Our Team

  • Lee Osterhout-Kaplan Headshot

    Lee Osterhout-Kaplan

    Co-Founder & Artistic Director

    Since 1991, Lee has shaped young artists in Fort Collins for over 30 years. Through high-quality theatre experiences, she teaches essential life skills like confidence, collaboration, and creativity, fostering student growth in a safe environment.

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    Gregg Osterhout

    Co-Founder & Technical Director

    Co-founder and Technical Director since 1991, Gregg has provided the essential technical and operational expertise, like construction and lighting, that has allowed Debut Theatre to flourish, fostering student creativity and skill development.

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    Tracee Carcasson

    Director of Community Engagement

    Tracee plays a vital role in promoting Debut by managing social media, volunteers, and community connections. As a dedicated parent and patron for over two decades, she is a great resource for getting involved and advocating for youth arts.

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    Azran Starkweather

    Office Director

    Azran grew up doing theatre with Debut Theatre Company and is delighted to be back at Debut working in the front office! They’re happy to help out with any questions or concerns you might have regarding Debut Theatre.

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    Tony Carr

    Director

    After one wonderful semester at Debut, Tony fits right in with our playful and creative group of teachers! He is very capable, easy-going, and great with all ages. He works with students in grades 3-5 and 6-8.

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    Peyton Cunningham

    Director

    A Debut alum herself, Peyton is so joyous and warm! She is a great role model for the kiddos she teaches. She works with students in grades K-5.

  • Cassie Freedman

    Cassie Freedman

    Director

    Our newest edition to the team, Cassie is so excited to begin teaching this semester! She’s funny and outgoing, and we’re so glad to have her. She works with students in grades 6-8.

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    Kaleb Hacker

    Director

    Dedicated and always willing to help, Kaleb teaches a third of our classes. He has gotten to know most of our students and loves watching them grow! He works with students in all grades.

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    Robyn Krause

    Director

    Robyn has a long and special history with Debut, having been both a student and a teacher here for many years. We’re delighted to welcome her back! She works with students in grades 6-8.

Our Advisory Board

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    David Shurna

    ENTREPRENEUR & AUTHOR

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    Cori Hixon

    OWNER, THE WRITE WAY

  • Christine Dianni Headshot

    Christine Dianni

    RETIRED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PROFESSOR

  • Max Halley headshot

    Max Halley

    ACCOUNTANT, PLAYERS ALUMNI

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    Mindy Miller

    VP FINANCE & CORP. SECRETARY, MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTORS, INC

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    Lois Gore

    RETIRED POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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    Sydney Parks Smith

    FORMER ARTISTIC DIR., OPENSTAGE THEATRE