Meet the dedicated staff of Trinity Theatre Company, passionate professionals committed to delivering exceptional theatrical experiences. Discover their diverse talents and contributions that bring our productions to life in the heart of the community.
Sean Boyd (Artistic Director) is the co-founder and Artistic Director / CEO of Trinity Theatre Company. Since its inception in 2012, he has overseen the development of its Arts Education, Grown Up Stage, and Special Event programming. He is an Associate Member of the SDC, and has directed shows including Lovers (2012), The Laramie Project (2013, 2016), Maple and Vine (2017), The Last Days of Judas Iscariot (2018), and Fuddy Meers (2019). He is also a member of the EMC program, and has performed in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged (2013, 2015, and 2019), Drinking Habits (2014, 2016), Red (2015), and The Nerd (2019). He holds a BA in Theatre Arts from San Diego State University, and his Master’s in Teaching. In addition to his work with Trinity Theatre, he has worked as an actor, director, and stage manager for theatres in San Diego including Cygnet Theatre and North Coast Repertory. He has also worked as an Arts Education Administrator for the La Mesa – Spring Valley School District, and the Salvation Army – Joan Kroc Center.
Megan Goyette (Director of Arts Education) has been with Trinity Theatre Company since 2013. Megan has a Master of Arts in Education with a concentration in Cross-Cultural Learning and Instructional Design with Technology. She is the main curriculum writer for School Partnerships. She has also directed, choreographed, and musically directed shows like Matilda Jr., You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, and Honk Jr.
Kathy Parks (Development Director / Production Manager) has worked behind the scenes as a stage manager, prop master, sound/light technician, stage hand and concessions manager for Trinity Theatre since its inception. More recently, she has been involved in fundraising through grant proposals. Kathy has also worked in several theatres in San Diego county including Coronado Playhouse, Ocean Beach Playhouse, and Pickwick Players.
Glynis Eckert (Marketing Director) combines her passion for the performing arts with her extensive marketing expertise. A San Diego native, Glynis has been acting, singing, and dancing since childhood, performing in cherished productions such as Godspell, Pirates of Penzance, and Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. With over 20 years of marketing experience for Fortune 100 companies, Glynis currently serves as the Director of Marketing at The Salvation Army Kroc Center full-time while also contributing part-time to Trinity Theatre Company. Her journey in the arts began with volunteering with Kroc Junior Theatre in 2016, and she is now honored to help inspire and connect audiences through the transformative power of theatre.
Kristina Achterberg (Managing Director) has been with Trinity Theatre since 2023. Kristina was born and raised in San Diego, where she and her husband are currently raising their two daughters. Kristina has been a vital part of non-profit organizations since 2012, advocating for educational resources and funding. She thrives at successfully working to organize, plan and set priorities, and making sure the best interest of children is of the utmost importance. She was introduced to the theatre world when her daughters discovered their passion, and has been an active volunteer with Trinity and Kroc Junior Theatre for the last few years. She has a love for helping all children succeed and thrive while doing it.
Teaching Staff
Marcy Ledvinka is a Baltimore, MD native with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Wilkes University. She has been a teaching artist at Trinity Theatre Company since January of 2023. During her time at Trinity, she has become the coordinator for Storytime, where she adapts children’s books into interactive scripts and schedules them to be performed at San Diego public libraries and the Mission Valley Mall. She has also spearheaded bringing themed cabarets to Trinity and directed the inaugural cabaret Trinity Time Travel. When she is not working at Trinity, she performs in the kNOw MORE Human Trafficking Curriculum with Point Loma Nazarene University and at local theatres in the area. She also works as an acting coach and set builder for a children’s theatre in Maryland during the summer with Seventh District Recreation Council. Marcy is passionate about arts advocacy in schools and hopes to spread the joy of theatre to areas that do not have adequate access to the arts.
Valynsia Sims hails from the San Diego area and since graduating from Cal Poly Pomona with a B.A in theater, She has performed as Imogen in Imogen Says Nothing and Ross in Macbeth. Concluding a show “Generational Black Pioneers in Oceanside” at the Oceanside Theatre company.
Mia Spencer is from Sacramento CA, and is a senior studying theatre performance with an emphasis in acting at SDSU. She has been performing since she was just 9 years old and has recently added being a Teaching Artist to her resume as of 2 years ago. She absolutely loves sharing her passion for theatre with other students in the San Diego area. She also holds the role of Patron Services manager at Trinity Theatre Company. Some past roles include Martha in The Secret Garden: Spring Version, Fred’s guest/maid/fezziwig daughter in A Christmas Carol, and the prince in Romeo and Juliet.
Andrew Tinsman is a passionate theater educator dedicated to inspiring students through the arts. A California credentialed elementary teacher, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Drama and a Master’s in Education from San Francisco State University, blending creative expertise with a strong foundation in educational pedagogy. After several years of professional acting, Andrew discovered his true calling in teaching, where he shares his love for theater with young minds. With extensive classroom experience, he creates a dynamic learning environment that nurtures creativity, self-expression, and collaboration. Andrew’s commitment to theater education helps students build valuable skills—such as communication, problem-solving, and teamwork—that extend far beyond the stage.He could not be more excited to be working at Trinity to help bring the theatrical experience to our San Diego communities!
Helen White
Born and raised in Surrey, UK, Helen is a passionate performer, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. As a teenager, she took the stage in numerous musical theatre productions, starring as Elphaba in Wicked and Blousey in Bugsy Malone. She went on to study at the Academy of Contemporary Music, earning an Associate’s Degree in Music Industry Practice before completing a Certificate of Higher Education in Vocal Performance and Songwriting. During her studies, she performed as both a vocalist and instrumentalist in various bands.
Since moving to the United States in 2019, Helen has dedicated herself to teaching music and theatre to students of all ages. She continues to write and perform her original music throughout San Diego.
Cristina Gallo is a Teaching Artist at Trinity Theatre Company. Originally from Imperial Valley, Cristina is 21 years old and will be graduating from San Diego State University in December 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts Performance.
She began singing at the age of five and discovered her passion for acting by eleven. Over the years, Cristina has performed in a variety of plays and musicals, including Grease, Phantoms, The Water Gun Song, as well as several short films. In addition to her stage experience, she has worked in voice narration and commercial projects.
Cristina is passionate about sharing her love for the arts with the next generation and is excited about the opportunities ahead with Trinity Theatre Company.
Vivian White has been in the theater world since she was just three years old and has been a part of Trinity’s team for the past 2 years. She grew up in Sacramento as a part of Sacramento Theatre Company’s (STC) Young Professional Conservatory and moved out to San Diego to complete her B.A. in Theatre at the University of San Diego California. Over the years she has developed an incredible passion for Arts Education and she takes pride in being a part of Trinity Theatre’s efforts to make theater education accessible for all students as both a Teaching Artist and the Arts Education Administrative Assistant. When she’s not working with students, she is always looking for her next opportunity to act in or direct local San Diego theater. On the rare occasion she isn’t working on a theater project, she enjoys golfing, beach trips with friends, and going to the gym.
Jackson White is a proud San Diego native, currently based in Vista, CA. A graduate of San Diego State University with a B.A. Theater Performance, Jackson has made a mark in the local arts scene, performing in various theater projects throughout San Diego County. In addition to their stage work, Jackson is a singer at LEGOLAND California Resort, entertaining guests with his vocal talents.
Outside of performance, Jackson is passionate about teaching and inspiring the next generation, sharing the love of the arts with kids. With a career that blends theater, music, and education, Jackson continues to be an active and influential figure in the San Diego arts community.
Richard Cajka has a Master’s degree from San Diego State with a focus in teaching education. His personal favorite styles of theatre are Immersive Theatre and Shakespeare. He enjoys teaching Shakespeare and improv to students the most. Richard has been a part of the theatre world since his senior year of high school back in 2011. A San Diego native and he has numerous credits to his resume including several film projects he also loves to be a part of. When he isn’t acting or teaching in the theatre world, he enjoys doing anything outdoors including hiking, running, and biking. He also enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Morgan and attending various San Diego Padres games.
Tim Baran is a graduate from Viterbo University with a BFA acting. When he isn’t acting you can find him in the skies as a commercial pilot.
Ellen Kaz grew up in the arms of The Second City Theatre in Chicago, where her dad was Musical Director for 25 years and her mom was Operations Manager for 40. Ellen didn’t have much to rebel against. She studied dance, theatre and life, traveling and living and working coast to coast here in the US, a bunch of European countries and in South Africa. She raised a family on the East Coast. Then, nine years ago, Ellen moved to San Diego, where she intends to stay. She is very happy to be a working Teaching Artist in three art forms: theatre, dance and visual arts. Ellen is also very happy when singing in a silly voice to her small Senegal Parrot, Isis.
Michael Anthony has been with Trinity Theatre Company since 2019. For the past six (6) years, he has served as Music Director at Coronado Playhouse (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Seussical, James and the Giant Peach, The Addams Family, Joseph and the Amazing TDC, etc…), and many local area theaters including: Old Globe Theater, Trinity Theatre, Kroc Kids Junior Theater (Shrek Jr. A Charlie Brown Christmas, Lion King Jr.), SCPA, La Jolla High, Santee High School, Point Loma High School, Granite Hills, Balboa Theater (w/SDGMC), Pickwick Players (Footloose, The Little Mermaid, Freaky Friday) and OB Playhouse (Reefer Madness) and among others. Mr. Mike currently serves a Music and Theater Educator for San Diego City Schools, Grossmont School District, Kroc Kids, and as a private vocal coach (Audition Assistance), and as a consultant with SteppingStone Theatre for Youth Development, St. Paul, MN (script editing/music composition) for ‘Theater for Young Audiences.’
Madison Mercado is San Diego-based stage manager with a love for teaching. She is currently a third year theatre student at San Diego State University, where she is a production manager for Skull and Dagger Dramatic Society. She has stage managed extensively at SDSU, including Children of Eden, Beyond Prison Walls (Playwrights Project), and Hansel and Gretel (SDSU Opera). Outside of SDSU, some of her favorite stage management/production credits are TL;DR (Diversionary), Summerfest (La Jolla Music Society), and The Rocky Horror Show (Cygnet). You can find her and her work on Instagram @madison.mercado.
Sean A. Mulvihill is the Artistic Director of the Exuberant Theatre Company (exubs.com) in San Diego, CA. He starred alongside Colin Mochrie in the award-winning feature film ACT SOCIAL. Mr. Mulvihill can be seen performing in Mockingbird Improv’s mainstage musical improv show ON THAT NOTE. He also teaches improv comedy and sketch writing.
Benedict Heaps has been in love with art his whole life, and has been involved in around 150 productions over the last 20-or-so years. Born in England, Benedict moved to Florida at 9 years old. There, he attended a middle school for music (Rochelle School of the Arts), but accidentally discovered theatre and so switched to that major for high school (Harrison Arts Center). Benedict made the move to San Diego in 2024, in an attempt to focus more fully on his theatrical career. When he isn’t teaching, directing, or performing, Benedict can be found giving food and history tours around San Diego, hosting pub trivia, or enjoying time spent with good friends.
Board of Directors
Kenden Reed (President) co-founded Trinity Theatre with Sean in late 2011 over many late nights planning and forming the organization, while balancing their senior year curriculum. Since then he has been at countless productions in the ticket office or hauling sets; and has worked in shaping Trinity‘s long term policy, strategy and governance in coordination with the board of directors, volunteers and employees.
Richard Costantinou (Vice President) After working for 20+ yrs. for the State of California, Richard retired and now enjoys spending his retirement in the service of others. In the late 80’s Richard volunteered for ‘Los Niño’s’ and also served on the board of ‘Save the Roller Coaster’ in Mission Beach, CA. Richard is Treasurer for the CV19M.org (COVID-19 Memorial) He has also served on the board of the ‘First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego’ and is a V.P. of Trinity Theater Company in San Diego, CA where he wears many hats while helping Trinity Theater Company achieve its goals. Richard’s personal passion is as a magician and is an active member of the Magician Member of the Magic Castle in Hollywood where he has proudly hosted and/or co-hosted numerous two-day blood drives – even in the middle of the pandemic, he managed to help bring in a record number of donors to save lives with he much needed blood sources. Richard continues to remain active in their community out-reach of collecting blankets for the homeless. Some of his passions besides the magical arts, is mentoring young magicians, education, the environment, animal welfare, theater arts, photography and of course my family and friends.
Sean Boyd (Director) is the co-founder and Artistic Director / CEO of Trinity Theatre Company. Since its inception in 2012, he has overseen the development of its Arts Education, Mainstage, and Special Event programming. He is an Associate Member of the SDC, and has directed shows including Lovers (2012), The Laramie Project (2013, 2016), Maple and Vine (2017), The Last Days of Judas Iscariot (2018), and Fuddy Meers (2019). He is also a member of the EMC program, and has performed in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged (2013, 2015, and 2019), Drinking Habits (2014, 2016), Red (2015), and The Nerd (2019). He holds a BA in Theatre Arts from San Diego State University, and is actively pursuing his Master’s in Education. In addition to his work with Trinity Theatre, he has worked as an actor, director, and stage manager for theatres in San Diego including Cygnet Theatre and North Coast Repertory. He has also worked as an Arts Education Administrator for the La Mesa – Spring Valley School District, and the Salvation Army – Joan Kroc Center. He is currently the Board President of Trinity Theatre, and serves on the Board of Directors for Kids Can Do It!.
Jennifer Valenti (Director) is a credentialed teacher with over 20 years of experience. She has worked in underserved schools in both San Francisco and San Diego Unified School districts. She has a Master of Arts in Education and a Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Science. Her Master’s thesis focused on accelerating the learning of struggling students through the use of focused one on one, and small group teaching. Jennifer received the Reading Teacher of the Year Award for her work with English language learners in San Diego. She currently homeschools her two daughters and is a tutor for both struggling and advanced K-12 students throughout San Diego County.
James G. Boyd (Director) has served on the Board of Directors since Trinity Theatre’s creation. He was a California-licensed attorney and counselor at law from 1995-2024. He served in the U.S. Army and in the Marines throughout the 1970’s, as a Marine Infantry Officer and with the Judge Advocate General Corps of the Army (Legal Clerk) and USMC (Trial Counsel). He completed substantial coursework in Art History and Sculpture in Europe and locally before finishing his B.A. and M.A. in Philosophy at San Diego State. He received his Juris Doctor from University of San Diego School of Law and was admitted to the Bar in 1995. He retired from County of San Diego in 2014, where he had served as a Superior Court Services Clerk for Office of Counselor in Mental Health, and as Senior Deputy County Counsel for the Public Guardian and the Public Conservator. He created the set at Tenth Avenue Art Center and performed the lead role of Mark Rothko in Trinity Theatre’s September 2015 presentation of John Logan’s “Red.” His eldest son, Sean, co-starred as Rothko’s assistant. Jim has assisted with many stage designs and prop creations for Trinity Theatre productions. He continues to paint and has been an active participant in VetArt.Org, a bronze foundry program for veterans with PTSD.
Addition Board Members
Steve Powell (Treasurer)
Jaime Brown (Secretary)
Gina Jackson (Director)
Sarah Sanger (Director)