Germantown Community Theatre

Executive Director: William A. Henry Jr.     exec (at) gctcomeplay.org 

The new Executive Director, William Henry, Jr.,  joins Germantown Community Theatre with a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and arts administration. William served as the Box Office Manager for Memphis Botanic Garden and Radians Amphitheater where he oversaw the patron-facing and backend management functions of event management and ticket sales, and assisted in facilitating sponsorships.  Prior to his work at Memphis Botanic Garden, William served as the Patron Services Manager for North Carolina Theatre, a professional presenting and producing theatre company in Raleigh, North Carolina, where he was responsible for creating and ensuring exceptional patron experiences, with a special emphasis on equity and accessibility. Previous to his work at North Carolina Theatre, William spent three years as a high school theatre teacher for White Station High school where he taught classes in theatre appreciation, acting, and play production. William earned his BFA in Theatre Performance from the University of Memphis and a Master of Arts in Arts Administration from Indiana University. Known for his commitment to community engagement, William has a proven track record of fostering growth and collaboration. Under his stewardship, GCT aims to strengthen its ties with the Germantown community, expand its outreach programs, and secure the resources needed to carry the organization into a flourishing future.

Artistic Director: Rachel Crenshaw      production (at) gctcomeplay.org

Since October 2024, Rachel has been the Production Manager of GCT facilitating all artistic aspects for Season 53 including executive producing:  Through the Looking Screen, Twelve Angry Jurors, and Cabaret.  Rachel has been on the artistic staff of over 80 productions in the Memphis and Germantown areas and she studied Graphic Design and Photography at Mississippi State University. With an impressive background in theatre stage management, artistic design, production, and education, Rachel brings an innovative perspective and collaborative spirit to the theatre’s creative programming. Her passion for theatre and dedication to cultivating local talent will help enrich the artistic offerings that Germantown Community Theatre is known for.  Before joining the staff, she worked at GCT as the stage manager for Next to Normal in 2020 and worked on crew for Dracula, the Bloody Truth in 2023.  She studied photography and graphic design at Mississippi State University.  After college she moved back to Memphis to become the in-house stage manager at the Harrell Theatre in Collierville, Tn for two seasons.  Rachel is currently the scenic artist for Evangelical Christian School and is excited to be working on their Fall show, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat soon.  She excited to start this new chapter with GCT. 

Education Coordinator: Eliana Mabe    education (at) gctcomeplay.org

Eliana is thrilled to join the GCT staff leading the Education Department! Originally from Colorado, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Rhodes College in 2023 with her B.A. in Media Studies and a minor in Theatre. She served proudly as the president of Rhodes Theatre Guild and has taught youth theatre for over four years in several local schools. She has won awards across the South for her playwrighting and was also a graduate of the inaugural professional training program at the Williamstown Theatre Festival in 2022. After graduating, she has zealously performed in and produced shows in the Memphis Community. Some of her recent credits include Texas in Cabaret (GCT), Ashlee in Dance Nation (LoneTree Live), Stage Manager for GCT’s Annie Jr., and Sully/ensemble in A Monster Calls (New Moon, Ostrander Winner for Best Ensemble). Eliana has a passion to nurture and care for the next generation of storytellers: actors, designers, crew members, directors, playwrights – everyone! Join her this year in new classes and performance opportunities that will be sure to widen imaginations, grow creative skills, and bolster self-confidence.

Bookkeeper: Steven Sharp      bookkeeper (at) gctcomeplay.org

Steven Sharp (he/him) joined the GCT staff in July of 2022. Raised in Texas, he has lived in Memphis and Germantown since 2003. Steven and his family have been involved in GCT since 2015 in when his son got involved with the camps and student productions. Steven has experience with bookkeeping and financial duties through various career positions. In the interim between our previous and new Executive Director his expertise and attention to detail helped GCT thrive and put good habits in place for a successful future.

Summer 2025 Camp Coordinator & Box Office Support: Meg Williams

All-Star Volunteers: Rose Blakeman, Cathi Johnson, BC Jennings, Teresa Jordan, Bob Parker, Sue Binnie, Olivia Bondurant, Stan Hays, Ashley Wilder, Jeanne Ellett, Roland Mittag, Alissa Kerney & many more! Join our volunteer team HERE