Originally from Oklahoma, Gloria and husband Mike have lived in New Mexico and then Denver for over 30 years. Gloria worked as a business analyst in the computer manufacturing industry for Storage Technology Corp. and Sun Microsystems. After moving to Trinidad in 2009, she was thrilled to find live theatre in the community and is now determined to keep the experience available for others. Over the past six years Gloria has volunteered her time and energy to the marketing committee, fundraisers, financial reporting, and previously as Board Secretary.

Barbara was a Choreographer and featured dancer/singer in musical theatre productions in her native Fort Worth, Texas. She has trained with the Memphis Preparatory Ballet, Margo Dean School of Dance, Creative Arts Theatre School, Schaffenburg Ballet Academy and Bruce Lea’s Dance Factory. In Trinidad, Barbara has acted with both the Trinidad Community Theatre and the SCRT Professional company and has taught ballet through Dance Connection. With a background in accounting and financial planning, Barbara serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors.

Ernie has been a resident of Trinidad since 2007 and a patron of SCRT/MSL since its second season.  During his tour of duty in the US Navy, he was an electronics technician.  After separation, he spent his entire career in the computer industry, with the last 17 years at Compaq/HP.  Extra-curricular activities include SCUBA diving, bicycling, hot-air ballooning, woodworking and astronomy (he doesn’t ever expect to be bored!). He uses his computer skills to maintain the MSL Facebook page and provide various graphics and videos.

Paul was exposed to performing arts at an early age, and he has continued to pursue various arts throughout his life: playing the viola; discovering wood working that led to building flats, risers & sets in high school; a 36-year career in silk screen printing and graphic arts; showing his Fine Art in galleries. In January 2022 Paul auditioned for Maybe Baby, It’s You and has been involved in nearly all of MSL’s 2022 plays as either actor, stage manager, or assistant director. Paul currently works in healthcare as a Personal Care Provider here in Trinidad.

Sharon moved to Trinidad from Houston, TX in 2011 and was delighted to discover live theatre in Trinidad. She and her husband have been avid supporters of SCRT. Before retiring in 2016, she worked as a business analyst on a variety of e-commerce and web portal projects (translation: she is a “techie”). Those analytical skills serve her well as a member of the SCRT Board. As the President of the Trinidad Music Association, she serves as a liaison between SCRT and the TMA. Recently she has taken on the responsibility of managing the snack bar for the theatre.

Kris has sustained a 40-year career in the entertainment industry. After several appearances on stage as an actor in the early 70’s, Kris focused his talents on the management side of show business. A Personal Talent Manager and Booking Agent in Dallas, Texas from 1978 – 1985, Kris worked independently and by contract with The Allen Agency and Cabaret Attractions. He managed The Amarillo Civic Center and The Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts in Amarillo, Texas from 1986 – 2009, and in 2009 he retired officially. During his 23 years of service to the City of Amarillo, he produced over 300 shows, concerts and events. After retiring he returned to the stage as the popular comedic character, Tucker Yelldell, in the musical drama TEXAS in Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Kris was appointed Executive Director of the Texas Panhandle Heritage Foundation, the non-profit organization that produces TEXAS in 2011 and retired in 2016. In 2017 he moved to Trinidad and joined SCRT. Kris now returns with excitement to join the team at Main Street LIVE.

Melissa lived and worked in Houston TX from 1976 until happily moving to Trinidad in early 2020. She works in IT supporting stock, bond, and energy commodity trading operations and still works remotely in a Houston office. “My affinity for working with ‘theater people’ and being part of a production in a non-acting role began as backstage crew for the Bayou City Concern Musical series in 2002. Until retirement in 2025, my current activity with Main Street LIVE is focused on grant writing.”