CANDIDATES

Candidate name: Joshua C McIntosh
Current position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors: Treasurer

Company: University of Alberta
Work title: ADM Production and Operations - Fine Arts
Province: Alberta      
Membership Category: Organizational  

Why are you interested in a position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors?

Looking back, I find myself surprised that my first term on the Board of Directors has already ended. As a board we have been able to accomplish a great deal in this time but have really only just begun so many important and exciting initiatives. CITT/ICTS is in a precarious position, as many in the theatrical community are, amidst the challenges facing the world we live in. The post COVID operating norms and the ever changing political rhetoric coming out of the United States make for a wildly complex environment. There is still so much to do to help CITT/ICTS refocus its operation to better serve our members, broaden our impact across the country and deepen our relationship with partner organizations. Financially the organization is facing substantial difficulty, we are making improvements but lasting change will only come from sustained support and focus, I am committed to helping find the path forward.

I believe that CITT/ICTS is a critical part of the landscape of the Canadian Live Entertainment Community but as an organization, we have to grow and develop with our membership. My hope is that I can continue to help CITT/ICTS revive its operation and expand its impact if I am re-elected for another term on the Board of Directors.

Your skills, experience and interests that you believe would be of value to the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors:

I bring a variety of perspectives to the Board of Directors, which I see as founded in two distinct areas. My professional skills and experience come from long years of work across a large variety of positions, mediums, forms of production and progressive growth of responsibility across North America. Leadership, strategic planning and financial stability for large scale organizations with a focus on live entertainment is now a regular part of my everyday work. This on its own is of value to the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors but I feel that my professional relationships and activities are far more valuable.

In addition to serving on the Board of Directors for CITT/ICTS, I serve on the board of Directors for the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton. I also serve on the Technology Commission for OISTAT as the Vice-Chair for the Americas. I have been an active member of USITT since the late 90’s, I have been a proud member of IATSE for nearly 25 years and I have sat on both sides of the negotiating table. As CITT/ICTS works to find a path forward in the next few years; an understanding of the variety of needs across the industry and connections into how other organizations are adapting will be paramount. Building and growing relationships across industries and borders will only make CITT/ICTS stronger and be more prepared to support its members.

Bio notes

Academic Department Manager for Production & Operations - for the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta. He serves in a range of support and leadership capacities for the Drama, Music and Art & Design departments, including serving as the chair of the Fine Arts Safety Committee and offering guidance/mentorship covering all things live production. Prior to coming to Academia (and Canada) Josh worked throughout the USA in a wide array of technical production capacities. Most recently Josh was the Technical and Safety Director for Houston Grand Opera. Having previously worked for such producing entities as: Disney Theatrical, Hudson Scenic Studios, HBO, 101 Productions, Chelsea Studios, Seattle Opera, Aurora Productions, the National Dance Institute and others. Josh also spent many years as a contract stagehand on Broadway, National Tours and in Las Vegas on productions including Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Le Reve, Drowsy Chaperone, 13 the Musical and many others. Outside the University Josh offers direct technical consulting services, as well as serving on the National Board of Directors for CITT/ICTS - as Treasurer, on the Board of Directors for the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton, and on the Technology Commission of OISTAT - as Vice-Chair for the America’s. Josh has also been a proud card carrying member of IATSE for nearly 25 years.

Candidate name: Crystal Lee
Current position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors: Director at Large

Company: Why Not Theatre
Work title: Director of Production & Technical
Province: Ontario
Membership Category: Individual

Why are you interested in a position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors?

I’ve always admired CITT/ICTS’s national reach and its commitment to serving the unique needs of the technical arts community. I’m eager to continue fostering clear communication and shared values across our national network. It’s been a privilege to contribute to the board’s efforts in advancing mentorship opportunities, promoting intersectional membership growth, and advocating for stronger EDIA practices within the organization. I would be honored to continue listening to our members—especially during challenging times—and to help drive meaningful, lasting change in our community. 

Your skills, experience and interests that you believe would be of value to the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors:

My skills include project and production management, primarily within the independent theatre sector. I bring experience in advocacy for more equitable and sustainable production practice and maintain strong connections to the IBPOC theatre community in Toronto. As a current educator at Sheridan College, I continue to mentor and advocate for early-career Production Managers in the region.

Bio Notes

Crystal Lee (she/her) is a Chinese-Canadian theatre practitioner originally from northern New Brunswick. She graduated from The National Theatre School in their Production, Design and Technical Arts program and has since worked at the National Arts Centre on their management team.  Crystal broke into her independent career as a freelance Production Manager in Toronto where she received a Harold Award for her contributions to the community, and passion for mentorship.  Crystal is also a member of Means of Production and currently works full-time with Why Not Theatre as their Director of Production and Technical, leading many of their large-scale, international projects. 

Candidate name: Andrea Lundy
Current position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors: Secretary

Company: National Theatre School of Canada
Work title: Director – Production Design and Technical Arts
Province: Quebec
Membership Category: Organizational Not-for-profit

Why are you interested in a position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors?

I have been a member of the National Board now for 4 years and have been the Secretary for 3 of those years. I am dedicated to the national support of CITT/ICTS members, to the continued growth of the membership and to the overall importance of this organization. I feel I have a unique understanding of the industry having been a professional PM and Lighting Designer for many years and now as the Director of a production training program at the National Theatre School of Canada. The growth of the industry is important to me as is the support of the working artist who ensure the arts sector stays strong and vibrant. I continue to be inspired by our membership and dedicated to linking young technical artists and designers to core members of the industry who have been leading it for years. As Secretary I am dedicated to the ongoing governance support of the National Board and work hard to maintain communications with all our Board members. Additionally, I enjoy leading the Plenary discussion each year at Rendez-vous. I believe I provide a strong voice on the Board currently and look forward to being part of the exciting growth of CITT/ICTS in the years ahead.

Your skills, experience and interests that you believe would be of value to the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors:

I have 40 years of experience in the theatre industry – as a Production Manager and Lighting Designer. My reputation in both is strong and I believe I represent the mid to late career theatre professional who is dedicated to the strength of the industry as a whole. As the Director of the Production Design and Technical Arts program at the National Theatre School of Canada for the last 14 years, I believe I have a strong voice in the training of a new generation of theatre artists. These two perspectives give me a unique voice on the board – bridging new artist with dedicated seasoned artists. I am an award-winning Lighting Designer, a well-respected Production Manager and a dedicated and rigorous Educator.

Bio Notes

Andrea is an award-winning Lighting Designer and Production Manager as well as the Director of the Production Design and Technical Arts Program at the National Theatre School of Canada. As a lighting designer she is the recipient of 9 Dora Mavor Moore Awards and 2 Montreal English Theatre Awards for Outstanding Lighting Design. She has worked extensively with Necessary Angel Theatre, the National Arts Centre, Shaw Festival, Tarragon Theatre, Soulpepper Theatre, Canadian Stage, Centaur Theatre, Geordie Theatre, among others. Andrea is the Secretary on the National Board of Directors at CITT/ICTS and Vice-President of the SMarts Board of Directors.

Candidate name: Craig Langlois

Company: City of Prince Albert - E.A. Rawlinson Centre
Work title: Head Theatre Technician
Province: Saskatchewan
Membership Category: Organizational Not-for-Profit (with City of Prince Albert) and Individual

Why are you interested in a position on the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors?

I am interested in holding a position on the Board of Directors to bring a voice from the Prairie Section as there is not much representation outside of the retreat. Saskatchewan and Manitoba have many Technicians that I feel don’t have a big say at the national level.

Your skills, experience and interests that you believe would be of value to the CITT/ICTS Board of Directors:

As a technical director I bring organizational and planning skills. I was a big part of getting the Prairie Section restarted a couple of years ago, along with the rest of the section board. I am currently the Vice Chair (AGM is being held in May). I believe that CITT/ICTS is a big part of the industry and would like to help grow that and expand the membership, As well as bring a new perspective to the board.

Bio Notes

Craig is a graduate of the Theatre Production Program at Grant MacEwan University. He is the Current Head Theatre Technician at The E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts in Prince Albert. The Former Technical Director for SPARK Theatre Company in Prince Albert. In Rosthern he is the Technical Director for The Station Arts Centre. I guess you could say Craig is Technical Director/Technician based in Prince Albert. Craig is also a pretty good guy.