Armen D. Bacon

Armen D. Bacon is passionate about theatre and has been involved with Good Company Players since the 1970s . . her involvement has included serving as Advertising Director for GCP, coordinating the annual Stage Door Awards, and being an ambassador at the theatre.

Armen has her BA and MA degree and currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools. She believes that via its scholarship and continuing education programs, the Junior Company Foundation is helping Junior Company members realize and achieve their performing arts dreams!

Nanette R. Lyles

Nanette Ramalho Lyles, founding president of The Junior Company Foundation, feels that her involvement with the Foundation is her way of saying "thank you" and a way to "give back" for the fine training three of her children received in the Junior Company experience with Good Company Players. Although a nurse by profession, she has an avid love of theater.
Nanette says that she can't dance, sing, or act, but she can produce. By helping to produce the scholarships and workshops for members of the Junior Company, past and present, she is investing well in the future of the Arts.

Peter Nazaretian

Peter Nazaretian, current President of The Junior Company Foundation, has been involved with the Juniors as a director.  A long time member of Good Company Players, Peter has always been the resident photographer of the theater, and has watched many of the Junior Company members grow up. He is a well-known face to San Joaquin Valley audiences with his comic stage performances, television commercials, and Channel 18 spots.  Peter  is currently a psychologist on the staff of Cedar Vista Hospital. He loves performing for folks and encouraging the young people in the Arts.

Carolyn Hayes


 

Carolyn came from Idaho to Fresno in 1974. "I became involved with GCP because one of my oldest daughter's friend told her - at 9 years old - how fun the plays were. Her sister was cast in The Sound of Music, and we have been involved ever since". Carolyn also enjoys cooking, beginning painting and time with her husband.

Greg Grannis


 

Greg Grannis, the newest addition to the Board, was a Junior Company member in one of the original companies back in 1978, so he has first hand experience on "being a Junior".  He has been a long-time director of the Juniors, while continuing to perform for Good Company Players during their regular seasons.  Greg works for Jeffrey-Scott Advertising, Inc. With his love for performing and love for the Junior Company experience, he brings a lot of interest and insight to the Board.     

Audra McDonald


 

Honorary Board Member.