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ANDREW
RONAN
Executive Director
Andrew Ronan is an arts and cultural leader with more than two decades of experience spanning the performing arts, public space, government, and civic life. His work focuses on expanding access to arts and culture, fostering creative partnerships, and transforming public spaces into vibrant centers of cultural and civic activity. Throughout his career, he has worked at the intersection of artistic programming, community engagement, and institutional leadership, championing the role of arts and culture in strengthening communities and creating opportunities for meaningful public participation.
ISABELLE MARSICO
General Manager
Isabelle Marsico is an experienced arts administrator with more than a decade of experience supporting the performing arts and cultural programming in Queens. Her work focuses on building strong organizational foundations, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where artists, staff, and audiences can thrive. With a deep understanding of the operational and administrative dimensions of a performing arts center, she brings institutional knowledge, practical problem-solving, and a collaborative approach to her work. Throughout her career, Isabelle has been committed to supporting artistic excellence while ensuring that the people and systems behind the scenes contribute to meaningful cultural experiences.
CARMEN
GRIFFIN
Technical Director
With over three decades at LPAC, Carmen Griffin brings technical expertise, artistic creativity, and collaborative leadership. Her career spans music, theatre, and international festivals, both as a technical professional and artist. She believes great performances begin with strong partnerships, thoughtful preparation, and shared creative vision. Passionate about mentoring students and emerging talent, she creates opportunities connecting the college and surrounding communities through the arts. As Co-Founder of the New York City Musicians Collective, Carmen has helped produce events honoring prominent recording artists and creative professionals. Her work reflects a belief in live performance's power to inspire and unite.
HANDAN OZBILGIN
Director of Theater & New Work
Handan Ozbilgin is the Director of Theater and New Work at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC), where she leads new-work development, supports artists, and builds partnerships with theaters and cultural organizations. Since 2013, she has led LPAC’s Rough Draft program, a new-work incubator that has supported more than 100 artists in developing new plays and performance projects. Her work at LaGuardia Community College has included teaching theater and creating and directing productions that bring professional artists and students together. She previously led a global initiative at the college focused on international exchange. Handan is also a theater director and founder of Identity Crisis Theater.
STAFF
KEVIN LIU
Office Manager
IYLEEN TORRES
Production Coordinator
MELISSA ZAVALA
House Manager
RYAN PRADO
Marketing Coordinator
ERIS BELMONT
Office Assistant
ELODIE DUFROUX
Performing Arts Liaison
RAISA ZANNAT
Staff Writer
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