The Liberty Theatre Company (TLTC) is thrilled to announce that Emily Meister has been appointed as their new Executive/ Artistic Director. Meister will officially step into the role on July 1, 2025, following a transitional onboarding period beginning mid-June alongside current ED/AD, Naomi McDougall Jones, who will continue with the company in a new role as Executive/Artistic Advisor.
After an extensive national search, TLTC’s board and leadership unanimously selected Meister for her extraordinary qualifications, artistic vision, and proven leadership in arts education and program development.
Meister brings over 14 years of experience from AMDA College of the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, where she currently serves as the Director of The Artists’ Lab and the BFA Performing Arts Content Creation Program. Her tenure at AMDA has been marked by innovation and excellence, most notably through the creation and leadership of their groundbreaking BFA Content Creation Program — a first-of-its-kind initiative that has redefined how performing artists are trained for the evolving demands of the industry.
“We are absolutely over the moon to welcome Emily to The Liberty Theatre Company and to the Wood River Valley,” said Naomi McDougall Jones. “Only in my wildest dreams did I imagine we’d find someone as spectacular as Emily to lead this organization into its next chapter. From the first round of interviews, it was clear that she was not only an extremely qualified candidate — she was a visionary, a dynamic leader, and a truly gifted artist. The future of TLTC is bright under her leadership.”
A multidisciplinary artist and seasoned program director, Meister brings both creative passion and strategic acumen to the role. Her work at the intersection of performance, education, and content development aligns seamlessly with TLTC’s mission to produce groundbreaking, inclusive theatre while deepening its connection with our Wood River Valley community and beyond.
“I’m honored and so excited to join The Liberty Theatre Company,” said Meister. “This company has already made a bold and inspiring mark, and I’m deeply moved by the opportunity to help shape its future. My family and I are eager to become part of this vibrant community, and I look forward to building on the incredible foundation that the TLTC team has already created.”
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