SUGAR LOAF
ARTS COLLECTIVE
ABOUT SLAC



Where Passion Meets Purpose
At The Sugar Loaf Arts Collective, we’re more than performers—we’re storytellers, mentors, and champions of the arts. For over three years, we’ve been preserving the arts and inspiring creativity right here in Orange County, NY. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team of industry professionals is dedicated to helping artists build skills that don’t just spark imagination but also lead to careers in the creative world.
We believe the arts should move people—emotionally, intellectually, and professionally. Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time, showcasing your film, or learning behind-the-scenes production skills, we provide opportunities that shape futures and enrich lives.

Our Programs
Theatre Productions
From timeless classics to bold new works, our theatre group delivers performances that entertain, challenge, and inspire while giving artists the opportunity to grow their craft.
Film Festival
Our festival celebrates the art of storytelling on screen, providing filmmakers and audiences a platform to connect, share ideas, and experience the magic of cinema.
Dance Company
Through movement and expression, our dance company pushes creative boundaries and inspires audiences with performances that celebrate artistry, skill and innovation.
Broadway Collective
Step into the spotlight with our Broadway-focused ensemble, where passion for musical theater comes alive. We provide training, mentorship, and opportunities for performers to shine.
Video Production
From concept to screen, our production company empowers creators through mentorship programs and classes to share their stories through film, video, and multimedia, blending artistry with cutting-edge technology.
Concerts
From intimate sets with local indie bands to powerhouse performances by national touring musicians and comedians, our concerts bring audiences together for unforgettable nights of creativity and connection.
JOIN US
Find Your Inspiration. Share Your Voice. Build Your Future.
Whether you’re an aspiring performer, a filmmaker with a story to tell, or someone who simply loves the arts, The Sugar Loaf Arts Collective is here to welcome you.
Discover. Create. Inspire.
Join us as we shape the future of the arts—one performance, one story, and one dream at a time.

Christie Brown
Professional Musician,
Board Member
Founder of Fiddle Frenzy
Musical Theatre Director of Warwick High School, Warwick Middle School, Park Ave School

Jennifer Padham
Professional Editor,
Advisor
Co-Director of Warwick Dance Collective Performances, Co-Founder Forge 28 Studios

Katie Weatherford
Professional Actor and Director, Advisor
Founder of the Greenwood Lake Theater

Melissa Paone Somma
Creative Director & Magickal Maven, Advisor
Owner and Creatrix of LightClub Curiosity Shoppes

Amy Buliung
Arts Administrator
WBC Company Manager, Musical Theater Workshop Director

Andrina Wolff
Director of Creative Operations
DCO of Diamond Grade Media, and DGMxVYZ, Co-Founder Forge 28 Studios

Drew Powers
Creative Producer
Resident Artist, Co-Creator of the Art of The Series.

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This could be you!
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OUR CREATIVE TEAM
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Matthew Matossian
Director & Cinematographer, CEO & Founder
Owner of Diamond Grade Media, Co-Founder Forge 28 Studios

Melissa Padham-Maass
Professional Dancer, Choreographer, Board Member
Director of Warwick Center for the Performing Arts

Chuck Ragsdale
Professional Actor
Board Member
Director/Founder Core Theater Group

Darrah Carr
Professional Dancer,
Board Member
Founder of Darrah Carr Dance,
Director of Dance at Purchase College