Addie Gorlin-Han Will Join Children’s Theatre Company
The former Guthrie Theater producer begins her new leadership role in Minneapolis on January 4, 2027.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Children’s Theater
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The Children’s Theatre Company has appointed Addie Gorlin-Han as its new Associate Artistic Director. She will officially assume her duties at the regional Tony Award-winning institution on January 4, 2027.
Why it matters
This leadership appointment brings an experienced director to the Children’s Theatre Company as it continues to develop new works for local audiences. The move signals a strategic shift in artistic guidance as the theatre prepares for its upcoming season.
Addie Gorlin-Han previously served as the Associate Producer at the Guthrie Theater starting in 2021. She is also the co-developer and director of the upcoming musical Princess Kay of the Milky Way.
The players
Addie Gorlin-Han
She is an experienced theater professional and director who previously held an associate producer role at the Guthrie Theater.
Children’s Theatre Company
This Minneapolis-based performing arts organization has been recognized with a regional Tony Award for its contribution to theater.
Guthrie Theater
Located in Minneapolis, this major regional performing arts center served as the primary workplace for Addie Gorlin-Han since 2021.
The details
Addie Gorlin-Han was selected by the Artistic Director to serve as a partner in leadership for the Minneapolis-based theatre. In addition to her administrative responsibilities, she will help shape the creative direction of future productions.
Timeline
Addie Gorlin-Han began her tenure at the Guthrie Theater in 2021.
The new role at Children’s Theatre Company begins on January 4, 2027.
The musical Princess Kay of the Milky Way premieres in February 2027.
Industry Dynamics
The appointment builds upon the artistic standards set by the regional Tony Award, reflecting the theatre’s mission to maintain national recognition. This leadership shift underscores the competition for top creative talent among major regional institutions.
Local audiences can expect to see the creative influence of the new Associate Artistic Director starting with the debut of her musical in February 2027. Patrons interested in upcoming productions should monitor the theatre’s schedule for ticket release information.
The takeaway
This transition highlights how regional theaters often recruit experienced leaders from larger local stages to bolster their creative output. Prospective attendees should look forward to seeing how these leadership changes influence the quality and scale of future productions.
What happens next
Addie Gorlin-Han will begin her tenure on January 4, 2027, followed by the premiere of her directed musical, Princess Kay of the Milky Way, in February 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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