The board of directors of FLATO Academy Theatre in Lindsay has announced Victoria Shepherd is the historic theatre’s new general manager.
Shepherd has spent her entire 20-year career in the music industry, first serving as the inaugural executive director of CONNECT Music Licensing in Toronto and then the inaugural director of operations for the Canadian Live Music Association.
As well as her experience in the music industry, Shepherd also has over 35 years of experience as a freelance theatre director in Toronto.
“I am thrilled and excited to have the incredible opportunity to join one of Canada’s oldest theatres,” Shepherd says in a media release.
“There is so much artistic potential in the Kawarthas, and I am looking forward to working tirelessly with the board to ensure that we gather, celebrate and embrace this magnificent theatre.”
Shepherd, who began in her new role in March, replaces former general manager Craig Metcalf, who retired in January after more than five years.
