Collaborative. Original. Daring.

We are a troupe of vagabond storytellers—actors, musicians, playwrights, designers, and more—crafting unconventional theatre in and around Denver, CO.

We develop, workshop, and produce our own original plays and musicals, as well as perform other new and obscure works, using creative storytelling techniques and practical effects.

Our name is a nod to a line in PigPen Theatre Co.’s The Old Man and the Old Moon, the show that brought our group together. The “third side” (of the coin, as the line goes) represents the choice that is unexpected and yes, a bit crazy.

Won’t you come on an adventure with us?

Say hello at thirdsidetheatre@gmail.com

Meet the Team

  • Brian Dowling

    Board Vice President

    Brian has toured parts of the country with a two-man vaudeville act, jousted in an equestrian stunt show, pioneered immersive theatre, and has been no stranger to the stage, from performing to working behind the scenes. His diverse background will help The Third Side create the magic it is destined to do.

  • Kellie Fox

    Kellie is a multi-disciplinary artist who excels at bringing a cohesive vision to life. She wears many creative hats from performer to choreographer, designer, fine artist, writer, photographer, and beyond! Kellie holds a B.S. in Advertising from the University of Texas and completed the renowned Texas Creative portfolio program.

  • Ryan Glaser

    Board Secretary

    Ryan is a multi-instrumentalist, writer, designer, and actor. While his main passion is production he also dabbles with being on stage. You can find his solo music under Ryanocerus.

  • AbdulKarim Islam

    Karim is an award-winning actor, multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter, music producer, and music director. He is the frontman of the country-folk-rock fusion band Full Corn Moon.

  • Jeremiah Martinez

    Jeremiah has been an actor, musician, writer, and performer in the Denver theatre and music scene for the last 14 years. You can catch him singing with the big band swing ensemble William and the Romantics.

  • Michal McDowell

    Board President

    Michal has been performing, stage managing, and directing in the Denver area for 13 years. She is a published author of the humorous parenting book, Is It BedTime Yet?: Pro Parenting Tips for Rank Amateurs.

  • Juliet Merrell

    Board Treasurer

    Juliet is a creative, adventurous, compassionate leader, who loves cultivating beauty, whether on the stage, in her garden, or in living life large. Growing up performing in music and theatre laid a foundation for her love of the arts today, and she dabbles in it whenever possible. When she is not pedaling her bike in the mountains, you can find her laughing hysterically with her three kids about all of life’s journeys.

  • Leann Ritter

    Leann attended New York University where she majored in acting and spent eight years studying and working in theatre and film in NYC before moving home to Colorado. She helped create the theatre education programs for The Evergreen Players and also serves on their board. When not onstage you can find Leann working in the exciting world of insurance and hanging out with her husband, Eric, and two kiddos, Tyler and James.

  • Andy Seracuse

    Andy has been performing theatre in Colorado since his first role as Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls, Jr. Since then, he’s played roles all over the state, from Monty in A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder to the Old Man in The Old Man and the Old Moon. Andy also performs with his soul-pop band Hand Turkey. You can find their tunes wherever fine music is streamed!