Theatre Director: My name is Jamie Stephenson. I grew up in Birmingham, Al. I attended East Carolina University for my undergraduate degree in Theatre Education. My Masters in Arts is from the Chicago Conservatory of Performing Arts with a concentration in Directing. I am the Chapter Director of the Alabama Educational Theatre Association. I have 24 years of experience in theatre education. I am excited to work with the Vestavia Hills Theatre students.
Assistant Theatre Director: Karen Varner
I am a Government/Economics teacher. I graduated from UAB with an education degree in social studies. I taught law for many years at Pelham High school. I have worked as the Director of Theatre Operations for 20 years. I work with students in regards to financial needs, field trip paperwork, ad sales and maintain eligiblity for participation in theatre events.
Technical Theatre Director: Mindy Wester Egan
I am a graduate of Birmingham-Southern College with a degree in technical direction and lighting design. I have been involved with Birmingham Festival Theatre since 1994. I currently serve on the board of directors and have designed sets and lights for over 150 productions. I co-founded and built the production components for Covered Bridge Players in my hometown of Oneonta in 2013. I also serve on the board of directors for that theatre, as well as design sets and lighting for our productions.