Our People

Our Staff

Our Board of Directors

Chair:
Samantha Chandler
 
Vice-Chair:
Doreese Norman
 
Treasurer:
Korja Giles
 
Board Secretary:
Kaiah Costa
 
Youth Rep:
Elise Garcia
 
Members at Large:
Edsonya Charles
Lauren Love
Nicole Miller
Sara Thiessen
Victor Velazquez
Raphael Venegas

 

Interested in joining the OFT board?
Complete our Board Application Form

Our Founders Story

Jen left, Samantha right

Olympia Family Theater was founded in 2006 by Jen Ryle and Samantha Chandler.  They both were inspired to create a theater company in Olympia that focused on bringing people of all ages together. With the help of truck-loads of friends, they grew this tiny theater company up from the ground. Their commitment and passion made OFT what it is today. We are forever grateful for their vision.

Jen stepped down as the Artistic Director in the fall of 2021 but still makes guest appearances.

Samantha is our current board president and will often make appearances as camp staff, and acting & directing Mainstage Stories.

There's No Place Like OFT

Join us for our Fundraiser Gala on May 4, 2024

Experience the enchantment of Olympia Family Theater’s 2024 Gala as we transport you to the whimsical world of The Wizard of Oz. Discover there’s truly no place like Olympia Family Theater.

Online Auction opens April 28th!