Biography of Stefanie R Coletti

Stefanie is the Executive Director for The Granted Wish Foundation, a national non-profit organization that provides wish fulfillment to disabled, disadvantaged and deserving individuals and families. She has been active in many community projects. An active member in the Arts for over twenty five years, she has been a Director, Actress, Musical Director and Producer for over fifty productions. She has overseen and coordinated over 300 volunteers in various aspects of the theatre. She has served on the Board of Directors and Artistic Board for the North Canton Playhouse in Ohio where she has chaired and organized numerous committees. She has developed and created theatre production budgets, employment contracts, job descriptions, guidelines, flyers and newsletters. Stefanie has chaired and organized the theatre's annual awards banquet for over ten years and has served as mistress of ceremonies for many events. Ms. Coletti is also an internationally published playwright, having co-wrote and produced the audience participation play, "Happy Anniversary, Angel! Love, Gino," which is currently marketed by the prestigious international publishing agent, Samuel French, Inc., in New York City. She has been the director of Rising Star, a vocal talent competition, a three week event culminating in the Gala Event Finals complete with celebrity guest judge and performer. Stefanie executed and oversaw all aspects of the event which includes soliciting sponsors and contributors, designing all contestant, staff, promotional and media materials, and negotiating venue and celebrity contracts and all travel and incidental arrangements. She developed and maintains three websites pertaining to the theatre arts. An was an active volunteer at the Stark County Italian American Festival for thirteen years, Stefanie has served as the Stage Manager for four entertainment stages, Co-chairman of on ground Main Stage Show Tickets, Co-chairman of Instant Bingo and the Festival Scholarship Raffle. Her community service awards include the Volunteer Service Award from the Stark County Italian American Festival. From the North Canton Playhouse, The Honorary Lifetime Member, Woman Of Vision and Artistic Board Ovation Awards. She is also a multi-theatre award winner for acting and directing.