Staff

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.

Connor Boyd (Associate Artistic Director)  has been performing since the age of 7 and  after nearly 2 decades on stages around San Diego he’s excited to work behind the scenes as the Associate Artistic Director for Trinity Theatre Company. He’s excited for the opportunity to work for a non profit who’s core values are to give back to the community and provide a fun and safe place for everyone to learn about the magic of theatre.
 

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 GodspellPirates 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 (District Coordinator) she 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 with Trinity Theatre Company since January of 2023. When she is not teaching, she performs in the kNOw MORE Human Trafficking Curriculum with Point Loma Nazarene University and at local theatres in the area. She recently was in Singin’ in the Rain at New Village Arts. She also co-directs 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 the 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 Brzozowski is from Sacramento, and is a student at San Diego State University studying theatre performance with an acting emphasis. She’s grown up performing and loves getting kids to experience and love it too.

Juliana Scheding is a teaching artist originally from Salt Lake City, UT who has acted in the San Diego area for the last five years. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with her BA in Theatre and a minor in Literature and Writing from UC San Diego in June of 2021. She is especially passionate about acting in classical works and theatre created by femme and queer people about the complexity of their experiences.

Naomi Louie is a recently graduated theatre major from UCSD, originally from San Francisco. They’ve been performing for almost 17 years, and serving as a mentor and educator to many. Only recently has she coupled both her love for theatre and teaching, and Trinity Theatre Company has made that possible for them. She prides herself in being a AAA battery, Asian-American, Autistic, Actor, and full of energy!

Fabricio Apuy Novella is a fifth year undergraduate theatre major at UCSD who transferred from Antelope Valley College. Fabricio comes from Palmdale, California and sends out his gratitude to all the mentors and artists that he has learned from. He thanks his family for their support during this new journey in his life. UCSD credits include: 900 Years (Script PA), Napoli (Ciappa), Late – a Cowboy Song (Crick), Hope (Playwright, LAB Series), Dracula – A House of Lies (Playwright, Company 157), A Flea in Her Rear (ASD), and Limp Wrist on the Lever (AD).

Vivian White is a long time theatre lover who is overjoyed to get to share her passion with young students. She has been acting for over 14 years and has been teaching for 3 years. She loves working with Trinity Theatre and is thrilled to get to bring theatre education to the students in the broader San Diego area.

Jackson Wright is a recent Musical Theatre Performance Graduate from San Diego State University. Based in San Diego, Jackson has performed at various theatrical institutions throughout and beyond San Diego County.

Lindsay Bates was born in New York City and began her career and passion for theatre and the performing arts earlier than she can remember (though somewhere there’s a VHS tape of her at age three scream-singing Annie at the top of her lungs)! Over the course of the last two decades, she has spent her fair share of time both on the stage, on camera, behind the scenes – both on artistic teams and in the crew, and teaching the next generation what she’s learned so far from her years in the industry in programs such as San Diego Junior Theatre and La Jolla Playhouse’s Young Performers’ Workshop. She’s thrilled to be working with Trinity Theatre Company, and looks forward to hopefully continuing to be a small spark in San Diego’s youth theatre population expansion.

Ellen Kaz comes to us from Chicago, though she lived for many years also on the east coast. Her theater and dance work has been seen on stages from Judson Church in NYC to The Second City Theaters in Chicago, in Washington, D.C. and Boston, Los Angeles and abroad in Europe, from the University of Cape Town to Mass Moves and other festivals in New England, where she won the New England Theater Conference’s award for Outstanding Achievement in American Theater. Ms. Kaz currently teaches, directs and choreographs in schools and with organizations independently and through Arts in Education San Diego, The Salvation Army Kroc Center and Trinity Theatre Company, among others.

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. In his free time, Richard loves to be outdoors hiking, bike riding, or going on road trips.

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.

Lizzie Perl is a recent graduate of San Diego State University. She is a credentialed elementary school teacher in San Diego. She has been singing and dancing her entire life and loves to share her passion for the arts with all her students. Her favorites are tap dance and all things Golden Age musical theater. She was part of a Broadway style song and dance ensemble for 10 years in Maryland along with many years of voice lessons and dance classes. She found her love of teaching and directing musical theatre in middle school and has been doing it ever since. Lizzie has been Co-Director of two Trinity school partnership productions so far and can’t wait to see what’s next.

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.’

Courtney McAree grew up doing theater from a young age and obtained her Bachelor’s degree studying filmmaking. She has studied Method and Meisner acting in London and Los Angeles and is represented commercially and theatrically. She has helped put on theater productions at an orphanage in South Africa and loves working with Trinity Theatre Co.

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.

Jesus Martinez (Teaching Artist), also known as Atomic, is a passionate theater artist hailing from Los Angeles. With a strong foundation in theater studies under the tutelage of Guillermo Aviles-Rodriguez, Atomic has honed his skills in both stage presence and writing. During his time in college, Atomic actively participated in numerous student showcases, demonstrating his talent and versatility on stage. He has also lent his expertise to fellow students, providing guidance and support in the realm of performance art. One of Atomic’s most notable experiences was his involvement in the production of ALMAS, where he took on the crucial role of stage manager. This captivating performance took place in a cemetery, showcasing Atomic’s ability to bring a unique theatrical experience to unconventional settings. Driven by his passion for the arts and his commitment to excellence, Atomic continues to explore new avenues of creativity and contribute to the vibrant theater community.

Taylor Wansley is a recent graduate of San Diego State University obtaining her B.A. in Liberal Studies- Elementary Education. Born and raised in San Diego, she has a performing arts background of over 16 years in theatre, show choir, dance, and band. As a teacher, she believes that performing arts are an important aspect to education and can teach so many important skills both inside and outside the classroom. She is excited to be apart of the Trinity Theatre Company and aims to create the same magic she experienced as a kid within the world of theatre. 

Additional Teaching Staff:

Austyn Myers

Erica Kahn

Kelly Pocian

Rosemarie Sison

Madison Mercado

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 is an active California-licensed attorney and counselor at law.  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)