The Gem City Groundlings is led by a small but dedicated team of three, rooted in the shared passion of our husband-and-wife founders. Their love of Shakespeare, performance, and community sparked the creation of a theatre company committed to making classical theatre welcoming and accessible to all. Together, our leadership team brings creative direction, educational outreach, and hands-on production work to every project we undertake. With deep ties to the Dayton region and a genuine belief that art grows strongest when nurtured locally, we are proud to build a space where storytelling, learning, and community can thrive side by side.