EXECUTIVE TEAM
KISKY HOLWERDA SHE/HER
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Kisky received her BA in Drama from Kenyon College in addition to studying under globally recognized instructors at schools including the Stella Adler Studio, the British American Drama Academy, and Interlochen Center for the Arts. As an actor Kisky has performed in Portland, New York City, and Bend. Highlights on the local stage include Spamalot! (Sir Robin), Something Rotten (Shakespeare), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) (Player), and Sweeney Todd (Mrs. Lovett). In addition to her work with Ponderosa Players, Kisky has worked as a choreographer for Summit High School (Little Shop of Horrors), and Theater in the Park (Mamma Mia) and as a director for The Greenhouse Cabaret (Tick, Tick... BOOM!) among others. She is also trained in ballet, Irish Dance, jazz, and aerial silks. If you want an ear-full, be sure to ask Kisky about First Folio technique in Shakespeare!
DASH HOLWERDA HE/THEY
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Dash has collaborated with almost every performance company in Central Oregon over the last 16 years, including Theater in the Park, Cascades Theatrical Company, Musical Impressions Studios, and Ellipse Theater Community. Highlights on the Central Oregon stage include Peter and the Starcatcher (Ted), Spamalot! (Patsy), Something Rotten (Minstrel), Fun Home (Joan), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) (Player), and Sweeney Todd (Tobias Ragg). Dash has directed Oliver!, Little Women: The Musical, Legally Blonde Jr., The Last Five Years, and more, outside of Ponderosa Players! Dash has performed with honors choirs at Carnegie Hall and at the Sydney Opera House, and they have received awards in singing from NATS and Hal Leonard. Dash is also trained in jazz, lyrical, ballet, and tap dance styles.
ARTISTIC TEAM
RACHEL ROBINSON SHE/HER
RESIDENT MUSIC DIRECTOR
Dash has collaborated with almost every performance company in Central Oregon over the last 16 years, including Theater in the Park, Cascades Theatrical Company, Musical Impressions Studios, and Ellipse Theater Community. Highlights on the Central Oregon stage include Peter and the Starcatcher (Ted), Spamalot! (Patsy), Something Rotten (Minstrel), Fun Home (Joan), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) (Player), and Sweeney Todd (Tobias Ragg). Dash has directed Oliver!, Little Women: The Musical, Legally Blonde Jr., The Last Five Years, and more, outside of Ponderosa Players! Dash has performed with honors choirs at Carnegie Hall and at the Sydney Opera House, and they have received awards in singing from NATS and Hal Leonard. Dash is also trained in jazz, lyrical, ballet, and tap dance styles.
DORA NOVAK SHE/HER
RESIDENT COSTUME DESIGNER
Dash has collaborated with almost every performance company in Central Oregon over the last 16 years, including Theater in the Park, Cascades Theatrical Company, Musical Impressions Studios, and Ellipse Theater Community. Highlights on the Central Oregon stage include Peter and the Starcatcher (Ted), Spamalot! (Patsy), Something Rotten (Minstrel), Fun Home (Joan), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) (Player), and Sweeney Todd (Tobias Ragg). Dash has directed Oliver!, Little Women: The Musical, Legally Blonde Jr., The Last Five Years, and more, outside of Ponderosa Players! Dash has performed with honors choirs at Carnegie Hall and at the Sydney Opera House, and they have received awards in singing from NATS and Hal Leonard. Dash is also trained in jazz, lyrical, ballet, and tap dance styles.
LEIANA PETLEWSKI THEY/THEM
INTIMACY DIRECTOR: 2026-27 SEASON
Dash has collaborated with almost every performance company in Central Oregon over the last 16 years, including Theater in the Park, Cascades Theatrical Company, Musical Impressions Studios, and Ellipse Theater Community. Highlights on the Central Oregon stage include Peter and the Starcatcher (Ted), Spamalot! (Patsy), Something Rotten (Minstrel), Fun Home (Joan), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) (Player), and Sweeney Todd (Tobias Ragg). Dash has directed Oliver!, Little Women: The Musical, Legally Blonde Jr., The Last Five Years, and more, outside of Ponderosa Players! Dash has performed with honors choirs at Carnegie Hall and at the Sydney Opera House, and they have received awards in singing from NATS and Hal Leonard. Dash is also trained in jazz, lyrical, ballet, and tap dance styles.
CLARA WILLIAMS SHE/HER
STAGE MANAGER: 2026-27 SEASON
Dash has collaborated with almost every performance company in Central Oregon over the last 16 years, including Theater in the Park, Cascades Theatrical Company, Musical Impressions Studios, and Ellipse Theater Community. Highlights on the Central Oregon stage include Peter and the Starcatcher (Ted), Spamalot! (Patsy), Something Rotten (Minstrel), Fun Home (Joan), The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] (Again) (Player), and Sweeney Todd (Tobias Ragg). Dash has directed Oliver!, Little Women: The Musical, Legally Blonde Jr., The Last Five Years, and more, outside of Ponderosa Players! Dash has performed with honors choirs at Carnegie Hall and at the Sydney Opera House, and they have received awards in singing from NATS and Hal Leonard. Dash is also trained in jazz, lyrical, ballet, and tap dance styles.