Tommie Jackson has been involved with Broke Thespian’s since their initial season in 2019. He has served as Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President and now as President of BTTC. Tommie also serves as the Project Manager and Grant Writer for the annual summer musical. He’s directed, performed in and worked tech for countless BTTC productions. In addition to his work with BTTC, he is the theatre director at San Marcos High School and a singer/songwriter/producer.

Katie Henderson is currently an ATX resident where she works as a multifaceted creative in the local theatre scene, particularly as an Arts & Culture Specialist at the Dougherty Arts Center and Zilker Hillside Theatre. She graduated from Texas State in 2019 with a degree in Performance and Production and now applies her talents in direction, stage management, design, and improving access to arts through community outreach. Her work has been recognized by various professional award circuits, including B. Iden Payne and BroadwayWorld. She also currently produces our New Works Series, bringing fresh plays to the community of San Marcos!

Donielle is a current 4th grade teacher for Del Valle ISD and a Texas State University alumni! They started their journey with Broke Thespians Theatre Company back when it was just founded, in 2019. They have carried out various roles throughout the years for the company, including stage managing, acting, volunteering, an active board member, and now as Treasurer! They are very excited to continue working with an organization that brings diversity, inclusion, and acceptance to the arts and the wonderful San Marcos community!! 

Adrian Garcia Velásquez is a visual artist born and raised in San Marcos. He is a former ACC student with a background in Digital Marketing and has dedicated 8 years to the field of visual media having done Audio-Visual and Technical Theatre work throughout high school. Adrian is committed to expanding his technical and administrative expertise while actively contributing to the growth of community theater in his hometown. Along the way, he has had the privilege of meeting inspiring individuals and is proud to continue creating art alongside such a talented team.

Jack Monzingo is a Ballroom Dance Instructor for Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Westlake. Jack is also a graduate of Texas State University and has been a member of Broke Thespians since 2019. Jack has been an actor in many Broke Thespians productions including Willy Wonka as the Candy Man, and 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as Chip Tolentino. Jack is excited to take on new opportunities and meet new faces in San Marcos as a member of the Broke Thespians board alongside so many other fantastic board members! 

Ash Knutson is a Training Manager at OneSupport who loves creating engaging experiences for her participants. Her passion for theatre, fine arts, and live performance began at Geilenkirchen Elementary (a DoDEA school for children of military personnel) in 1998. She furthered her studies at UTSA, where she was a member of the Bargain Basement Players, and continued her learning journey at Texas State University into the 2010s. Ash has honed her craft in film, starting with independent projects like "Z-End" and most recently assisting on the SFX team for Alan Danziger's "The Weedhacker Massacre" (post-production). 

In 2022, she returned to the stage with Broke Thespians' Murder's in the Heir. She has since volunteered her time as an actor, technical advisor, and most recently had the pleasure of assisting with Front of House duties -- she's happy to go wherever she's needed! Having always admired Broke Thespians' collaborative spirit, Ash is thrilled to contribute her diverse skills and experience to the company. As a San Marcos resident of over 15 years, she is absolutely ecstatic that she can help bring Live Theatre to the community along with the help of her fellow Board Members!