Sarah Tschirpke

Sarah Tschirpke is an experienced Stage & Event Manager with a long-standing tenure at the Actors' Equity Association since 1996, overseeing all aspects of event and show development. Alongside this role, Sarah has served as a Stage Hand for IATSE and held various project management positions in different organizations, including Mentor Graphics and Turning Star. Notable leadership roles include Head of Stage & Live Event Management at the California Institute of the Arts and Production Manager for Norwegian Cruise Line. Sarah's technical expertise spans carpentry, rigging, lighting design, and production management for both commercial and non-profit productions. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts from Penn State University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Colorado Denver, with ongoing studies towards a Doctor of Law degree at Columbia University.