Our Team
Staff
LaCretia Gelley
Executive Artistic Director
LaCretia brings over 20 years of diverse experience in the arts, along with a strong background in business management. Her extensive career includes directing, teaching, producing, music directing, choreographing, and performing, combined with a proven track record of successful business operations. She holds a Master of Arts in Education and has pursued extensive continuing education. She is currently working towards a terminal MFA degree, underscoring her commitment to ongoing professional development. Her qualifications also include multiple
certifications in the arts and physical movement, reflecting her holistic approach to arts education. Her commitment to lifelong learning and professional development underpins her leadership approach.
Since joining Ao1 in 2009, LaCretia has been pivotal in shaping the theater's artistic vision and programming, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that aligns with Christian values. Her dedication to nurturing young talent is evident in her direction and production of numerous local shows, including award-winning productions such as Mary Poppins, the Musical.
LaCretia’s philosophy centers on the transformative power of storytelling and the arts on personal and communal growth, believing they are essential for developing well-rounded
individuals who are curious, critical thinkers, and productive members of society with strong moral foundations. She is committed to helping young artists realize their God-given talents and inspiring the next generation of performers to grow in their faith and their craft.
Diane Dodd
Finance Director
Diane Dodd is one of the founding board members of Ao1. A licensed CPA, she has been the finance director and box office coordinator at Ao1 since its inception. She has three boys that have grown up with the Ao1 family.
Kelly Evans
Executive Admin
Kelly has been with Audience of One since 2011 as a parent and since 2017 as a staff member. She is currently our Administrative Assistant, where she takes care of all the details and helps to keep everyone on track. Her skills from wrangling and homeschooling two children over the past 16 years are a natural transition to her role with Ao1. She has her bachelor’s in management from the University of Wyoming and her MBA from the University of Denver. Upon graduating, she spent nine years in human resources and recruiting before making the decision to stay home with her children. She has been married for 22 years to her high school sweetheart (Phil), has a 16-year old daughter (Grace), and a 12-year old son (Owen). If you can't find her, she's reading or listening to a book, walking her dog, or both.
Lead Costume Designer
Denise began her journey with Ao1 as a founding parent in 2008 and quickly took on roles as Program Manager and Costume Designer in 2009. She continued in these positions until 2013, when she transitioned to the role of Executive Director. For over a decade, Denise led Ao1 with dedication, all while continuing her work as Costume Designer until her retirement in June 2024.
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But Denise’s story with Ao1 is far from over! She is excited to return for her third chapter, focusing solely on her beloved role as Ao1 Costume Designer. Denise’s interest in costuming began when her daughters were involved in dance and musical theater, leading her to discover that God had given her a passion for creating characters through costume design. Under the guidance of her mother, a lifelong seamstress, Denise honed her skills and together they crafted hundreds of award-winning theater costumes from 2008 to 2022. Denise has been honored to carry on her mom’s legacy since her passing. She believes that every child is precious to the Lord and puts her whole heart into creating the perfect costume for each one as an expression of God’s love.
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Outside of the theater and sewing machine, Denise cherishes time with her husband of 36 years, their five grown children and their families, and their seven grandsons. The family enjoys boating, camping, paddle boarding, and the beaches of Cape Cod, as well as celebrating holidays together.
Michelle DuMoulin
Program Manager,
Parent Coordinator
Michelle is excited to be a part of the Ao1 team as our program manager! She has previously been involved through programming lights and helping run tech for Ao1 since 2018. Her son, Luke, was a part of Ao1 for 10 years and did 36 shows with this amazing organization. He is now a freshman at Colorado School of Mines and is super thrilled to be giving back to Ao1 by assistant directing Anything Goes this session. Michelle is also a first grade teacher in Denver and has been married to her high school sweetheart (Mike) for 25 years. When Michelle is not at the theater, you can find her having fun with her amazing family and friends.
Joshua Kirk
Scenic Manager,
Director
Joshua Kirk has been using theater to touch lives since 1995. He has worked as a Teaching Artist throughout the US, leading classes and corporate workshops through his company, Improv LEAP. He has transformed corporate cultures, church communities, and the lives of students in every grade (K- Grad) and age (5-85). "Director Josh" moved to Denver in 2002 to build a children’s theater program. He began working for Ao1 shortly after its inception. Joshua received a Masters Degree in Theater Education from the University of Northern Colorado. He is an award winning director and has led over 30 fully staged children’s musicals. Joshua also has a passion for giving back beyond the stage as an unpaid professional with Alpine Rescue Team, a mountain search and rescue team.
Kim thornber
Rehearsal Assistant
Kim is very excited to be part of the Ao1 staff as Rehearsal Assistant! She has been part of Ao1 as a parent since 2017, and has loved watching four of her six children (so far) thrive at Ao1. She lives in Littleton with her amazing husband, Spencer, and they have 6 children ranging in age from 3 to 20 years. Kim graduated from Regis University in 2001 with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and worked for 16 years as a pediatric nurse before making the choice to be home full time with her family.
John pacheco
Stage Manager,
Assistant Capenter
Acting Instructor
John Pacheco is a man of many trades. Having grown under the eyes of his great grandfather, an ex Mariachi, John learned the ways of stealing the show while making the back feel like the front row. He has been in multiple shows, movies, bands, and music projects, but has always found himself in awe at the amount of planning it takes to execute a brilliant performance. It's no wonder, then, that John began finding himself behind the scenes as early as his junior year of high school, where he helped manage set teams alongside his teachers. John went to the University of Northern Colorado for his degree in Theatre Studies, emphasizing his studies towards theatre leadership and directing. Managing, directing, (and sometimes producing) each show and film, he strives for near-perfection, planning and executing as his wisest professors have before him. Most recently before Audience of One, John produced a full score for the feature film "Centerpiece". He couldn't be more thrilled at having found Audience of One, as he has never felt so welcomed before in his life.
Crystal Williams
Rehearsal Assistant,
Independent Costume Designer
Crystal has been costuming for Audience of One since 2019, and an A01 parent since 2018. Shethen came on board the staff as rehearsal assistant in 2021. Crystal holds a Bachelors Degree inFashion Design from Texas Christian University and a Masters in Fashion Merchandisingfrom Texas Woman’s University. In her former life she has touched all areas of the fashionindustry: buying program at Neiman Marcus, Store Manager and Merchandise Manager at Gap,and product development for Fossil Watches. She has never been happier and more in herelement than creating costumes for Audience of One. She considers herself incredibly blessedand lucky to spend time with our amazing A01 casts and to help them all feel special on stageand off. Her motto is that of Academy Award winning costumer extraordinaire, Edith Head, “Adesigner is only as good as the star who wears her clothes.” Crystal is often heard telling thekids, “I provide the clothes, you make them shine on stage. Without you, they are just pieces offabric.” Crystal has been married to her husband, Brad, for 19 years and has 2 daughters,Cameran and Gemma.
artistic Team
Ruthie Nozot
Choreographer
Ruthie Nozot has been involved in theater for 11 years. She pursued her passion for theater by majoring in Musical Theater at Colorado Christian University. Throughout her theater career, Ruthie has been in over 25 performances, from community theater to college productions. She also has directed One Acts at Colorado Christian University, and choreographed for dance performances. Ruthie has been Dance Captain for 2 shows with CCU, and now is choreographing for AO1! She could not be more happy with this team, and is excited to continue working with this amazing group of people.
Cassidy Elmer
Choreographer/
LIFEGuard Director
Cassidy Elmer has been involved with Ao1 since 2012. She started at Ao1 as an actor and has been a Lifeguard, assistant director, intern, assistant choreographer, Lifeguard director, stage manager, and now choreographer. She is currently a middle school math teacher at Parker Performing Arts K-8. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in elementary education and a theater minor. Some of Cassidy's favorite activities include snowboarding, hiking, dancing, and anything sports related. Cassidy is very excited to jump into a new position at Ao1!
"For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11)
Jeff Summitt
Director
Jeff, prior to Ao1, was involved in the theater group Way Out West in Sidney, Nebraska where he directed The Nifty Fifties and acted in Forgiven a Fairytale, Boise-Idaho, and as part of their improv group. Growing up he was part of a theater group like Ao1 and acted throughout High School where some of his favorite productions were Oklahoma, Bye Bye Birdie and Where's Charley?
Amy Summitt
Director,
Music Director
Luke DuMoulin
Assistant Director,
Tech Coordinator
​Luke has been a part of Ao1 since he was eight years old. He has done over 40 shows with Ao1. He is currently a second year physics major at Colorado School of Mines and participates in the Mines Little Theatre Club there as well. He loves theater and loves getting to direct with many individuals he did shows with for so many years.
Jeremi Richardson
Director
Jeremi Richardson is a seasoned performer, vocal coach, conductor, and composer with a career spanning over two decades. Most recently, Jeremi led the artistic endeavors for American Academy Charter Schools, where he developed dynamic K-8 arts programming across three campuses. His leadership resulted in record-breaking enrollment, numerous accolades, including two consecutive years of MainStage recognition at JR Thescon, and sold-out performances of shows including The Addams Family, Matilda, Mean Girls, A Christmas Carol, Finding Nemo, and Anastasia.
As a former member of Walt Disney Entertainment (The Voices of Liberty, Four for a Dollar) and the Grammy-nominated, Dove and American Music Award-winning CCM group Avalon, Jeremi has toured internationally, performing in countries such as India, Brazil, and Israel. As a conductor, he has led choral ensembles to statewide recognition, inspiring a love of music in students and audiences alike.
Jeremi holds a master’s degree in Worship Arts from California Baptist University, where he explored the transformative power of silence in worship. Beyond his professional life, Jeremi cherishes time with his wife, Amy, also a former member of Avalon and Walt Disney Entertainment, and their three daughters, Ariah, Shalom, and Noa. Their home in Castle Rock, CO, is a vibrant space filled with laughter, faith, and love.
Seneca Faulkner
Choreographer
Seneca is thrilled to be choreographing her third production with Audience of One after time at home with her new baby boy. Growing up in Las Vegas and coming from a musical family, she has worked in nearly every area of theatre, including acting, set design, stage management, choreography, directing, and technical design. In 2019, she worked under Jeanne-Marie Grewe and Drew Pulver on 42nd Street, earning Broadway’s High School Musical Theatre Awards for “Best Overall Show in Nevada” and “Best Choreography Execution.” She studied theatre, dance, and performing arts at Colorado Christian University, training under Jenny Stafford, Erin Buterbaugh, Anne Griffin, and Dean Steven Taylor. Seneca has directed and choreographed for students from preschool to college, and choreographed for Englewood High School, Denver Christian, Pagosa Springs High School, Colorado Christian University, and more! She’s ready to hit the ground running with this talented cast, push the limits, and make this show season one they’ll never forget
jamee tinnirello
Director
Jamee Tinnirello first came to Audience of One when her two daughters joined in 2021. Her own love for musical theatre began in high school and she is thrilled to join the Audience of One team. Jamee holds a bachelor's degree in Music Education and a master's in Educational Counseling. With a decade of experience as an elementary music teacher in Jefferson County Public Schools, Jamee has been instrumental in organizing numerous school productions. She is passionate about giving young children the opportunity to perform, making music and theater enjoyable as these experiences often mark their first introduction to the arts. In her free time, Jamee enjoys reading, walking, spending time with family and friends, and watching her kids do the things they love.
Joel Frank
Assistant Music Director
Joel is thrilled to be part of the Ao1 family as an Assistant Music Director. Joel has been a part of theatre productions for over 13 years and playing music for even longer! He came to Colorado to study Accounting and Music at Colorado Christian University, where he was, and still is, heavily involved with the Theatre and Instrumental Music Departments. Since graduating, Joel has also been involved in local arts scene as a music teacher, worship leader, and orchestral and freelance musician. His big passion is using his classical musicianship and love of musical theatre to inspire and support young talent and sees no better place to do that than Ao1! He is so thankful for a supportive team and amazing cast of talent to work with!
Ao1 Board of Directors
Sean McInturff, President
Katherine Price, Treasurer
Sara Bechtold, Secretary
Diane Dodd, Director
LaCretia Gelley, Diretor
Ellis King, Director​
Jennifer Rockwell, Director
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We are always seeking new additions to our Board of Directors. Please contact LaCretia Gelley for more information on how to get involved.