Tricia Roberts started as STC's executive director mid-season during the 2021-2022 season. Hailing from Sheboygan, Tricia is not new to STC. Her first role was Gretel in STC's Sound of Music in 1998. Playing different roles through her adolescence, she felt like STC was her home away from home. After graduating, she pursued theatre at Millikin University in Illinois. Eventually, she moved back to Sheboygan to earn her teaching degree from Lakeland University. 

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After teaching English and directing the theatre department at Oostburg High School, Tricia changed courses yet again to stay home with her oldest son, Hugh. She continued her journey into the non-profit world by becoming the Educational Coordinator at the Plymouth Arts Center until finally moving into the Executive Director role at STC.

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Getting to return to STC has been a dream come true. She's thrilled to be leading an organization that has become home away from home again and hopes to continue to help make the progress necessary to thrive for seasons to come. 

 

Tricia and her husband, Tom, have three children together: Hugh, Liv, and Vaughn, and one sassy pup, Pippa.

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A Note from Tricia:

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Dear Members of the STC Community,

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I am writing to share that I will be stepping away from my role at STC. This decision was not made lightly, and it comes with a great deal of reflection and care.

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My time with STC has been incredibly meaningful. Being part of an organization so deeply rooted in creativity, storytelling, and community connection has been a true privilege. I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to work that brings people together, elevates local voices, and strengthens our community through the arts. STC has also been a special place for my family, a place where my children could be present and where we were able to grow together in our shared love of theatre.

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During my tenure, I am proud of what we were able to build together. With the dedication of staff, department heads, artists, volunteers, and the guidance and support of the Advisory Committee, STC is financially stable and well-positioned for its next chapter. We strengthened the organization’s foundation, expanded programming, and continued to center storytelling that reflects and serves our community. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to help steward STC to a place of readiness for the next vision that will move the organization confidently into the future.

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I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who makes STC what it is, especially to those who lead departments, those who give their time and talents onstage and behind the scenes, and those who quietly support the work in countless ways. Your passion, generosity, and belief in the power of theatre are what sustain this organization, and it has been an honor to work alongside you.

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While this transition is bittersweet, I remain deeply appreciative of everything I’ve learned and the relationships I’ve built here. I truly hope to stay in contact with you and with the company in the years ahead, and I look forward to continuing to cheer STC on as part of its extended community.

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If you have questions during this 6 week transition, you are welcome to reach out to me directly, to Jody Brooks, the Director of Recreation, or to the Advisory Committee Executive Team: Tracie Wessels, Jesse Ramos, Jessica Freeman, or Brittany Schneider.

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Thank you for the trust you placed in me and for the care you bring to STC. Working for this community has been a great honor. I wish the organization, its artists, and its leadership continued growth and success in the seasons ahead.

 

With sincere gratitude,

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Tricia Roberts

Executive Director

Sheboygan Theatre Company

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