2024/2025 Board of Directors

Run by a board of directors consisting of dedicated members of the community, The Empty Space has grown into one of the premiere places to view live theatre in Kern County. Our all-volunteer Board is comprised of experienced individuals who support TES with their time and talents. To learn more about our board members, please click on their individual pictures below. We are dedicated to bringing the experience of live theatre to as many people as possible, along with the help of our supportive and generous community.

Our board of directors holds yearly elections for new board members. Beginning each year in April, a call to new board members will be released through our public relations outlets. All applicants must submit a letter of intent along with a professional resume. Final candidates will be asked to attend a board meeting in May or June before the board makes their final selections. Tenures run for a period of one year from July-June and include a variety of positions and responsibilities.


Our Current Board

Jeremiah Heitman
Executive
Director

Marina Gradowitz
Facilities
Director

Tessa Ogles
Director-At-Large

Kristina Saldaña
Financial
Director

Ron Warren
Operations
Director

Jay-Ar Ignacio
Director-At-Large

Claire Rock
Communications Director

Connor Putman
Personnel
Director

Kelsey Morrow
Director-At-Large

Jesus Fidel
Artistic
Director

Nick Ono
Technical
Director

Oliver Love
Director-At-Large