More Than Just a Stage
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The Cat offers residence for community theatre companies, artists, and musicians, for all their performances and rehearsal space needs.
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Our 104 seat theatre can be configured to accommodate all your needs, from theatre to community events.
The Cat's Leadership
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Audrey Larkin has been involved in theatre in one way or another her whole life. She is a graduate from Baldwin Wallace University’s Theater Program in Cleveland, Ohio where she specialized in dramaturgy, directing, and acting.
She's been involved in the Carmel Apprentice Theatre almost since it started, when she came in to cover the part
Audrey Larkin has been involved in theatre in one way or another her whole life. She is a graduate from Baldwin Wallace University’s Theater Program in Cleveland, Ohio where she specialized in dramaturgy, directing, and acting.
She's been involved in the Carmel Apprentice Theatre almost since it started, when she came in to cover the part of Lucy in You're a Good Man Charlie Brown and she hasn't left since. When she’s not at The Cat or at rehearsal you can usually find her scribbling in a notebook, behind her laptop, or reading a book.
Kim Drake | General Manager
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Kim is married with five children and four grandchildren. Although not an artist herself, she was introduced to theater in 2017 when her daughter began performing at The Point Theater. Since then, she has been immersed in the theater community and is excited to now be part of the team at The Cat. In her free time, Kim enjoys spending
Kim is married with five children and four grandchildren. Although not an artist herself, she was introduced to theater in 2017 when her daughter began performing at The Point Theater. Since then, she has been immersed in the theater community and is excited to now be part of the team at The Cat. In her free time, Kim enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering at church, and, of course, watching productions come to life on stage.
Ella Owens| Operations Assistant
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Will Wood | Founding Artistic Director
Ella has been part of The Cat family since 2020, but her love for the stage began long before that. She started dancing at just 18 months old and has never stopped moving! Today, Ella not only performs but also teaches dance and is an active member of a ballet company.
When she’s not dancing, you can find her at her favorite place in the w
Ella has been part of The Cat family since 2020, but her love for the stage began long before that. She started dancing at just 18 months old and has never stopped moving! Today, Ella not only performs but also teaches dance and is an active member of a ballet company.
When she’s not dancing, you can find her at her favorite place in the world — The Cat — pouring her creativity into every corner of the theatre. Ella is also a true lover of food, music, books, and all things creative. Fun Fact: Every piece of content you see from The Cat? Ella makes it all from scratch!
Will Wood | Founding Artistic Director
Audrey Larkin | Managing Director of Education and Programing
Will Wood | Founding Artistic Director
After a 30-year hiatus, Will Wood re-entered the world of theatre. Since 2009, he has assistant directed, directed, or produced nearly 20 theatrical productions in Central Indiana.
While trying to find a rehearsal and performance space for a production, Will and his wife/business partner, Deborah Wood found the perfect space. Thus, The Ca
After a 30-year hiatus, Will Wood re-entered the world of theatre. Since 2009, he has assistant directed, directed, or produced nearly 20 theatrical productions in Central Indiana.
While trying to find a rehearsal and performance space for a production, Will and his wife/business partner, Deborah Wood found the perfect space. Thus, The Cat was born, fulfilling Will's vision to operate his own community theatre.
The Drama Department Team
Audrey Larkin | Artistic Director | Director of Acting
Audrey Larkin | Artistic Director | Director of Acting
Audrey Larkin | Artistic Director | Director of Acting
Audrey, a Baldwin Wallace University graduate specializing in dramaturgy, directing, and acting, is trained in Classical Theater, Alexander Technique, and Vocal Health. She is the Managing Director of The Cat and a key figure in Carmel Apprentice Theatre, with extensive experience in directing, writing, producing, and performing.
Jake Williams | Music Director
Audrey Larkin | Artistic Director | Director of Acting
Audrey Larkin | Artistic Director | Director of Acting
Jacob has served as music director for 5 years for several companies, The Carmel Apprentice Theater, Reciprocal Productions, and most recently The Cat’s Drama Department. He has used his experience and knowledge with music and performing to help performers grow into their voices and help them find confidence in their person, on and off stage.
Maureen Hiner-Akins | Choreographer
Audrey Larkin | Artistic Director | Director of Acting
Maureen Hiner-Akins | Choreographer
Maureen is accomplished in Ballet, Tap, Irish, Scottish Highland, Swing, Folk, Latin, and Ballroom Dance serving as choreographer for many Cat shows for the past 8 years. She is certified with the British Association of Teachers of Dancers; studied at Oberlin College; and National Ballet School of Canada. She won the 2018 Encore Awa
Maureen is accomplished in Ballet, Tap, Irish, Scottish Highland, Swing, Folk, Latin, and Ballroom Dance serving as choreographer for many Cat shows for the past 8 years. She is certified with the British Association of Teachers of Dancers; studied at Oberlin College; and National Ballet School of Canada. She won the 2018 Encore Award for Best Choreography in a Musical for Ragtime. She is also an actress and director for the Carmel Apprentice Theater.