After her second son was born and diagnosed with a disability, she left the classroom and focused on her son’s therapy and medical needs She also has run a nonprofit focused on the needs of the disability community since moving to Frisco in 2009.
In 2017, that same son was the reason she came to NTPA. Having heard that NTPA felt that everyone deserved time in the spotlight, they attended a workshop production. Her son has thrived in the Starcatchers Troupe, and Cindy is thrilled with the fact that her whole family has become involved with NTPA.
Cindy also participates in both community theatre productions and as a voice actor in Deaf Theatre. She also enjoys show managing for Starcatcher productions. She hopes to find other ways to serve NTPA during her time on the executive board.
Debbi serves on the North Texas Performing Arts Starcatchers Board and supports the program as the Gala Liaison, coordinating communication, donor engagement, and auction efforts connected to the annual Stardust Awards Gala. She is a strong advocate for inclusion across NTPA and works to ensure that performers of all abilities have meaningful access to theatre experiences.
In addition to her board service, Debbi participates in NTPA Community Theatre productions, contributing both onstage and behind the scenes. Her involvement with Starcatchers began through her family’s connection to the program and developed into a commitment to strengthening accessibility, community support, and program sustainability.
Debbi values the role performing arts play in building confidence, connection, and creativity, and she is dedicated to supporting NTPA as a welcoming environment for students, families, and performers throughout North Texas.
