Sister Act

Sister Act - July 05 - July 13, 2025

Countryside Community Theater

Crew Who's Who

Courtney Cooper

Director

Courtney had the pleasure of assistant directing “In the Heights” with CCT and decided to come back! She currently directs for the theater program at Muscatine Community College, being at the helm of shows like Ride the Cyclone, Noises, Off! and RENT. She would like to thank her husband for putting up with her hectic schedule, and for supporting her theater endeavors.
Presley Reimers

Assistant Director/Stage Manager

Presley has had an incredible time working with this entire team. This is his second production on the “opposite side” of the stage, and it’s his greatest honor to be assisting this wonderful production of ‘Sister Act’. He wants to give massive thanks to his fiancé Jerod, his friends, and his director Courtney for being an amazing mentor.
Jeremy Weinstein

Music Director

Jeremy is a Midwest-based actor, musician, and music director. He is a graduate of Wright State University’s professional acting program. Regional credits include Mamma Mia (Circa ’21), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (The Human Race Theatre Co.), and Footloose (Totem Pole Playhouse). Jeremy recently moved to Chicago where he will be working as a music director.
Emily Martyka

Music Director

Emily is incredibly excited to join the Countryside team for the first time! This is her 7th production as music director — teaching at Lake Park High school (Roselle IL), Odyssey Productions (Mount Vernon IA) and, most recently, at Davenport West High School, where she teaches choir. She is so thankful for the warmth she's been welcomed with here at CCT!
George Behnke

Pit Director

George is a graduate of Augustana College. He is very excited to conduct this production of Sister Act. Outside of theatre, George sings bass and plays percussion, and serves as organist at St. Ann’s Catholic Church. George would like to thank his family for their support of his music, and his mentors for their help on his musical journey. Please enjoy Sister Act!