Welcome to the Goodman!
It’s with joy and excitement that I welcome you to Inherit the Wind and our 2024/2025 Season, my first as Executive Director. Though new in this role, my career with the Goodman spans almost 25 years, beginning with an internship in the administrative offices of the “old” Goodman Theatre on Columbus Drive. But my connection here began long before: I was one of the generations of young people whose first introduction to theater was A Christmas Carol at the Goodman. And in the subsequent years, it was this theater that introduced me to Arthur Miller, August Wilson, William Shakespeare and so many others.
As I step into this role, I reflect on the long connection that I have to this theater knowing that it’s had a similar impact on so many. For nearly 100 years, the Goodman has been Chicago’s flagship theater—serving to entertain, enlighten and inspire generations of theatergoers. Our productions and programs help us process the world around us, serving as both a reflection of ourselves and a window into others. We do this through award-winning work on stage and nationally recognized educational programs—and this season’s offerings are no different. In continuing this great tradition, we invite all to come together and take a moment to laugh, think, consider and dream.
While I take stock of our past, I look to our future. I’m grateful for the amazing people that make up the Goodman—a collection of world-class artists, technicians and staff who create every production and program you experience with us.
I’m grateful for bold leadership from generous and dedicated individuals on the Board of Trustees, Women’s Board and Scenemakers Board.
And I’m grateful for YOU—arguably one of the most adventurous, supportive and discerning audiences in the country.
Goodman Theatre has always been Chicago’s theater and I’m honored to serve, alongside Susan Booth, as her steward.
Thank you for being on this journey with us. I’ll see you at the theater!
