Laurie Gougher, Senior Board Member & Musical Director

The award-winning production company Maurer Productions OnStage is pleased to announce Laurie Gougher has returned as a member of the MPO Board of Directors. She will also serve as the company’s in-house Music Director. As one of six board members, Laurie will have a voice in the direction of the company, how the group manages its productions, and will play an integral role in show selection. Laurie may also be seen directing shows for MPO from time to time. Maurer Productions OnStage is an award-winning production company known for staging musicals and plays at the Kelsey Theatre in West Windsor, NJ. Over the years, MPO has mounted productions resulting in 26 NJACT Perry Award nominations and 5 wins.

“We’re very excited to have Laurie return to the team,” said John Maurer, MPO’s co-founder and Artistic Director.

Laurie holds a Masters Degree in Music Education and has been teaching music in all levels of the public schools for 18 years. She is also a classically trained singer and an experienced director and music director. Over the past few years, Laurie has directed and music directed several shows at Kelsey Theatre.