Matthew Lawrence serves as Primary Programs Co-Manager at Alley Theatre. He has worked regionally as an actor and choreographer in California, Washington State, Utah, Oregon, and Texas. His work has been seen with the following companies: PCPA Theatrefest, The 5^th Avenue Theatre, The Village Theatre, Oregon Cabaret Theatre, Utah Festival Opera, The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville, Mainstreet Theatre, and Santa Clarita Regional Theatre. As an educator, he has taught for Village Theatre and various private schools in Seattle Washington. Before joining Alley Theatre’s ECE team, Matthew was the Fine Arts Consultant for the United Way Greater Houston’s Bright Beginnings. His work in the educational field has resulted in four publications in the NAEYC Teaching Young Children Magazine. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in child development and family studies from the University of Washington where he was awarded with a certificate of high scholarship. In addition, he holds an artist diploma from PCPA: Pacific Conservatory Theatre.

Ashley Love is thrilled to step into the role of Education and Community Engagement Programs Manager. In this role, Ashley will be supporting our ECE programs and will focus on expanding our Alley Articulated program. A theatre artist, educator, and mental health coordinator for the performing arts, Ashley is passionate about building creative, inclusive spaces where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to tell their stories. They bring a blend of artistic experience, community-centered leadership, and a deep commitment to accessibility and wellbeing in the arts. With a background in program management, directing, and arts education, they are passionate about expanding access to theatre and cultivating meaningful partnerships between artists, students, and the wider community.