Katy Bowen-Roberts (Mayert) - Creator, Producer & Artistic Director

Raised on Vancouver island, Katy first established herself as a vocal performer both in Canada and Europe.  She trained at UBC where she achieved a BMus with a major in Opera.  Select performance credits include Musetta in La Boheme (Czech Republic), Lauretta in Gianni Schicci (London, UK), Serpetta in Die Gartnerin Aus Liebe (Germany), Lead vocalist in the Thursford Christmas Spectacular (Norfolk, UK) and at the Port Theatre, Anna in The King and I, Yum Yum in The Mikado and Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady. 
Katy has also established herself as a Producer and Director. She produced the Port Theatre’s 10-year anniversary celebration show and also co-created and produced "Blackstones & Bathtubs" in celebration of Canada’s 150th year. 
Katy lives with her family in the Comox Valley.  She has a BEd from VIU and is currently teaching music in a French Immersion school in SD71.   In 2024, she directed and produced over 75 students in the school production of Willy Wonka Kids! 
Katy works on creating and producing this show year round.  With an amazing audition turnout in June, she is thrilled to be working with some of the many talented professional artists of British Columbia once again this December for the 16th annual production of the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular.  
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James Mark - Music Director, Arranger & Violinist

James was born and raised in Nanaimo and completed his undergraduate degree in music at York University. James earned his Masters degree in violin performance and composition at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) where he went on to become a faculty member teaching theory and musicianship. Currently, James is a Professor of Music in the music department at Vancouver Island University. He teaches many core courses at VIU but is most excited about growing the music technology offerings that currently include: Introduction to Home Recording, Studio Recording, Digital Music Notation and History of Film Music. James is also a core member of the Vancouver Island Symphony and is continually working as an arranger and composer. James has been the arranger, musical director and violinist for the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular since its inception in 2007.

Lindsay Sterk - Choreographer & Co-Director*

Lindsay has performed and taught throughout Canada. He has been the owner and Artistic Director of Pantuso Dance since 2007 in Courtenay, where his school was awarded Small Business of the Year by the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce and has received numerous accolades. His musical theatre credits include roles with the Arts Club, Showcase Festival, Chemainus Theatre Festival, Gateway Theatre, and Vancouver Playhouse. Highlights include “Hero” tapper in the 2010 Olympic Opening Ceremonies and Don Lockwood in Singin’ in the Rain for Theatre Under the Stars.

Theatre choreography credits include: Newsies, Urinetown, Chicago, Catch Me If You Can, Fiddler on the Roof, Thoroughly Modern Millie, West Side Story, Shrek, Les Miserables, Legally Blonde, The Prom, and Crazy for You. As an adjudicator and teacher, he has worked across Canada with credits including Harbour Dance Centre, Van Tap Dance Society, Capilano College, and several other West Coast studios. In 2015, Lindsay was awarded the West Coast Tap Collective's Teacher Scholarship, which took him to New York City to study at the Manhattan Tap Intensive with Heather Cornell.

Lindsay is absolutely thrilled to be returning to YPCS! Love to Nicole and his boys, who are everything to him.

Hilary Britton-Foster - Lighting Designer

With over a decade of experience in lighting design, Hilary is excited to be part of the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular creative team. Known for her ability to bring vibrant energy to every project, she is eager to apply her skills to this high-energy, festive production. Hilary’s goal is to enhance the show with dynamic lighting that captures the true spirit of Christmas. Her dedication to her craft and genuine love for the holiday season promise to deliver a magical and memorable experience for the audience. With her blend of expertise and enthusiasm, Hilary is ready to make this Christmas Spectacular truly shine.

Steve Adamson - Sound Engineer

Starting at the age of 17, Steve has been involved in live sound for 20 years. Owner and operator of VI Sound for 10 years and a technician at Nanaimo's Port Theatre since 2009. He has been responsible for providing sonic support for a wide variety of productions with artists including The Tea Party, Carly Rae Jepson, Aaron Pritchett, Jojo Mayer, Vancouver Island Symphony and many more. Steve is glad to be onboard the crew again for Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular!

Shelby Matthews - Stage Manager

Shelby has lived on Vancouver Island all her life and graduated in 2013 from Vancouver Island University with a degree in Theatre. After graduation she continued to work in the Nanaimo arts community, stage managing for the Vancouver Island Symphony, The Nanaimo International Jazz Festival Association, youth theatre, as well as event manager and board member for The Nanaimo Fringe Festival. Shelby first worked with Razzle Dazzle Productions in 2017 on Nanaimo’s historical show Blackstone’s & Bathtubs and is excited to be back working with them on this years Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular. She hopes you enjoy the show!

*The participation of this Artist is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors' Equity Association under the provisions of the DanceOperaTheatre Policy (DOT)