Staff & Board of Directors

David Kuehn came to lead Cotuit Center for the Arts over 15 years ago after a rich, full career overseeing the classical music division at RCA records. David admits that the only thing typical about his day is that it begins by having morning joe with “Morning Joe” alongside his husband. No morning would be complete without a nice relaxing soak in the hot tub. This ritual prepares David for a whirlwind of daily activities that can include meetings to discuss programming ideas, collaborations with other arts organizations, or more likely, get-togethers to ask someone to support the Center with a donation. After scanning hundreds of emails, David’s daily priorities might be drafting a new business plan in support of the future dream campus; educating himself about ownership of a gas station; talking to producers, directors, and patrons about future plays, musicals, and concerts; and checking in with staff about their needs. The Center is humming every day, including evenings, so David’s day does not end at 5pm. David might head to a rehearsal, class, performance, concert, board meeting, gallery committee meeting, Wine & Music Wednesday, or Volunteer Orientation. Driving home around 11pm, David always reflects on how lucky our community is to have this Center, how exciting future expansion will be, and how grateful he feels to live in the arts in one of the most beautiful places in the country. Gratitude is a daily practice. On the rare times that David is not at the Center, you can find him catching up on trashy TV or playing his woefully out-of-tune piano. And if you thought you saw David biking up 6A, you were right. David is an avid biker, relaxing at the beach when he can.

Kim keeps everything—truly everything!—functioning smoothly at the Center. A typical day might include preparing payroll, approving invoices, filling the candy dish, creating the weekly newsletter, applying for theater production rights and tax-exempt status for our properties, and gracing the stage with Cape Cod CAN in her alter-ego as emcee Kimmy B. Kim’s favorite experience at the Center is going to the Gallery when Michelle is hanging a new art exhibit. When she isn’t at the Center, Kim writes. She is a widely-published poet, and two short plays have been produced. She is an exhibited photographer, NPR essayist, and publishes Word Soup, an online poetry journal that donates all submission fees to food banks. If Kim is not at her desk when you arrive in Admin, she most likely is half inside the copier as big as your car looking for a paper jam.

Jason has been at Cotuit Center for the Arts for over ten years and has done it all! His first CCftA experience was acting in Spamalot in 2013. That summer he took on part time work in the Box Office on weekends, and hasn't left since! In all that time, he has worked on over two dozen productions, acting, directing, stage managing, producing, and creating his own original works. Favorites over the years include Metamorphoses, The Flood, Stupid F*cking Bird, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, These are the Bonus Years, Constellations, One Man, Two Guv'nors, and Stop/Kiss. He has also been a docent in the galleries for student and adult groups, started a poetry writing YouTube series with coworker and inspiration Kim Baker, still manages the Box Office, and is the programming and production manager for the Sigel Black Box Theater. If you have any questions about any part of Cotuit, he's the one to ask!

Leah Maxwell, our dedicated Education Programming Manager at our state-of-the-art McGraw Ceramics Studio. Hailing from Cape Cod, Leah brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role, with a BFA from the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in Studio Art and Sculptural Ceramics. Before joining the Cotuit Center for the Arts team, Leah spent many years perfecting her administrative skills. Her passion for customer service and connecting with people is a key aspect of her role. Still, it's her role as a facilitator that truly shines. Leah is always eager to share her knowledge and introduce people to the wonderful medium of ceramics. Her enthusiasm for introducing others to the joys of working with clay is evident in her daily interactions on campus. If you're at the Center, don't hesitate to stop by the McGraw Ceramics Studio for a tour and a chat with Leah.

Jayna is our Social Media and Events Manager at the Center. She graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in 2021, with a BFA in Photography and Arts Management. Jayna runs all of our social media pages from Facebook to Instagram to TikTok to ensure that the world can see all the incredible things taking place at Cotuit Center for the Arts. She also manages the many events that take place year round. With a passion for visual arts, she is also involved with getting new artists to exhibit their work in our gallery space. When she is not at the Center, you can find Jayna exploring new places, reading, going to the beach, or taking photographs.

Reach out to Rachel with any questions you might have about membership, sponsorship, or donations at Cotuit Center for the Arts! Born and raised in Barnstable, she graduated magna cum laude from Wellesley College in 2022 with a degree in Economics and Environmental Studies. Rachel is also a singer/songwriter who plays the piano and guitar and is a part of The Folk Collective at Club Passim. When she’s not scheming about development opportunities, she may be learning to play Brandi Carlile songs, reading a good book, or spending time with her family enjoying long walks on the beach.

Sarah Rossi is highly knowledgeable and skilled in ceramics and a talented artist. Her extensive understanding of studio operations is complemented by her unique artistic vision and, most importantly, her innovative approach. Sarah's journey in ceramics began with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in ceramics/sculpture from the University of Arizona. She further honed her skills with a Master of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from the University of Montana. Born and raised in Barnstable, she proudly calls Cape Cod home. Sarah's interest in ceramics began at three years old when she discovered natural clay in her backyard. The sensation of its smooth texture on her fingers was unlike anything she had ever experienced. As she grew older, she became fascinated by the seemingly magical process of shaping clay into beautiful objects. This early encounter sparked a lifelong passion for ceramics, fostering a dedicated love for her work that she continues to share with the world.

Alan graduated from the College of the Holy Cross with a major in accounting and finance providing the foundation needed to pursue his professional goals, including meeting the requirements for the CPA exam. He began his career with five years in public accounting before transitioning into private accounting, where he spent more than fifty years. Alan served on several boards, usually in officer positions, focused on education and nonprofit charter schools. With four children in the Wachusett school system, active in both academics and sports, he felt a strong commitment to supporting the community that supported them.

In 2004, Alan retired and moved full‑time to Cape Cod where he continued his community service. Upon joining the Center’s board of directors, Alan was elected to the treasurer position and has been instrumental in developing the systems and reporting used today. He has served in several leadership roles – Finance Committee chair, Treasurer, and Executive Committee member – bringing his deep knowledge and experience to benefit the Center. Alan recently stepped back from leadership positions but continues to participate as a working member of the Board and Finance committee.

Ashley LaCroix is a Relationship Manager with the Gulmann Willis Group at Merrill Lynch and brings 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. A member of the Cotuit Center for the Arts for the past 12 years, Ashley is deeply committed to the organization’s continued growth and success.

Throughout her time at the Center, Ashley has performed on both the Main Stage and the Sigel Black Box stage, while also contributing behind the scenes as a Producer and Stage Manager for numerous shows.

Combining her professional expertise with her firsthand experience as a performer, Ashley is excited to serve in her role as a member of the Board of Directors, helping to support the Center’s mission and vibrant artistic community.

Robin Joyce Miller is a retired award-winning NYC teacher, artist, author, poet, public speaker, and activist. She taught special education for 15 years. After taking a year-long study sabbatical, she returned as an art teacher for the next 14 years.

During her years as a teacher of visual arts, Robin became a facilitator for NYC’s Blueprint for the Arts and earned the honors of both NYC and NY State Region 8 Art Educator of the Year Awards. She has conducted staff development art workshops for teachers across the city in many venues, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and MOMA – the Museum of Modern Art. In 1992, Robin created a print ad for Pepsi honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. under the pseudonym, r.j. scribbles.

Since moving to Cape Cod, Robin became a resident artist at Zion Union Heritage Museum. Along with her husband, Jim, she created and presented ten Black Lives Matter productions at the Center that focus on African American history. All are available on YouTube. Robin and her husband earned individual Commonwealth awards from State Representative, Steven Xiarhos for their community service. Robin exhibited her artwork and poetry at the Kennedy Museum in Hyannis in 2025. Robin has also self-published the following books: Rhythms of a Faithful Journey, A Humble Village, The Faithful Journey: From Slavery to Presidency, and Who Do You Say That I Am – A Man Called Jesus. She is currently working on a book and film on the African American Journey.

Nora C. Monteiro is a proud Cape Cod native, born at Cape Cod Hospital and raised in South Dennis.  Nora now lives in the village of Centerville with her husband, Craig, and their daughter, Piper.

A recent convert to the world of theater, Nora made her stage debut in Sister Act, where she happily discovered she has "two left feet." More importantly, she found a welcoming artistic community that inspired her with its creativity, sense of family, and genuine support. That experience sparked a deep appreciation for Cotuit Center for the Arts and its mission.

Giving back to her community has long been one of Nora's passions. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Cape Cod Community Pantry and has volunteered with numerous organizations focused on education, housing, and community support. Her dedication to service reflects her belief in strengthening the community through collaboration, opportunity, and compassion.

As a member of the Board of Directors at Cotuit Center for the Arts, Nora is excited to contribute her enthusiasm, fresh perspective, and commitment to diversity and community engagement. She looks forward to supporting the Center's outstanding programming and encouraging others to step outside their comfort zones and experience the arts. Nora is honored to serve as a board member and is proud to support the Center's mission of enriching the Cape through the arts. She is excited to help shape the Center's future while fostering an inclusive and vibrant cultural community.

Michelle St. John is the Managing Producer of Content and Production for We Are the Seeds, an Indigenous non-profit arts organization based in Philadelphia and the Executive Producer of From Here, With a View - a podcast, centering Indigenous perspectives on life, art and everything in between. Michelle is also a two-time Gemini Award winning actor and filmmaker and has more than forty years of experience in theater, radio, film, television and voice. Her film Colonization Road garnered a Golden Sheaf Award from the Yorkton Film Festival and a Canadian Screen Award nomination for the Donald Brittain Award — Best Social/Political Documentary. Michelle currently performs with the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers and is is founding member of Nutahkeemun Artist Collective. In 2025, Michelle and Paula Peters, co-curated All Our Relations: Art of the Wampanoag Nation, the largest collection of Wampanoag art ever gathered—for a one-month exhibit at Cotuit Center for the Arts. She also directed the premiere of Siobhan Brown’s one-woman show A Piece of Silver in the Black Box Theater and she continues to work towards bringing more Indigenous content to all facets of CCftA.

Having spent summers on Cape Cod since childhood, Deborah and her husband, Jon, purchased a home in Cotuit in 2006. Already familiar with and fond of the village, they made Cape Cod their full-time home in 2013. Avid theatergoers, Deb and Jon regularly enjoy productions in New York City as well as throughout the Cape. They have a special affection for Cotuit Center for the Arts, describing it as "a gem right down the street."

Deborah's commitment to community service began in her twenties in her hometown of Worcester, Massachusetts. Over the years, she has served on numerous boards and committees, including the Worcester Jewish Federation, the Worcester Jewish Community Center, the Worcester Foundation for Biomedical Research, and the ALS Division of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Since moving to Cotuit, she has continued her dedication to philanthropy through fundraising efforts for Compassionate Care ALS.

Professionally, Deborah earned a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and held clinical positions at Harrington Hospital, UMass Medical Center, and Thom Child and Family Services. She maintained a private practice until 
retirement and currently consults in the field.

Deborah brings to Cotuit Center for the Arts a lifelong commitment to volunteer leadership, community engagement, and a deep appreciation for the performing arts. She is honored to support the Center's mission and its role as a vibrant cultural resource for Cape Cod.

A resident of Mashpee, John Weltman has been a longtime supporter of Cotuit Center for the Arts. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from Yale University, a Master of Arts from Oxford University, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia. John has practiced law for more than 40 years and, over three decades ago, founded Circle Surrogacy and Egg Donation. Today, it is the world's largest surrogate parenting agency and is approaching the milestone of its 4,000th birth.

John's theatrical career began with the Boston Children's Theatre in 1970 and continued through his years at Yale, where he performed until 1979. After a 36-year hiatus from the stage, he returned in 2015 to appear in Art in Cotuit's Black Box Theater. The production was nominated for a Broadway World Award for Best Ensemble.

Since then, John has become a familiar presence at Cotuit Center for the Arts, portraying Alan Turing in Breaking the Code, Truman Capote in Tru, Vanya in Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, and Uncle Max in The Sound of Music. He also directed Death of a Salesman, which received multiple Broadway World Award nominations. John is the creator of Twisted, which has enjoyed an eight-season run on the Main Stage. He directed last year's production and has played an integral role in its ongoing success. Beyond Cotuit, John has performed with the Falmouth Theatre Guild, where he received a Broadway World Award for his portrayal of Lumière in Beauty and the Beast, as well as with Eventide Theatre Company and the Academy of Performing Arts.

John has served for more than 40 years on the boards of theater organizations, educational institutions, and a national ethics organization that establishes standards for egg donor and surrogate parenting agencies. John has been a generous supporter of Cotuit Center for the Arts for many years. Among his many contributions is the donation that created Tangletuit, the Center's outdoor theater.