Spring 2024

AACT Welcomes New Staff
Michelle Swink
Marketing/Communications
Specialist
Michelle handles communications,
including e-news and promos, promotes
AACT programs, and works
to increase AACT visibility.
For her role as Marketing and Communications
Specialist, she brings
both a passion for, and extensive experience
in, the arts. Michelle showed an interest in the performing
arts from an early age, directing skits and writing stories.
She began her acting journey at 15, co-founding a community
theatre at 17.
Her professional involvement in the arts has been multifaceted,
including acting, directing, casting, marketing, and
administrative roles. With a decade of experience as a talent
agent, representing a diverse talent pool, Michelle has a deep
understanding of the performing arts industry, and a strong
background in marketing, public relations, and graphic design.
In her personal life, Michelle enjoys family time, photography,
ceramics, glass art, and voice-over work. She hopes that her
passion for the arts and her commitment to elevating cultural
expression will make her a valuable addition to AACT.
Shawn Cummings
Administrative Assistant
Shawn’s love of the arts and desire to
spread theatre far and wide motivates
him in his new role at AACT.
Born and raised in Texas, Shawn has
been involved in the theatrical arts
from a young age, winning awards
from his local theatres in recognition
of his audio/visual and set-design
skills. He attended the University of Texas at Arlington and
has worked for a multitude of theatres in different capacities
across the United States.
In his personal life, Shawn enjoys woodworking, sports, and
live music. He is a devoted father and husband and makes a
mean steak. He hopes to continue making theatre and the fine
arts more accessible to the general community.
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