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Black Theatre Coalition names Bree Turner director of programs and partnerships
Black Theatre Coalition has appointed Bree Turner as its director of programs and partnerships.
The US nonprofit works to expand employment opportunities for Black theatre professionals.
Turner previously worked as communications manager at the John Gore Organization, overseeing communications and producing events and television segments.
She helped develop a paid apprenticeship program run by Broadway Across America and the coalition.
Applications for that program increased nearly 1,200% between its first and fifth years.
The program offers hands-on experience, mentoring and career development to emerging theatre professionals.
In her new role, Turner will bring experience in theatre administration and partnerships to the coalition’s work.
Black Theatre Coalition has appointed Bree Turner as its director of programs and partnerships.
Turner most recently worked as communications manager at the John Gore Organization.
She helped develop the Broadway Across America/Black Theatre Coalition Regional Apprenticeship Program.
Applications to that program increased nearly 1,200% between its first and fifth years.
BTC says Turner’s experience and connection to its mission position her to help guide the organization’s next chapter.
- Who
- Black Theatre Coalition appointed Bree Turner.
- What
- Turner was named director of programs and partnerships.
- When
- The announcement was published November 9, 2026.
- Where
- Not stated.
- Why
- BTC said Turner’s experience, commitment to creating opportunities and understanding of the industry’s challenges make her well suited to the role.
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- New role
- Director of programs and partnerships
- Appointee
- Bree Turner
- Previous employer
- John Gore Organization
- Apprenticeship applications
- Increased nearly 1,200% between the program’s first and fifth years
- Announcement published
- November 9, 2026
What people are saying
We are thrilled to welcome Bree to the BTC team...Bree already has a meaningful connection to our mission through her work developing the BAA/BTC Regional Apprenticeship Program.