Say Yes&

Executive Director

Jill Madison

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With roots in opera and a career spanning the arts, technology, and organizational leadership, Jill brings the vision and the execution to make Yes& go.

Jill has spent over two decades at the intersection of the arts and leadership. Trained as an opera singer and seasoned as a performer, she built a career that expanded into technology and large-scale product delivery — serving as a Principal Product Manager at Amazon and REI, where she led cross-functional teams and shipped complex initiatives from concept to launch. She currently works at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), bringing that same strategic and operational expertise to one of the region's most important institutions.

As Executive Director of Yes& Productions, Jill combines a lifelong commitment to the performing arts with the leadership skills and organizational discipline of her professional career. Under her direction, Yes& has grown into a multi-season company with 30% year-over-year audience growth — and a vision to become an essential part of the cultural fabric of the Tri-Cities. Her goal is to build more than a theatre company; it's to create a sanctuary where people from all walks of life can come together to experience the full spectrum of human emotions — laughter, tears, celebration, and contemplation — through quality performances. For Jill, art is not something to be observed from a distance. It's an invitation to engage, connect, and play.

Artistic Director

Megan Johnson

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"Creativity is a wild mind and a disciplined eye." — Dorothy Parker

Megan Johnson is the Artistic Director of Yes& Productions, where she is committed to creating world-class, homegrown theatre in the heart of the Tri-Cities. A director, actor, writer, and podcaster with over a decade of experience in the regional arts scene, Megan got her start in theatre at age 13, when her father surprised her with tickets to The Phantom of the Opera at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. Megan says she walked into that theatre—and never really left!

Megan's artistic vision can be summed up by a quote from Dorothy Parker: "Creativity is a wild mind and a disciplined eye." She strives to cultivate theatre that meets the highest artistic standards while remaining welcoming and accessible to the community it serves. Passionate about big ideas and ambitious projects, Megan ensures that every performance is not only a polished, quality production but also an exceptional experience for the actors, directors, and technicians involved.

Megan's directing credits include West Side Story, The Night Witches, Hadestown, The Music Man, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. As a performer, she has appeared in leading roles such as Lady Macbeth (Macbeth), The Witch (Into the Woods), Fantine (Les Misérables), and Henrietta Leavitt (Silent Sky).

Megan is proud to be part of Yes& Productions, helping to make live theatre another wonderful reason to love our hometown.

Production Manager

Carson Roach

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She approaches every production like the world's most interesting puzzle — and quietly makes sure everything is in place before anyone else has to worry about it.

Carson Roach serves as the Production Manager for Yes& Productions, where she approaches every production like the world's most interesting puzzle. A natural organizer with a passion for the arts, Carson thrives on bringing structure and clarity to the many moving pieces that make live theatre possible.

Long before joining the production team, Carson was already planning events with a clipboard and a dream. From coordinating celebrations to creating spaces where people can collaborate and create, she has always been drawn to the behind-the-scenes work that allows others to shine.

Known for her calm demeanor and knack for problem solving, Carson has a reputation for spotting potential challenges weeks before they arrive—and quietly making sure everything is in place before anyone else has to worry about it. She loves creating an environment that feels welcoming, organized, and collaborative so that artists can focus on what they do best.

The productions Carson has worked on with this team are among her proudest moments, and she is continually inspired by the creativity and passion of the Yes& community. She is honored to support the artists who bring these stories to life and is excited to see what dreams this team can achieve.

Founding Board Member

Jonathan Dickey

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From stage manager at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival to IT leader at the City of Richland — Jonathan bridges the worlds of technology and the arts.

As a founding board member of Yes& Productions, Jonathan brings a wealth of experience and dedication from the world of theatre to the organization. With a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Idaho as a solid foundation, Jonathan embarked on a journey that evolved through stage management, information technology, and arts administration.

During his tenure at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival spanning a decade, Jonathan began as a Stage Manager, serving as a Production Assistant before transitioning into the realm of Information Technology. This transition paved the way for his invaluable insights into the fusion of technology and the arts, a fusion he has continued to champion throughout his career.

During his decade at the Tessitura Network, the premier nonprofit arts and cultural software provider, Jonathan honed his expertise in arts administration while supporting the world's largest arts and cultural organizations. While working at Tessitura, Jonathan received an MBA in IT Management from Western Governors University.

Presently, Jonathan serves as the IT Applications Supervisor at the City of Richland, leveraging his technological acumen to enhance operational efficiency. However, his commitment to the arts remains unwavering, evident in his decade-long dedication to fostering artistic endeavors within the Tri-Cities community.

Jonathan extends his passion beyond his professional roles, having served on various boards such as the Mid-Columbia Mastersingers, Arts Center Task Force, and Mid-Columbia Arts Fundraisers. Currently, he lends his expertise to the Mid-Columbia Ballet, nurturing the growth and development of performing arts in the region.

Jonathan is thrilled to provide support to this organization in bringing additional opportunities for the performing arts to thrive in our region.