McCallum Theatre appoints new president and CEO

Terrence W. Dwyer is the new president and CEO of the McCallum Theatre.

On Wednesday, the institution announced that Dwyer would be taking over Mitch Gershenfeld, who has been president for the past seven years. Gershenfeld’s full career with the McCallum spans 20 years.

“I am genuinely excited about my new role at McCallum Theatre,” said Dwyer in a statement from the Theatre. “The McCallum is one of the finest theaters in the country, with a reputation for artistic and educational excellence, inspiring broad-based support from a sophisticated and generous community. I am exceedingly grateful to the Board of Trustees for placing their confidence in me. I look forward to working with the Board and the talented staff of the McCallum to bring great entertainment and enriching cultural and educational experiences to the entire Coachella Valley community.”

Dwyer will begin acting as President and CEO starting on September 9.

“We are absolutely delighted to bring Terry to the McCallum,” said Harold Matzner, Chairman of the McCallum Theatre Board of Trustees. “He is recognized throughout the performing arts world as an innovative and highly effective leader. He has a passion for live performance and the role the arts play in enhancing the quality of life throughout the community. He will be an inspiring new leader for our terrific McCallum staff.”

Dwyer served as the President of the Sergerstrom Center for the Arts in Orange Count for 13 years and has served in leadership roles for the Alley Theater in Houston, La Jolla Playhouse and Circle Repertory Company,