Board Of Directors

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    Rae Peter

    President

    Rae Peter has been involved with Theatre Du Mississippi for the last several years both onstage and off. They studied acting at Perpich Center for Arts Education and Winona State University. Recently they directed Baby I'll Turn the Sky Green for You (TdM) and performed the role of Sloan in Midwestern Goodbyes (TdM).  Rae is a multi-faceted artist, enjoying all kinds of creative endeavors. They make and sell crocheted earrings, as well as visual art (primarily watercolor). They recently released their first poetry book and are in the midst of writing their second one. They have really enjoyed their time on the board and are looking forward to the future of TdM. In their free time, Rae enjoys spending time with their cats, Kirk and Spock.

    Board Member Since January 21st, 2024

  • Sam Lovell

    Treasurer

    Sam Lovell brings strong communication, leadership, and community engagement skills to the theater board, supported by her professional experience as a realtor and public speaker. Her background allows her to build relationships, advocate for the arts, and help organizations connect with broader audiences and supporters. She is passionate about strengthening the theater’s presence in the community and contributing strategic insight, collaboration, and professionalism to support its continued growth.

    Board Member Since January, 12th 2026

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    Riker Weiler

    Secretary

    Riker Weiler is from Hopkins, Minnesota, but has been living in Winona since their Freshman Year at Winona State. They are a graduate of Winona State University with BA's in English Literature and Language and in Theatre Arts. Riker has been involved in theatre since high school, when they first joined as a costumer for their school's winter one-acts. She also served as the 2019-2021 Hopkins Raspberry Festival Princess, where she learned strong communication skills and professionalism. Riker has worked with TdM since 2025 as Stage Manager/Running Crew for TdM's One Acts (2025), Murder Mystery partnered with Winona State's Warrior Entertainment Network (2025), and Murder in the Vault: Secrets of the Past (2026). They have also worked as the Stage Manager/Board Operator for TdM's One Acts (2026), have participated in the staged readings of one-acts for TdM, and have been involved in TdM's Lustrous Lights. Riker brings strong collaborative energy and dedication to every project they are involved in. In the last year, Riker independently published their first novel. They are currently looking at master's programs for Dramaturgy or Publishing and Editing. 

    Board Members Since April 20th 2026

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    Lacey Korb

    At-Large Board Member

    I'm a Capricorn who is a direct descendant of William, The Conquer of England and German farmers- my real last name means "basket" in German. In my Wisconsin hometown, I maintain the local theater (FCRP) and an Etsy shop which has sold items to Broadway. In the neighboring town, I'm a tour guide for the steamboat travelers and I help maintain a Winona local theater (TDM). I'm a winner of The Heritage Preservation Commission Award. I enjoy Victorian gothic writers, walks through the cemetery, and stealing flowers from the neighbor's garden!

    Board Member Since 2019

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    Elizabeth Scott

    At-Large Board Member

    Elizabeth is a seasoned board member with experience in acting, directing, stage managing, and sound/light board operating. Outside of TdM, she enjoys drawing, costume making and design, and spending time with her cats. 

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    Jonathan Roberts

    At Large Board Member

    Jonathan Roberts was born in Milwaukee and currently resides in Winona. He received a B.A. in International Relations and Asian Studies with a minor in Japanese from WSU, spent 2 years teaching ESL in South Korea, and has been working to support folks with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for the past 13 years. He has performed with Theatre du Mississippi in Angel Street, and two original plays, Baby I’ll Paint The Sky Green For You and Midwestern Goodbyes. Jonathan has also performed and written short plays for Voices from the Past Cemetery Walk at Woodlawn Cemetery. He most recently performed in Mallory's Ghost at the ARC in October of 2025. Jonathan enjoys watching modern Korean dramas and Chinese period dramas with his wonderful wife, Sarah, adventuring in the backwaters around Winona with their Golden Retriever, Bilbo Waggins, foraging for mushrooms, and collecting and cleaning glass bottles stuck in the muck. He believes that "Theatre is for everyone" and hopes to use his experience and perspective to make the stage a welcoming place for all.

    Board Member Since June 25th, 2023

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Our Staff

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Kara Eggers

Kara Eggers is a multidisciplinary theatre artist working at the intersections of production management, lighting and sound design, directing, and theatrical intimacy. They hold an MFA in Theatre and are currently completing their final level of training to become a certified intimacy choreographer through Intimacy Directors and Coordinators. Kara brings a consent-forward, trauma-informed approach to every project, centering care, collaboration, and inclusive storytelling. Most recently, they served as the Intimacy Director for Great River Shakespeare Festival’s 2025 season. Since 2022, Kara has been the Production Manager for Frozen River Film Festival and stepped into the role of Co-Interim Managing Director in 2025. They are currently serving as Frozen River Film Festival's Operations Director. As Managing Director of Theatre du Mississippi, Kara leads with a deep commitment to community connection and uplifting underrepresented voices. They served on the Advocacy Center of Winona’s Board of Directors from 2019 to 2025 and continue to mentor emerging artists in stage management, directing, design, and production, while also teaching intimacy remotely at the University of Idaho.

Managing Director