Creative Leaders. Community Builders.
Guided by a commitment to our community, our team brings vision and heart to every experience - from captivating live performances at the Emma Kelly Theater to inspiring exhibitions in our galleries. We are dedicated community builders, passionate about providing a vibrant home for the Visual & Performing arts in the heart of Statesboro.
Administration
Robert Faller
Executive Director | Technical Director
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Pam Bolden
Assistant Director | PR & Marketing Director
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Syrin Johnson
Operations Manager | Photographer
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Abigail DeRubbo
Marketing Operations Manager | Graphic Designer
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Clint Tootle
Facilities Manager |Assistant Technical Director
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Amanda Burkhalter
Accountant
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Theater
Joni Mock
Director, Youth Theater
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Chris Bernard
Theater teacher
Dance
Rebekah Louise Harville
Director, Cotton Rose School of Dance
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Tara Cave
Dance teacher
Anastasia Grace
Dance teacher
Anna Nessmith
Dance teacher
Aaliyah Lonon
Substitute Dance Instructor
Katie Thomsen
Dance teacher
Amanda Micheilson
Dance teacher
Music
Darrell Brown
Director of Statesboro Chamber Orchestra
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Board of Directors
The Averitt Center is proud to be supported by a dedicated board of community leaders who guide our mission and support our growth.
Ralph Cowart
President
Abby Eckles
Vice President
Amanda Burkhalter
Treasurer
Tony Phillips
Secretary
Tracy Joiner
Past President
Hoke Brunson
Board Member
Gabe Cliett
Board Member
Burney Marsh
Board Member
Elizabeth Joiner
Board Member
Trish Tootle
Board Member
Chantel Webb
Board Member
Connie Averitt
Board Member Emeritus
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