OUR FOUNDERS

GRACIE RUSANOWSKY: One of our co-founders and the music director for the summer musical!

"Hello! My name is Gracie Rusanowsky and I am a sophomore in high school who loves musical theatre, singing, and tech crew. I love theatre because it allows me to make new connections and friendships within our local community, and theatre is truly such a beautiful way of expressing emotions and telling a story. I would love to help in any way in our theatre community, giving advice on acting and singing, helping with tech, anything! I hope to help with OTRYT because I admire anything local and want to be able to give the opportunity of theatre to youth right here in Wichita!"

AETHER HOFHINE: Founder and the director for ALL productions!

"Hello! My name is Aether, and I love theatre. Theatre has helped me grow and learn as a person, express myself in a creative way, and learn to communicate with others. I love musical theatre, with some of my favorites being Ride the Cyclone, Heathers, and Alice by Heart! I would love to help other youth get an opportunity to express themselves and make new connections."

JAY BIGLEY: One of our co-founders and the head stage manager!

"Hello! My name is Jay, and I am a creative person who loves all things art and theatre. I am in Boy Scouts, where I make new connections and learn leadership skills, as well as go on adventures! Music is a big part of my life and I love David Bowie, Bo Burnham, and Weird Al. I also love the TV show South Park because of its comedy and creativity. I want to help more middle and high school aged students blossom in theatre!"