Empowering Creativity in Forest Lake Theater
Forest Lake Theater Arts Boosters is committed to enriching student theater programs by fostering creativity, collaboration, and community support. We champion the artistic growth of youth through fundraising, volunteer efforts, and public engagement.
Supporting Forest Lake Students in Theater Arts
Meet the dedicated volunteers and advocates who drive our mission forward.
Melissa Niederkorn
President
Melissa is a Rotarian with a lot of experience in non-profit world. She’s been involved in Forest Lake Theater for years.
We want YOU!
Vice President
Are you parent in the Forest Lake Area or just a concerned citizen with a love of art and culture? We want YOU!
Mary Riepe
Treasurer
Mary has been the Treasurer of the Forest Lake Theater Arts Booster since 2024. She enjoys helping with the behind-the-scenes work that keeps things running, including fundraising, concessions, scholarships and supporting students and productions however she can.
Mary works as a school kitchen manager for Forest Lake Area Schools and is also studying business management at Century College. She loves being part of a group that helps students feel supported, build confidence, make memories, and find a place where they belong.
Dan Ratté
Secretary
Dan is a Forest Lake theater parent with some small experience in non-profit world.
Sandy Heasley
Fundraising Chair
Sandy recently relocated to Forest Lake from Bethel Park, PA, bringing a lifelong dedication to the performing arts and a wealth of experience to her role as Fundraising Chair. Her deep roots in the arts include years as a dancer, participation in high school and college theater, and active involvement with the Bethel Park theater program and the Ballet Academy of Pittsburgh. Professionally, she serves as a Production Manager at Innomark Communications, where she excels at managing complex projects and driving logistical success. As Fundraising Chair, Sandy blends her corporate organization skills with her personal passion for the stage to secure the vital resources our students need to thrive. She is thrilled to champion the arts in her new community and empower the next generation of Forest Lake performers and crew members.