Ensemble Theater Company appoints Scott Devine as new CEO following nationwide search

The Ensemble Theater Company of Santa Barbara (ETC) today announced that it has appointed Scott DeVine as the organization’s business manager following a nationwide search. Mr. DeVine brings nearly 20 years of theater management experience to his role as General Manager to lead the commercial and operational functions of the company.

“The Ensemble Theater Company is entering an important phase in its history with the opportunity to re-engage theatergoers who have long enjoyed the art produced, while simultaneously attracting a new generation of entertainment enthusiasts eager to see performances” , said Scott DeVine. , the new CEO of ETC. “I am thrilled to embark on this next chapter with our esteemed Artistic Director, Jonathan, this Board of Directors and our experienced staff. Together, I am confident that we can reach new heights for this established pillar of the Santa community. Barbara.”

Mr. DeVine most recently worked with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley where he led finance and operations for more than a decade as the organization’s Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining TheatreWorks, he worked for the San Francisco Girls Chorus as Director of Finance and Operations and spent two years as General Manager of the Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto, California. Prior to moving to California, Mr. DeVine held positions of increasing seniority for the Performing Arts Center in Purchase, New York, culminating as the organization’s interim executive director.

He has also held positions with the Brooklyn Arts Council and the Akron Symphony Orchestra. Mr. DeVine has extensive experience in theatre, music and arts administration, having played several musical instruments. He earned a master’s degree from the University of Akron in arts management and has a bachelor’s degree in political science with minors in history and theater.