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Beryl Jolly serves as CEO of The National Theatre Foundation, ensuring the preservation and vitality of one of the most illustrious and historical theatres in the country. Ms. Jolly was previously a Vice President at The Trustees of Reservations, overseeing cultural properties throughout Massachusetts. She also served as the Executive Director of the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, presenting headliner talents of diverse genres to hundreds of thousands of audience members.
Ms. Jolly has worked in management roles in theatres on and off-Broadway, and in fundraising and development at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). She received a Massachusetts Senate Citation for fifteen years of superior artistic leadership as Executive Director of the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center and served on the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission’s Economic Development Strategy Committee. She currently serves on the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires Board of Directors.
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Madeline Meszaros joined NTF as Executive Assistant in January 2023. Since taking on additional responsibilities such as HR and finance, Madeline was promoted to Administration Manager in September 2023. Madeline is an experienced arts administrator and educator with a passion for supporting the arts community in the D.C. metro area. She has worked as an educator in voice and acting at West Virginia University and in drama in Prince George’s County. Most recently, Madeline served as the Cultural Arts Manager at the Pozez Jewish Community Center in Fairfax, Virginia. While at “The J”, she assisted in programming their Performing Arts Series, Literary Series, the Northern Virginia Jewish Film Festival, and the Reel-Abilities Film Festival. Additionally, she assisted with the exhibit curation of the Bodzin Art Gallery. Madeline is a seasoned performer in both theatre and music and continues to enjoy performing in her spare time. Madeline holds her M.F.A. in Acting from West Virginia University and her B.A. in Theatre from Appalachian State University.
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Necole Lelarue brings a wealth of experience and expertise to The National Theatre. Foundation team. With a rich background in non-profit development, Necole has excelled in fundraising, membership development, program management, sponsorships, grant writing, and event planning. Her career has taken her through esteemed organizations such as LULAC, Sony Entertainment, and the Starlight Foundation.
A proud alumna of the University of Miami and a native of the beautiful island of Barbados, Necole brings a diverse perspective and a global outlook to her work. Her passion for theatre and commitment to making a difference at national theatre with development and membership cultivation.
Beyond her professional achievements, Necole is deeply engaged in social justice causes. As a member of the AKA Sorority Inc., she actively contributes to initiatives promoting education, health equity, and community empowerment. Necole also dedicates her time to the American Heart Association’s community programs team, advocating for cardiovascular health awareness and prevention efforts. Additionally, she serves as a mentor and role model through her involvement with Big Sister DC, providing guidance and support to young individuals striving to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams.
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Carey comes to the National Theatre Foundation bringing experience as an arts administrator, non-profit financial manager, and theatre professional. Her background includes a BFA in Music Theatre from Shenandoah Conservatory and an MS in Arts Administration from Boston University. She began her career as an Equity stage manager, theater rentals coordinator and assistant box office manager. Upon receiving her master’s degree, she served as Manager of Music Department Operations at George Washington University, and Fiscal Operations Manager with the Corcoran School of Arts and Design, and she most recently comes to us from Green Hedges School where she was Director of Finance and Operations.
Jared Strange joined The National Theatre Foundation as the Education and Community Programs Manager in May of 2023, and previously worked as Dramaturg for Teens Behind the Scenes from 2019 to 2022. He holds a PhD in Theatre and Performance Studies from the University of Maryland, where he was a Mary Savage Snouffer fellow, and an MFA in Playwriting from Texas Tech University, where he later served as the Arts Coordinator for the $24.5million East Lubbock Promise Neighborhood Grant. Jared writes locally for Washington City Paper and DC Theatre Arts; his articles and reviews can also be found in American Theatre magazine, 3Views on Theater, Theatre Research International, Journal of Dramatic Theory and Criticism, Comparative Drama, and Theatre Journal. As a playwright, dramaturg, and director, Jared specializes in new play development, audience engagement, and educational programming, and has developed projects across the United States and in Europe. His educational career has seen him teach students of all ages, devise and implement a range of arts enrichment programs, and work locally with such organizations as Young Playwrights’ Theater.
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Paul Reagan brings a wealth of experience to his role as Director of Operations at the National Theatre Foundation, having assumed the position in December 2023. Before joining our organization, he served as the Operations Director at Arena Stage, where his responsibilities included the oversight of capital projects and daily building operations.
Paul played a pivotal role in the successful reopening of the theater in 2021, demonstrating his adept management skills in ensuring the safety of both patrons and staff. His tenure at Arena Stage was marked by his leadership in executing renovations and capital projects, thereby elevating the overall experience for both patrons and staff members.
With a proven track record of effective operations management and a commitment to enhancing the operational efficiency of cultural institutions, his expertise and dedication contribute significantly to the advancement of our organization’s mission and objectives.
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