Leadership

  • David Ellenstein

    Artistic Director
    : (858) 481-2155 x215: david@northcoastrep.org

      Born into a theatrical family, David has worked in theatres across the country. Before joining North Coast Rep in 2003 he served as Artistic Director for the Los Angeles Repertory Company and the Arizona Jewish Theatre Company (AJTC). David is now also serving as the Artistic Director for the Laguna Playhouse. A veteran of over 250 theatrical productions,

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    • Bill Kerlin

      Managing Director
      : (858) 481-2155 x222 : bill@northcoastrep.org

        Originally from Valparaiso, Indiana, Bill brings over thirty years of finance, marketing, and sales experience to North Coast Repertory Theatre, including sixteen seasons as the Director of Administration at the legendary Coconut Grove Playhouse, in Miami. During the time that Bill served at Coconut Grove, it was the largest professional not-for-profit producing theatre in the State of Florida.

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      • Benjamin Cole

        Director of Theatre School Education & Outreach
        : (858) 481-2155 x216: ben@northcoastrep.org

          Benjamin Cole is proud to lead as the Director of Theatre School Education and Outreach for North Coast Repertory Theatre. With over 20 years of professional acting experience, Ben has been seen on stage locally at The Old Globe, The La Jolla Playhouse, North Coast Repertory Theatre and many others. Some directing credits for the Theatre School @ North Coast Rep include: Julius Caesar, 

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        • Denise Young

          Director of Development
          : (858) 481-2155 x210: denise@northcoastrep.org

            Denise has always been drawn to mission-driven organizations and creatives. While she has been involved with North Coast Repertory Theatre for nearly 20 years, it was only recently that she became part of our staff first as the Donor Relations and Events Manager and now as our Director of Development. She is thrilled to be part of the team at North Coast Rep,

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