Board of Directors

Greg DeBlieux

Greg is a Southwest Texas State University graduate with a BFA in Directing. After graduation, Greg performed with Weird City Theatre Company in Austin and worked in the film industry on the television show Night Watch, located in New Orleans, for three years, followed by Live PD for 2 and a half years, working as an associate producer. Greg now lives in New Orleans with his wife and 2 boys where he and his wife are active members of the Krewe De Fleurs marching crew. 

Kevin Gouldthorpe

Kevin is a graduate of KD Studio Actors Conservatory in Dallas and served as company member and co-founder of Weird City Theatre Company in Austin. 

Patti Neff-Tiven

Patti Neff – Tiven is Co-Artistic Director of the Ground Floor Theatre in Austin and also served as co-artistic director for Weird City Theatre Company from 2008 – 2019.  

Roger E. Palomino

Born in Lima, Peru, Roger has lived in Houston most of his life, with a background in acting for over 20 years. Started in The Huntsville Community Theatre while at Sam Houston State University, he was an actor and assistant director in over 4 plays. Moving back to Houston in 2002, film and television production experience also became part of his list of work. Hosting and working on various television shows at Houston Media Source, he has been the Outreach Director for over 10 years. He is currently transitioning into script writing. Other experience is editing with IMovie and Final Cut X, location scouting, set design, casting, and producing. In addition to his duties to the organization, he also serves as a Board Member for The Aurora Picture Show. Having served as moderator and emcee for the Houston Latino Film Festival for the last 2 years, staying connected to the film, theatre and media industry in Houston are top priority.