Our Team
Staff
Norma Alrutz, President, Executive Director
nalrutz@saltworks.org
Trevor Buda, Production Assistant
tbuda@saltworks.org
Louise van Mook, Program Assistant
lvanmook@saltworks.org
Board of Directors
Amber Fantini, Chair
Danielle Blackburn
Kay Burkot
Karen DiVito
Sally Getty
Susan Huckestein
Loan Hutton
Laura Penrod Kronk
Emma Lee
Leah McCord
Kelly Morgano
Audra Redick
Jennifer Tepe
Kathy Woll
Nancy Traina, Emeritus
Board of Advisors
Dr. Gillette Elvgren
Tim Hartman
Robert Kaiser
William Roemer
Dr. Mark Stevenson
Nancy Traina
Cele Fichter-DeSando, MPM, CFD Consulting, LLC
Actors
About Lauren
Where are you from?
Pittsburgh, PA
What college did you graduate from?
University of Pittsburgh with a BPhil in Theatre Arts and Fiction Writing with a minor in History.
What is your favorite place to eat?
Onion Maiden in Allentown!
What is your favorite past time?
I love reading, writing, and playing with my foster kittens!
Do you have siblings? Pets?
No siblings, but many pets! 1 dog (Socrates), 8 cats, and 4 frogs.
What do you like to do with your friends
Go on walks, talk about books, have picnics, and just hang out!
Why did you want to work for Saltworks?
I love theatre and I love teaching and working with kids, and this seemed like a great way to put those two things together in a really fun and rewarding way!
What is your greatest expectation of your time with Saltworks?
I’m expecting to learn a lot, bring these shows to a lot of amazing students and their teachers, and have a lot of fun!
About Lexie
Where are you from?
I am from Shaler!
What college did you graduate from?
I graduated from Seton Hill University with a BFA in Musical Theatre.
What is your favorite place to eat?
Pamela’s Diner!
What is your favorite past time?
I love to read. My favorite books are anything with mystery or horror.
Do you have siblings? Pets?
I have an older brother as well as two dogs, Chloe and Bandit. Chloe is a mini daschaund and Bandit is a jack russell terrier.
What do you like to do with your friends?
We love to go out to eat at restaurants and try new foods. We also love listening to music or watching movies.
Why did you want to work for Saltworks?
I remember when groups would come in and do shows very similar to ours. It was always very inspiring and I want to be able to inspire others too!
What is your greatest expectation of your time with Saltworks?
I hope to create great memories as well as meet as many students as I can!
About Eric
Where are you from?
Madison, Wisconsin
What college did you graduate from?
Temple University, Theatre degree with a concentration in Acting
What is your favorite place to eat?
Five Guys Burgers and Fries
What is your favorite past time?
Reading, watching movies, and playing video games!
Do you have siblings? Pets?
I have a twin brother and an aussie doodle named Bella!
What do you like to do with your friends?
Watch movies, play games, and eat pizza!
Why did you want to work for Saltworks?
I love acting and want to use that skillset to make a difference.
What is your greatest expectation of your time with Saltworks?
I want to meet new people and make a positive impact in their lives!
About Korey
Where are you from?
Right here in Pittsburgh! Castle Shannon to be specific.
What college did you graduate from?
Penn State University with a BFA in Acting. We Are!
What is your favorite place to eat?
I’m an avid lover of chain restaurants, especially Wendy’s and Panda Express.
What is your favorite past time?
Driving around and listening to audiobooks!
Do you have siblings? Pets?
I have two older brothers and one older sister that I am very close with, as well as a bunch of beloved nieces and nephews.
What do you like to do with your friends?
Show each other new music, go for walks, go swimming in lakes and rivers.
Why did you want to work for Saltworks?
I love educational theatre and love the access to talk to young adults about important topics.
What is your greatest expectation of your time with Saltworks?
To meet lovely fellow actors and train to leave so many shows at once!
About Trevor
Where are you from?
Right here in Pittsburgh
What college did you graduate from?
Baldwin Wallace University with a Theatre degree
What is your favorite place to eat?
Any place that has pizza.
What is your favorite past time?
Getting to know someone over a good meal.
Do you have siblings? Pets?
I have three older brothers who are awesome.
I have a parakeet who is loud but cute.
What do you like to do with your friends?
Eat lots of food, play games, and visit beautiful places.
Why did you want to work for Saltworks?
I love to perform and be a positive influence on my community.
What is your greatest expectation of your time with Saltworks?
Spreading joy!