Staff

Limelight Theatre

Beth Lambert - Executive Director

A graduate of Auburn University in Theatre and Mass Communication, Beth began her career in Jacksonville writing, directing, producing and hosting Backstreet Video Magazine. After moving to Atlanta, she became the producer and host of Oglethorpe Power's internal video news magazine winning an Addy Award for writing. Continuing her career in Theatre, Beth acted in and directed various productions throughout Alabama, Georgia and Florida. After moving to Atlantic Beach, Beth worked with actors and directors at Atlantic Beach Experimental Theatre, Players By the Sea, and Theatre Jacksonville, giving her the opportunity to become the founding director of Acting Up Children’s Theatre, teaching and directing over 500 students. After pursuing a teaching certificate at Jacksonville University, she became an adjunct drama instructor at Landon Magnet School. Upon moving to St. Augustine, Beth founded Limelight's KidzfACTory, furthering local children's theatre education outreach. When Jean Rahner announced her retirement, Beth took over as Artistic Director and is in her sixth season with Limelight Theatre.

Kristin Pidcock – Box Office Manager

Audience Development Manager Kristin Pidcock is delighted to be returning to the Limelight Theatre for another season!  Kristin has served the Limelight in many capacities over the last five years, starting as a Flagler College intern in 2003, and moving on to working in the box office, teaching kids camps, acting, directing and stage managing. As Box Office Manager she works with Limelight patrons and with local organizations in their fundraising endeavors, encouraging groups to see shows, and introducing newcomers to all the Limelight has to offer.  The Limelight's 17th Season is the biggest and best yet, and Kristin is excited to be a part of it.

 Kate Messenger - Education Coordinator

Kate Messenger, or “Ms. Kate” as her students call her, began her life in theatre at the ripe age of four and has been hooked ever since.  She graduated in 2005 from Flagler College with her Bachelors Degree in Theatre Arts. Kate went on to study and work for a year with the Helen O'Grady drama teaching methods. She became versed in teaching acting to young people through theatre games and guided exploration.  As Education Coordinator, Kate heads up the Limelight Theatre's KIDZ fACTory and Repertory Acting Troupe.  Kate has been fortunate enough to work and train in theatre, film, television and dance, but her biggest professional enjoyment is showing the magic of the stage to children.  In addition to acting, she has worked as a ghost tour guide, film location scout, and stage manager.  This actor, director and big kid herself is looking forward to another season of great children's shows and workshops.

Brennan Holness - Costumer & Marketing Assistant

Brennan is proud to have joined the staff of the Limelight after performing with us in the 2008-2009 season.  He comes to us from the West coast, raised in the very theatrical little town of Ashland, Oregon before relocating to the San Francisco Bay area as an adult (with a few odd stops on the way!).  Brennan studied theatre as a performer and in technical positions in Los Altos Hills, at the Foothill College Theatre Conservatory.  From there, he went on to perform and work behind the scenes both at school and around the Bay, before making a blind leap for the East coast, where he landed in beautiful St. Augustine.  He has worked as an in-character ghost and historical tour guide here, and performed onstage with the Limelight numerous times while lending a hand in the costume shop.  In 2010, Brennan was invited to join the staff as manager of the costume shop and marketing assistant, and is proud to be representing the arts in this awesome town.