Governance & Leadership

Quest Visual Theatre is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors who bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to advancing visual theatre. The Board works in close partnership with our staff and affiliate artists to uphold the organization's artistic vision and community impact.

Founded in 1997 and based in Lanham, Maryland, Quest Visual Theatre has grown under the stewardship of leaders who believe in the power of inclusive, visually-driven storytelling.

The Board of Directors provides fiduciary oversight, strategic planning, and fundraising guidance. Members serve as ambassadors for the organization, helping to expand its reach and deepen its connections within the community and the broader arts landscape.

The Board of Directors at Quest Visual Theatre serves as the guiding backbone of the organization, bringing together individuals from diverse professional backgrounds who share a deep commitment to the transformative power of visual storytelling. These dedicated volunteers provide strategic oversight, ensuring that the company's artistic vision remains bold and its community impact continues to expand. Working closely with the artistic director and staff, the board helps shape policies and initiatives that keep Quest Visual Theatre at the forefront of innovative performance. Their collective expertise spans arts administration, education, finance, and community outreach, creating a strong foundation for the theatre's ongoing mission to change lives through the arts.

Governance at Quest Visual Theatre is built on a partnership between the Board of Directors and the organization's leadership team, fostering an environment where creative risk-taking is supported by sound fiscal and strategic planning. Board members actively engage with affiliate artists, educators, and volunteers to ensure that the theatre's programs remain responsive to the communities they serve. This collaborative model allows Quest to maintain its distinctive artistic identity while pursuing growth in educational outreach, professional residencies, and community engagement. Each board meeting and committee contributes to a larger conversation about how visual theatre can inspire dialogue, bridge cultural divides, and create meaningful change in audiences of all ages.

The Board of Directors reflects the rich ethnic and cultural panorama that Quest Visual Theatre celebrates through its productions and workshops. Members are selected not only for their professional qualifications but also for their passion for the arts and their belief in theatre as a catalyst for personal and social transformation. This governing body plays an essential role in stewarding resources, advocating for the organization, and ensuring that Quest's programming remains accessible and relevant. Through their leadership, the board helps carry forward the theatre's founding vision of changing the arts, changing lives, and changing the world, one production, one workshop, and one community partnership at a time.

Board Members

Our Board of Directors comprises individuals from varied professional backgrounds — including the arts, education, business, and nonprofit sectors — united by a passion for visual theatre and inclusive arts programming.

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Quest Visual Theatre's Board members contribute their time and expertise to ensure the organization fulfills its mission of creating, producing, and presenting visual theatre that reflects a diverse cultural panorama.

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Each director plays a vital role in governance, helping to shape policy, oversee financial health, and support the artistic and educational initiatives that define Quest Visual Theatre.

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Board members collaborate with the President/Artistic Director and staff leadership to advance the organization's strategic goals and community engagement efforts.

Working Together

The Board of Directors works alongside the organization's staff leadership team, including Tim McCarty (President/Artistic Director), Mervin Primeaux (Assistant Director), Kristin McCarty (Development Director), Erica Siegel (Education/Outreach Coordinator), and Tanya Murray (Festival Coordinator). Together with affiliate artists and volunteers, they sustain Quest Visual Theatre's commitment to innovative, accessible theatre.

For inquiries about the Board of Directors or governance matters, please contact us.