Our Team
Brian Olkowski (he/him)
Artistic Director
Brian has been involved with this amazing theatre company since 2008 when it was known as Pleasanton Playhouse. He saw it transition to Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre (TVRT), and now he’s thrilled to be helming the transition to Tri-Valley Theatre Company (TVTC). In his time with this wonderful organization, he’s performed, worked backstage on the crew and as an assistant stage manager, operated the spotlight, built and designed sets, tech directed, stage managed, and directed shows. Theatre is a huge part of his life. During the day, he teaches elementary school performing arts to TK - 5th Graders. He also works both backstage and front of house at the Bankhead Theater in Livermore. In addition to creating theatre, he supports it as well, seeing shows whenever he can. He currently subscribes to 4 different theatre companies around the SF Bay Area. He was also the massage therapist for the Broadway Tour of Mamma Mia! He’s very excited to help keep Performing Arts alive in the Tri-Valley.
Glen Riggs (he/him)
Board President
Glen developed his love for theater with Pleasanton Playhouse (Tri-Valley Rep’s original name) singing with Broadway Chorus and working backstage. Since then, he has had the opportunity to perform on stages throughout the Bay Area and Las Vegas. Glen had the honor of directing Broadway Chorus for a few years and is thrilled to step in as Board President for TVTC! He loves the arts and loves giving back to the community. Ushering TVTC is very exciting time for theatre in the East Bay. Glen is a REALTOR® with Elation Real Estate by day, but has been involved in every aspect of theatre. He loves having this opportunity to continue to keep theatre alive in the Tri-Valley!
AJ Amstrup (he/him)
Vice President
A.J. has had many roles on and off stage over the last 16 years. Initially he joined the crew for The Producers at Tri-Valley Rep at the advice of his wife and has come to love the community and the magic of theater. While he occasionally has had roles, such as Big Jule in Guys and Dolls and as an ensemble member of Rock of Ages, he enjoys managing the backstage crew with a fun and energetic style. He is proud of his role as Vice President and enjoys bringing wonderful shows to life while maintaining a positive family like atmosphere for the actors and the crew.
Michelle Freschi (she/her)
Secretary
Michelle has performed in ten Tri-Valley Rep shows since 2006, which shows her love for this company. She has also performed with Diablo Light Opera Company and Broadway by the Bay. She has had some voice training and currently takes ballet and dance fusion classes. She has been a Broadway San Jose season ticket holder for several years now, and frequents San Francisco to watch musicals. Clearly Michelle is passionate about musical theatre. When she is not performing or attending musical performances Michelle is a fourth grade teacher. She is an active member of the Pleasanton chapter of National Charity League, where she has served on the Board for two years as Recording Secretary, and has held the leadership position of Grade Level Advisor for 5 years. Michelle also has served on her Kolb Elementary's Leadership team for three years. Michelle is honored and excited at the prospect of holding the Board position of Secretary as Tri-Valley Rep transitions into its next act and looks forward to helping the company produce more quality shows.
Robert Lopez (he/him)
Board Member
Robert has done several shows with Tri-Valley Rep from 2010 - present including: The Producers, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, All Shook Up, Hairspray, West Side Story, Mary Poppins, Joseph, Guys and Dolls, and Mamma Mia! Robert is a Middle School Drama Teacher by day and Regional/Community Theatre performer by night. He’s worked with Tri Valley Rep, CCMT, Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble, Stage 1, Sunnyvale Players, ACLO, and Ray of Light. Working with so many different Theatre companies he has a large network of people to call upon for rentals, sets, costumes, people to audition for shows and more. He is also a Director for Dream Team 2 at Starting Arts (Children’s Theatre) in South San Jose. He’s directed many shows with Elementary to Schoolers including The Addams Family, High School Musical, Annie, 13 The Musical, Elf, Guys and Dolls, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Legally Blonde, Fame Jr, Bye Bye Birdie, and more!
Mike Freeman (he/him)
Board Member
Advisors to the Board:
Christina Lazo
Heidi Amstrup
Kathleen Hornbacker
Meghan Hornbacker