ROSINA REYNOLDS – Artistic Director
Rosina is the founder of Chequamegon Children’s Theater, Ltd. She & her husband, Mike, split their time between Cable and San Diego, where she has worked as an actor and director for over 40 years. Back in 1987, when Rosie agreed to direct a children’s play in Cable, little did she know her involvement that summer would span a new century. She is still inspired by the kids & feels the same joy and excitement for each production. Rosina was trained at the New College of Speech and Drama, London, England. Some of her thoughts on CCT “I am still thrilled each year, and constantly amazed by the talent and dedication.” Year with CCT: Thirty-Seventh
RICHARD ERICKSON – Director
Richard graduated with honors from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and has acted in & produced plays on and off Broadway for 18 years. Since returning to Minneapolis, he has been involved in children’s theater. He and his family enjoy spending time at their lake home in Cable. Richard says he is fortunate to have worked with some of the best talent ever assembled on any stage – 397 children and counting. Richard is the co-owner of The Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant in Minneapolis. Year with CCT: Thirty-Fourth
JERI OVERMAN – Managing Director/Costume Designer
Jeri lives in Drummond with her husband Jim, our set designer. In 1988 when she agreed to “make a few costumes” for Cinderella, little did she know then that CCT would become so much of who she is. Jeri feels very fortunate that her clients understand why she closes the door at her business, Evergreen Upholstering, during the three weeks of rehearsals each summer. Year with CCT: Thirty-Sixth.
JIM OVERMAN – Set Designer/Props
Jim officially became our set designer 25 years ago, but his involvement with CCT began during its second year. He lives in Drummond with his wife Jeri, our Managing Director, & helps with her upholstery business. He enjoys the challenge each new play brings. Year with CCT: Thirty-Sixth.
KATIE REYNOLDS – Director/Lighting Design/Lighting Technician
Katie was a fixture on stage in the early CCT years appearing in 12 productions. Her compelling role as A Ham in East of the Sun, West of the Moon captivated audiences. Her on stage career with CCT culminated with Little Shop of Horrors in 2001. Since then she has served first as our lighting designer & technician, and now, additionally, as one of our directors. She has a BA in Theatre from Yale University, and is the Director of Operations for Loud Fridge Theatre Group in San Diego, CA, where she works as an actor, director, designer, and intimacy director. Year with CCT: Thirty-third.
SIDNEY REYNOLDS – Musical Director/Conductor
A Graduate of both Drummond High School and The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts in Manhattan, Sidney began her career with CCT at the age of 5 appearing as a Munchkin in The Wizard of Oz. Her final appearance as an actor was as Belle in Beauty and the Beast in 2011. She took on the role of Musical Director the following year and has continued in that role for the past 13 years. “I am always amazed at the talent and dedication of these actors. They are my inspiration!” Year with CCT: Twenty-Fifth.
CHRISTINE NEFF – Choreography
Christine was trained as a Classical Ballerina. She danced professionally with the Milwaukee Ballet Company, Tampa Ballet, Colorado Ballet and Mninnesota Dance Theater. She has a B.A. in Theater and Dance from Gustavus Adolphus College. She now resides in Barnes with her husband Eric and their irrepressibly happy dog, Barnaby. Christine says she is inspired each year by seeing the young actors develop confidence in their physical presence on stage through movement and dance. She finds their joy and enthusiasm contagious! Year with CCT: Seventeenth.
KATHARINE WALLIN – Stage Manager
Katharine told us she loves how much can be accomplished in 3 short weeks! And seeing so many talented kids break out of their shell and have fun. A Graduate of Drummond High School, Katharine has been both on the stage and behind the scenes in over 35 Productions! We have been lucky to have her behind the scenes helping make the magic happen! Year with CCT: Seventeenth.
CAMERON KRUEGER – Rehearsal Pianist
Cameron is a wonderful addition to the CCT family as both a performer and rehearsal pianist. Year with CCT: Fourth
KATHRYN (EBERT) BOHL- Choreographer/Director/Tech Advisor
Kate’s theatre experiences include 6 CCT productions, many middle and high school productions & a theatre minor from UW-Green Bay. She has continued CCT involvement since “aging out” in many roles including tech, music, choreography & directing. When note absorbed with CCT, she teaches high school mathematics and computer science, coaches the high school dance team, and stays busy with her boys, Jack, Ollie, and husband Nick. Year with CCT: Fourteenth.
KENNEDY FLEMING- Assistant Musical Director & Social Media
Kennedy is a singer & actress from Lakeville, Minnesota. She studied musical theatre in New York and Los Angeles, where she got her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. She then spent 3 years in Cable, where she worked as Assistant Musical Director for CCT, Director for Drummond High School’s One Act team, and performed with her pop/rock band Kennedy & The Corruption. She currently lives & performs in New York, and works as an instructor for DramaZone, where she shares her love of musicals with children ages 5-7. Recent credits include lead vocalist in “Ladies of the Canyon” at Lake Superior’s Big Top Chatauqua and “Inventing Gay Pop” at Green Room 42 in NYC. Year with CCT: Twelfth.
TAMMY ROBERTS – Administrative Assistant/Publicity/Program
Tammy is the daughter of Jeri, our Managing Director, & Jim, our Set Designer. Tammy said she loves everything about CCT, the chaos it brings & the anticipation before each performance. She has been with CCT since its second year, first as an actor, now helping with publicity & programs & helping anywhere she is needed. Year with CCT: Thirty-Sixth.
EMILY KINNUNEN – Costume Intern
Emily joined CCT in 2017 & acted for 7 years, her last show being SpongeBob SquarePants. She is currently a full-time student at Northland College, majoring in the field of education. Working with children & staying in touch with music has brought Emily back to CCT, working alongside the ever talented, Jeri Overman! She is very excited to be back & a part of CCT! Year with CCT: Eighth.