We Believe in Theater for All.
No, really. For everyone.
At Columbia Theater Arts Foundation, we want to see our community transformed by the power of live storytelling.
Here’s how…
1. Pay-What-You-Will Tickets
2. Masterful Productions
We deliver professional-caliber performances with the heart and soul of a local community theater. Our productions combine artistic excellence and local talent with an intimate community setting.
2. Opportunities for All Ages
We provide inclusive opportunities for participation and performance across all age groups. Whether you’re a young dreamer, an experienced professional, or a senior exploring new passions, there’s a place for you here.
We eliminate financial barriers by offering live productions on a pay-what-you-will ticketing policy. In doing so, we ensure that theater arts is accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.
Executive Team
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Michael McCormic Jr.
EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Columbia has been Michael’s brainchild since coming back from college and aching for performance opportunities in his home of Clark County. His drive in founding CTAF is to create a community where audiences and performers alike can enjoy the performing arts.
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Dean Waters
EXECUTIVE BUSINESS DIRECTOR
Dean has a rich background in music, theater, and running a non-profit company. His hope in founding Columbia is to build a program that inspires the inner artist in all of us and serves the community for generations.
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Ellie Tauscher
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Ellie has always loved music, theater, dance, and sharing people’s stories in engaging ways. Her passion in founding CTAF is to grow a performance community focused on caring for people over craft, and encouraging personal growth in each individual both onstage and off.
Board of Directors
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Steven Erickson
BOARD CHAIR
Steve is a Financial Advisor & Wealth Strategist (since 2001). The last 10 years he & his family have been involved in theater including playing Mayor Shinn in Journey’s 2024 Production of Music Man. He enjoys inviting people to connect & support community theater and is excited to serve as Board Chair of Columbia Theater Arts Foundation.
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William True
BOARD TREASURER
William is excited to bring his accounting skills as a treasurer to CTAF. With over a decade in classical musicianship through piano, he looks forward to continuing his love for music in theater. Currently pursuing his CPA licensure, William works as an accountant with Dougall Conradie in Portland.
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Heather Hibbs
BOARD SECRETARY
While Heather currently operates as the CEO of Extreme Access Inc., her first love will always be music and the arts. With experience on and off the stage, she hopes to bring a unique perspective that will help shape the foundation of Columbia to achieve all its goals.
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Joseph Tauscher
BOARD MEMBER
Joseph Tauscher grew up in the PNW participating in and appreciating local music performances. His young family is passionate about performing arts and he hopes to help foster quality productions for them to enjoy as performers and audience with Columbia Theater.
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Alisha Erickson
BOARD MEMBER
Art feeds the soul and calms the mind. With this belief, Alisha Erickson serves the CTAF board bringing over 30 years of operations and marketing experience. She has worked with international corporations, small businesses, and non-profits. Seeing the value of art to individuals as well as communities, she's excited to be a part of Columbia Theater.