Amber Lackmann

Amber is a Tucson native, who has been an active volunteer at CYT Tucson since 2017. She has done hair, makeup, and wigs for numerous CYT shows, as well as live basic stage makeup tutorials. Amber loves making new looks and helping actors physically embody their role and character development.

Aurora Hunter

Aurora is a CYT alumna (2018) and graduate of Colorado Christian University where she earned her BA in directing and education. Favorite past show credits include Nancy in “Oliver!” (Arts Express), Tzeitel in “Fiddler on the Roof” (Ovation West), Mae Tuck in “Tuck Everlasting” (CCU), and Miss Andrew in “Mary Poppins” (CCU). Aurora recently returned to Tucson after spending the last 3 years working at Walt Disney World. Greater Orlando area and Disney credits include “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular”, “Powerline Party Pack, Boo To You Parade”, “Candlelight Choir”, and “Hymnsong” (Encore Performing Arts).

Brooke La France

Brooke is a CYT alumni who has been involved in theatre and performance for over ten years. She is experienced in directing and writing, and trained in acting, music, and voice. She is currently pursuing a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Arizona. In her free time, she loves reading, playing piano and guitar, and hiking. She has loved creating and performance her whole life, and is excited and grateful for the opportunity to bring the concepts of theatre alive for the younger crowd in Our Gang.

Christine Wright

Michael Rhodes

Michael Rhodes has been with CYT Tucson since 2010, when he joined the artistic team as music director for “Annie”. Since then, he has been involved with some incredible productions including James and the Giant Peach, Newsies, Little Mermaid, Shrek, Seussical, and Matilda. Michael holds a Master's degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Arizona; he considers himself well-rounded with a history of collegiate involvement with Astronomy, Physics, and Humanities. Michael also holds an Associates degree in computer science, and works full-time in the field of cybersecurity. Michael considers CYT his extended family, and is excited to join the artistic team as music director and conductor once again for his 31st CYT production.

Nina Christenson

Nina Christenson has been has been sewing, tucking, cutting, altering, designing, hacking, attaching, hemming, adding, and repurposing fabrics and costumes for 11 years at CYT Tucson. She enjoys seeing the children on the stage wearing fun costumes. She is also the elementary Spanish teacher at Casas Christian School. Come join the class and learn new skills or improve your current sewing skills.

Sam Sierra-Feldman

Sam is a CYT alumna and graduate of the University of Arizona. She teaches Choir and Drama in the Vail School District, and when she isn’t relaxing at home with her cats, her happiest place on earth is with her CYT family. Most recently, Sam has worked on CYT’s 20th Anniversary Celebration, Frozen Jr., The Sound of Music, High School Musical, Annie, and The Wizard of Oz! Every few months, when she finds a few minutes of “spare time,” Sam enjoys hiking, reading, and playing with her dog, Lola, and cats, Fred, George, and Ginny.