Friends of the Arden Theatre Society

Imagine the possibilities...
Cultivate extraordinary experiences for extraordinary audiences
JOIN US as we ignite passion and excitement for the arts
BECOME a member of the Friends of the Arden Theatre Society

Your Board

Kim Beniston / President

Trevor Duperron / Vice-President

Barrie Brown / Secretary

Ken Bell / Treasurer

Board Job Descriptions

Sheila McDonald / Director

Natalie Ozipko / Director

Maureen Silver / Director

Ron Parker / Director

Our Vision: We support The Arden Theatre as an essential community gathering space for arts and culture.

Our Mission: We are a community-focused advocacy group that supports fundraising initiatives for The Arden Theatre by promoting and investing in arts and culture for an inclusive community and arts industry.

2025 Friends
Pictured clockwise (from top left): Ken Bell, Barrie Brown, Kim Beniston, Sheila McDonald, Maureen Silver, Ron Parker, Natalie Ozipko and Trevor Dupperon.

Together, we will...

CREATE a sense of identity and connection in our community by funding culturally diverse programming.

ADVOCATE to make the arts accessible to people of all ages in St. Albert and the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.

CULTIVATE an environment of possibilities and growth for emerging artists and audiences.

SUPPORT outreach and educational opportunities for St. Albert and beyond.

ENGAGE the community in investment opportunities for the Arden Theatre, its programming and long-term sustainability.

COLLABORATE and build partnerships to develop the arts.

If you're interested in joining the Board or learning more about our work please visit our website, friendsoarden.com.

Last edited: June 23, 2025