Lana Ramos

Lana Ramos has been serving The Center patrons in the box office for a year and a half and was promoted to Assistant Box Office Manager in November. Her background in music and arts education make her a perfect fit for The Center as she works in both the box office and as a House Manager.

The arts peaked Lana’s interest at an early age and she remembers coming to performances at the Old Sydney Laurence Theatre as a child. That passion continued into Lana’s adulthood as she worked for 5 years as the Youth Orchestra Manager and Education Coordinator in the Education Department of the Santa Rosa Symphony. In addition, she worked for the Sonoma County Choral Society as the Executive Assistant, served on the board for the Petaluma City Ballet, and currently sings for the Anchorage Concert Chorus.

To add to Lana’s extensive background in the arts, she is also expanding on her retail management career as a Front of House Manager at Spenard Roadhouse.

Rachel Walker

Rachel Walker has been invested in the arts in Alaska for many years. She learned how to play the piano at age 7, the flute at age 12, and attended the Sitka Fine Arts camp to take courses specializing in everything from ballet to musicianship to painting.

Rachel has been a tremendous asset to The Center since the day she started a little over a year and a half ago. She enjoys working with her co-workers and helping to bring arts to the community.

Aside from being promoted to one of the new CenterTix Assistant Box Office Managers, there’s also an entrepreneurial-side to Rachel. She is a full-time UAA Business Management student and reflects by stating, “I’m very proud of the hard work I put in every day at work, in my studies, and in my personal life to attain my goals.”

Another interesting fact about Rachel is her love for Alaska, and if she ever chose to move, her new location would have to include a good Mexican restaurant that serves a cheese, bean, and rice burrito!

Ruth Keller

If you’ve purchased a ticket or had the opportunity to speak with a ticket seller over the phone, chances are, you’ve probably been helped by Ruth or one of the other members of the Keller family. Ruth Keller has been a part of the The Center family since 2004 as a CenterTix box office associate, and has recently been promoted to the Assistant Box Office Manager.

Ruth is the mother of 4 and has been married to her husband, Mark, for over 24½ years. She describes the arts as, “a way to help anyone to become a well-rounded person and to broaden one’s appreciation for the world.” Her love for the arts has been passed down to her children who are also very active in the local arts community.

When Ruth isn’t working during a show at The Center, you can find her working as the Grant and Loan Administrator for the Engineering Division at Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility. Other things Ruth enjoys include: spending time with family, working on creative projects, and volunteering in her church and as a girl/cub scout leader.

Air Force Band of the Pacific
December 6 & 7, 2010

Get into the holiday spirit with the Air Force Band of the Pacific's Concert, SOUNDS OF THE SEASON 2009. This family event features bands, Alaska Brass and Top Cover. There's also rumored to be an appearance by a special guest from the North Pole. Join in the holiday fun on December 14 and 15 at 7pm in the Discovery Theatre. Admission is FREE!

GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY THE ATWOOD FOUNDATION.

Town Square Ice Rink
December 2010 to March 2011

The Anchorage Downtown Partnership will continue this winter tradition in Town Square Park again this year! Bring your family downtown and enjoy this wonderful outdoor activity, with music, lights and a little ice! Admission is FREE!

SPONSORED BY THE ANCHORAGE DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP.

TubaChristmas
Saturday, December 11, 2010

TubaChristmas was conceived in 1974 as a tribute to the late artist/teacher William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day, 1902. Today, TubaChristmas is presented in 200 cities throughout the United States, Canada and Switzerland. Admission is FREE!

Seating is limited but there is plenty of room to stand.

SPONSORED BY THE ALASKA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS.