As we celebrate lots of new things on the Live Arts Theatre horizon, we are highlighting various people who make up the village we like to call the Live Arts Theatre family. This series will focus on the many actors, directors, techies, stage hands, members, and even our regular theatre-goers who make Live Arts Theatre great.
Our first profile is Katie Bates.
Please introduce yourself:
My name is Katie Bates and I’m a volunteer, stage manager and actress at Live Arts Theatre.
How long have you been involved in theatre?
I’ve been involved with theatre since junior year in high school. So 18 years. Community theatre about 11 years.
What brought you to Live Arts?
I staged managed Whistle Down the Wind.
What is your favorite Live Arts show that you’ve worked on/seen? And Why?
That’s hard! I loved being onstage in It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Show because it’s my Mom’s favorite. Being in Much Ado About Nothing was so much fun too! Can’t choose, it’s a tie!
What do you love about Live Arts?
I love the community and acceptance. I love how it feels like one big family.
What are you looking forward to?
I’m looking forward to new opportunities and working on more shows with awesome people!