Logan Hayes, Production Manager
Logan Hayes was born in Wilmington, NC where he has lived most of his life. Logan currently attends both Cape Fear Community College and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington majoring in biology and hopes to graduate soon. Logan has danced since the age of four and is now a skilled choreographer. His love for dance grew as he became more involved within the local arts community in Southeast North Carolina. Since the age of six, Logan has been active in local theatre between working behind the scenes, choreographing dance classes/shows, and acting in shows. Logan became involved with Thalian Association as an actor in the youth production of West Side Story in 2014 and fell in love with the company instantly. Since then, some of his favorite productions have been Elf the Musical (Ensemble – 2019, Ensemble, Dance Captain, Asst. Choreographer 2021), Guys and Dolls (Harry the Horse – 2020), Children of Eden Jr. (Choreographer – 2022) and Junie B. Jones (Asst. Director – 2022). His favorite activities include choreography, stage management, lighting design, sound design and set construction. He is ecstatic to be a part of such a wonderful company and looks forward to many seasons of exciting theatrical productions, youth theatre arts programs, and of course, working in the home of community art, the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center!
Chandler Davis, Artistic Director
Chandler Davis holds a BFA in Musical Theatre Performance and Direction from Emory and Henry College in Virginia. After college, she made her professional debut at Barter Theatre, the state theatre of Virginia. Chandler has worked at several theatres on the East Coast and Midwest including Derby Dinner Playhouse in Indiana, Virginia Children’s Theatre, Actors Theatre of Louisville. Chandler moved to Wilmington in 2013 and served as the Managing Director for City Stage Co. before becoming the Artistic Director of Thalian Association Community Theatre in 2016. Chandler is a nominee in the WILMA Magazine Women to Watch in the Arts category and a 2020 StarNews 40 under 40 award recipient. She is also a Wilmington Theatre Awards winner for Best Director of a Musical for The Bridges of Madison County, a former Actors Equity Association member, and a proud current member of the Dramatists Guild.
Stacie Smith, Community Arts Center Director/Operations Administrator
Stacie Smith studied Hospitality Management at CFCC, before deciding to go into teaching. Stacie has continued to teach for the last 8 years and enjoyed every minute of it. Stacie was first introduced to Thalian Association in 2006 when she was cast in her first musical, from there her love of the company grew. She has continued with the company as a performer, stage manager, Children’s theatre director, and Creative Arts Camp asst. director. When she is not at the CAC or in rehearsal, Stacie likes to go to Disney World with her husband Jud, snuggle with her dog Molly, watch her 2 nephews play sports, and have movie nights with their friends. Her favorite thing about the CAC is that the moment you walk through the door, someone sees you and knows your name.
Susan Habas, Executive Director
Susan Habas has served as Executive Director of Thalian Association Community Theatre since 2011, providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and financial stewardship for the Official Community Theatre of North Carolina, one of America’s oldest producing theatre companies. A significant focus of her leadership is the preservation, stewardship, and management of historic community assets. She oversees the Hannah Block Historic USO Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington, managing the historic facility, its operations, programming, partnerships, and preservation initiatives while ensuring the building remains an active and accessible home for the arts and community. Under Susan’s leadership, Thalian Association has expanded its artistic, educational, and community programming while honoring its 238-year history. She has initiated programs including TACT Academy, free school performances, Sensory Friendly performances, the Rookie Program, Let’s Take the Stage for adults 55+, and ARTfall, an annual exhibition at the Hannah Block Historic USO Community Arts Center. She has also founded and developed signature fundraising and community events and cultivated strong collaborative relationships with area nonprofit organizations, arts and cultural groups, schools, and community partners. Through grants, sponsorships, and these partnerships, she has helped expand access to theatre and arts education for thousands of children, families, and community members each year. A native Wilmingtonian, Susan brings a diverse background in fashion, retail management, business development, customer relations, fundraising, and event production. Her professional experience, combined with deep roots in the Wilmington community, has shaped her approach to nonprofit leadership, emphasizing sustainable operations, meaningful partnerships, creative fundraising, and strong community engagement. Susan is particularly passionate about historic preservation through active use—ensuring the Hannah Block Historic USO Building remains vibrant, relevant, and meaningful to the community, not simply preserved. She has guided numerous historic and mission-driven collaborations, many in partnership with the World War II Wilmington Home Front Heritage Coalition, including programs and events that celebrate Wilmington’s World War II heritage. Her work also includes productions aboard the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA and collaborations recognizing significant local and national milestones, connecting historic preservation with engaging community experiences. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Community Foundation of NC East, contributing her experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, community engagement, and cultural stewardship. Susan continues to champion the arts as a powerful way to preserve history, strengthen community, and create meaningful experiences for future generations. Susan enjoys life in Wilmington with her husband, Michael, and their three Havanese—Gabby, Olive, and Cuba.
