
Get to Know the Staff: Kat Pursell
Katherine (Kat) Pursell
Production Manager
Length of time you have worked with Opera Omaha:
1 year
Six-word summary of your job/duties/what you do:
Manage all technical aspects of shows
Describe the best or most rewarding part of your job:
Seeing the final product being a success with an audience on opening night.
What is something you do in your position that people might not expect:
Drive the 26’ box truck like a champ! I’m also a carpenter and theatre electrician so I pitch in from time to time.
Your all-time favorite opera or theatrical production:
I could not pick a favorite! I love the arts in all its’ forms.
Your secret talent:
I sing and play guitar.
Outside of the office you can be found doing….:
Relaxing! Going to movies, watching TV, riding my bike through the park, hanging out with friends, etc.