The Little Theatre of Walla Walla is a 501(c)(3), volunteer-driven organization. Our Board of Directors is composed of twelve elected and one appointed member from our community. The Board of Directors and the Executive Director function as a team in the overall operation of the Theatre. If you would like to contact anyone on the board, please click their name to send an email. To contact our Executive Director please send an email.
LTWW By-Laws | Changes for By-Laws
Martin Fortney - Executive Director
Martin grew up in Walla Walla, attended Walla Walla Public Schools, and, when in high school, worked with Paul Wickline who taught drama and speech and who appeared numerous times on The Little Theatre stage. He credits Paul for igniting his passion for Shakespeare, Into the Woods, and Improv.
Martin graduated from Washington State University with a degree in Political Science which provided valuable background for managing federal programs for two local school districts. He most recently served as Project Director for 21st Century Community Learning Center for College Place Public Schools.
Martin brings a wealth of skills to the Executive Director position. During ten years working with the 21st Century Community Learning projects, he gained expertise in grant writing, program administration, and fiscal management, as well as recruitment and training of personnel.
Martin’s primary responsibilities are fundraising and working with board members, volunteers, and patrons to return The Little Theatre to its prominence of offering live theatre to the local community. He is particularly eager to build on the theatre’s increasing emphasis on programs for local youth. Martin has been the Executive Director of the LTWW since August 1, 2022.
Martin also serves on the COWALLA Creative District Steering Board as its first President.
Office Hours
Monday & Tuesday - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday & Thursday - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Friday - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
**Martin tries to schedule his off-site meetings around these times, but there are times that require him to leave the premises or be unavailable. Performance weeks of productions will also see a shift in Office Hours.
Featured
Board of Directors
Featured
Board Of Directors
BEFORE YOU APPLY | BOARD MEMBER APPLICATION
General Responsibility:
The Board of Directors is responsible for the governance of The Little Theatre, both in its mission and as a community asset. We develop policies and procedures, monitor its finances and productions, and act in the best interest of the organization.
Specific Responsibilities:
Attend monthly meetings (2-3 hours, last Monday of each month)
Purchase a membership of the Theatre
Participate in organizational deliberations and decision-making
Active participation on assigned at least two committees (1-3 hours per month)
Financially support the organization to the best of their ability
Willing assumption of leadership roles in board activities
Service as a board representative at Theatre performances and other events (once per production, 4 hours)
Review, approve, and abide by governing documents
Help monitor the Theatre’s financial health and assist in fundraising
Cultivate a positive community image for the purposes of increasing patronage, volunteerism, and donations
Ethical and responsible representation of the Theatre to the public
Each term is two years with eligibility for a second term before a year hiatus is required.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the LTWW’s Board of Directors, please visit Applications to review the Board Cover Letter and Application procedures.