Shepherdstown's CATF Introduces New Leadership Team
Contemporary American Theater Festival welcomes new grant writer, managing director
The Journal | Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The Contemporary American Theater Festival (CATF) in Shepherdstown has welcomed Amy Wratchford as its new managing director, bringing over two decades of theater management experience. Under her leadership, CATF is set to debut five world premieres this year, a rare feat in the theater industry. Wratchford, who emphasizes long-term sustainability, is joined by Hope Gundlah, a new grant writer who aims to enhance funding opportunities for CATF. Together, they are poised to strengthen the festival's impact on local culture and the arts scene in the area, according to The Journal.