Beginning with a CETA grant in 1979 to help found Show of Hands with Marc Martinez, Karin has overseen the institution and growth of many Theatre for Youth programs at Playhouse on the Square and The Circuit Playhouse. Programs include Summer Youth Conservatory, After School Acting Program, Theatre School, Teens in Theatre, Saturday Morning Matinee Series, and the Theatre For Youth Touring program. In all, Circuit Playhouse, Inc.’s educational and outreach programs reach nearly 30,000 children each year. Many have been directly influenced by Karen’s guidance, teaching, and love of the arts.

Click here to see the pictures from her surprise breakfast in the Memphian Room at Playhouse on the Square. Or click here to see them on Facebook.