Media Kit

Where Every Seat is a
Front Row Seat

Coal Creek Theater of Louisville is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established in 1990. Located a leisurely stroll from historic downtown Louisville, Colorado, our community theater has built a legacy of showcasing unique, funny, and lesser-produced plays that resonate with locals. Powered by dedicated volunteers, we’ve spent decades bringing heartfelt stories to life, celebrating creativity, and connecting our community through the magic of live performance.

  • Our Mission

    Our mission is to preserve and promote theater arts in eastern Boulder County and the surrounding areas, offering a vibrant and inclusive space for volunteers to perform, create, and participate. We are dedicated to producing unique, thought-provoking, and challenging works that entertain, enrich, and inspire. By fostering local talent and engaging with our community, we aim to celebrate the transformative power of live theater and ensure its legacy for future generations.

  • Our Vision

    We strive grow and sustain a thriving community of passionate storytellers who bring powerful, transformative theater to Eastern Boulder County and beyond. We are dedicated to expanding opportunities for volunteers, artists, and audiences to connect through unique and inspiring productions and performances. We envision a Louisville that not only celebrates but actively participates in the historic and deeply human practice of live performance.

  • Our Values

    Community. By bringing people together through the magic of live theater, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone belongs.

    Creativity. We celebrate the boundless possibilities of the stage, encouraging innovation and originality while giving artists the freedom to create in fresh, exciting ways.

    Collaboration. Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. We thrive on the collective effort that turns shared visions into unforgettable storytelling.

Logos & Assets

Our Board of Directors

  • Brian Dowling

    Chairperson of the Board
    YouTube Chairperson

  • Dan Schock

    Vice Chairperson of the Board
    Box Office Chairperson/Administrator
    Director at Large

  • Steven Rausch

    Artistic Director

  • Lynn Fleming

    Publicity & Marketing Chairperson
    Secretary
    Historian
    Scheduling

  • Nita Froelich

    Dramaturgy Chairperson
    Director at Large

  • M. Shane Grant

    Box Office
    Member at Large

  • Jaccie Kitts

    Social Committee Chairperson
    Social Media Coordinator
    Technical Director

  • Kathleen Boyle Rausch

    Treasurer
    Costume Chairperson

Our Leadership & Staff

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Production History

Reviews & Testimonials

  • "Every play I've seen by CCTL has been well worth seeing, and I look forward to the next one!"

    Susan Sisk, Guest

  • "Great venue with excellent restaurants and shops nearby. Perfect for date night!"

    Rafael Hernandez, Local Guide

  • "It was great fun. The play included talented actors and was well produced. I look forward to returning!"

    Chris Sharp, Guest

In the Press

  • Colorado Hometown Weekly - “Coal Creek Theater of Louisville celebrates 25th season” by Kimberli Turner (read)

  • The Boulder Weekly - “Behind the Curtain” by Toni Tresca (read)

  • Colorado Hometown Weekly - “Farce, physicality shine in ‘Moon over Buffalo’” by Kimberli Turner (read)

  • Colorado Hometown Weekly - “Coal Creek Theater of Louisville staging raucous look at the making of ‘Gone with the Wind’” by Kimberli Turner (read)

  • Colorado Hometown Weekly - “‘Brighton Beach Memoirs’ to run weekends in Louisville through March 10” (read)