Our Volunteers
Amy Dawson: Season Planning Chair
Amy Dawson grew up in Chattaroy and has always loved performing with various community theatre groups in the Spokane area. Her first appearance at the Playhouse was in “The Addams Family Musical” as Alice Beineke. After that, she was hooked! In the past, she’s served on the POPA board of directors, directed plays, and taught at youth camp. She’s happy to be working with the Season Planning Team, and is always looking forward to the next amazing Playhouse production!
Racine Balow: Tech & Concessions
Racine has been volunteering with the playhouse as the tech person and part time director for at least 7 years, although it feels like forever. When not at the playhouse she goes to the University of Hawaii and enjoys being able to surf in December.
Erin Zinke: Choreography
Erin has had a passion for theater since high school, and has loved the opportunity to volunteer at the playhouse over the last 4 years. Erin has done a variety of things with the playhouse, with roles ranging from actor, choreographer, and director for several one act plays. Not only has this allowed her to become closer to her community and meet a wide range of talented individuals, it also has helped her create more memories with her local family as they also have found opportunities to volunteer alongside her. Her favorite involvement at the playhouse would be the role of Sister Hubert in Nunsense, Choreographer in the most recent production Matilda, and her many roles in Elementary Christmas, which always stands out as her first time volunteering at the Pend Oreille Playhouse.
Megan Patterson: Costume Shop Manager
Megan is a graduate from the University of Idaho majoring in Theater with an emphasis on Costume Design. She has previously worked with the Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey, the touring production of The Lion King and most recently Stage Left Theater in Spokane, WA. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to join Pend Oreille Players Association in this role and would like to thank her “theater family” from Theater Arts for Children for casting her in her first show way back when.
Anne Hill: Graphic Designer
My name is Anne Hill and have been volunteering with POPA for two years. I work full time as a graphic designer and enjoy designing the posters and playbills for the playhouse. When not working, you will find me outside kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, and snowshoeing.
Kim Fry: Concessions
I'm Kimberly Fry and I've been with POPA since I was in 5th grade. Now, at 21, the playhouse has become a second home. I love going outside and camping. I love all animals. My favorite color is Bright Orange and I have the need for speed.
Laura Verity: Youth Programming & Fundraising
Laura debuted as an actor on our stage in 2022 as Honey Raye in Christmas Belles. Before that, Laura's theatre experience dates back to high school where she was part of the Theater Company, performing in a number of Mime Shows and in a traveling performance troop. Outside of theatre, Laura keeps busy as a wife, and mom to three amazing young kids, a career-woman, and a soccer coach.
Chris Demlow: Set/Prop Design & Videography
Chris has been involved with POPA since 2010. His first role was Aslan in the Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. Since then, he has been involved in over 30 productions in various capacities, such as set design and construction, photography, videography, acting and directing.
Our Volunteers
Erin Zinke: Choreography
Erin has had a passion for theater since high school, and has loved the opportunity to volunteer at the playhouse over the last 4 years. Erin has done a variety of things with the playhouse, with roles ranging from actor, choreographer, and director for several one act plays. Not only has this allowed her to become closer to her community and meet a wide range of talented individuals, it also has helped her create more memories with her local family as they also have found opportunities to volunteer alongside her. Her favorite involvement at the playhouse would be the role of Sister Hubert in Nunsense, Choreographer in the most recent production Matilda, and her many roles in Elementary Christmas, which always stands out as her first time volunteering at the Pend Oreille Playhouse.
Megan Patterson: Costume Shop Manager
Megan is a graduate from the University of Idaho majoring in Theater with an emphasis on Costume Design. She has previously worked with the Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey, the touring production of The Lion King and most recently Stage Left Theater in Spokane, WA. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to join Pend Oreille Players Association in this role and would like to thank her “theater family” from Theater Arts for Children for casting her in her first show way back when.
Anne Hill: Graphic Designer
My name is Anne Hill and have been volunteering with POPA for two years. I work full time as a graphic designer and enjoy designing the posters and playbills for the playhouse. When not working, you will find me outside kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, and snowshoeing.
Kim Fry: Concessions
I'm Kimberly Fry and I've been with POPA since I was in 5th grade. Now, at 21, the playhouse has become a second home. I love going outside and camping. I love all animals. My favorite color is Bright Orange and I have the need for speed.
Laura Verity: Youth Programming & Fundraising
Laura debuted as an actor on our stage in 2022 as Honey Raye in Christmas Belles. Before that, Laura's theatre experience dates back to high school where she was part of the Theater Company, performing in a number of Mime Shows and in a traveling performance troop. Outside of theatre, Laura keeps busy as a wife, and mom to three amazing young kids, a career-woman, and a soccer coach.
Chris Demlow: Set/Prop Design & Videography
Chris has been involved with POPA since 2010. His first role was Aslan in the Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. Since then, he has been involved in over 30 productions in various capacities, such as set design and construction, photography, videography, acting and directing.
