
Walt Disney World
Gene Columbus
Executive Director
Orlando Repertory Theatre
Max Croft
UCF Digital Media
Sheri Croft
Michael Fletcher
Sea World
Lawrence Haber
Entertainment Lawyer
Tim Hamilton
Jim Helsinger
Artistic Director
Orlando Shakespeare Theater
Professional Actor
Vicki Landon
Development Director Orlando Repertory Theatre
Ron Legler
Florida Theatrical Association
Jessica Leiby
Universal Studios Full-Time Scenic Painter
Robbi Lepre
Director of Theatrical Services
Busch Gardens Tampa
T.J. Mannarino
Director of Art & Design
Universal Orlando
Mack McLaughlin
CEO / Creative Director
FX Design Group
Ern Messina
Entertainment Manager (retired)
Walt Disney World
Lyle Moon
Universal Orlando
Mark Nichols
VP of Design & Development
GES
Candela Controls, Inc.
Guy Petty
Walt Disney World
Grace Richardson
Marc Rothschild
Walt Disney World
Rich Taylor
Art Thomas
Freelance Producer and Business Consultant
Jim Timon
Universal Orlando Resort
Dale Ward
Owner
Ward Entertainment Services
Alisa Schwartz Zinovoy
Event Producer