Executive Director and Producer William “Wally” Jones is leaving NC Theatre to pursue an exceptional career opportunity at Casa Manana, a ten million dollar non-profit professional regional theatre in Fort Worth, Texas. He will assume the title of president and executive director beginning November 3, 2008. It is a testament to the solid reputation of both Wally and NC Theatre that he was courted by such a prestigious theatre like Casa Manana.

In his 20 years at NC Theatre, William Jones has been involved in every facet of running the Theatre. Since assuming the role of Executive Director in 2003, he has been the driving force behind the artistic excellence and youth training that are at the heart of the NC Theatre mission.  Under his leadership, the organization has become fiscally strong, thanks to a dynamic board and renewed philanthropic culture.  He has cultivated a highly skilled team who are prepared to step up to continue the organization’s successful path.