Sam Chappell has lived in the Wilmington area almost all of her life. Graduating from UNC with a major in Performance Studies, she is a longtime lover of the arts. Sam has directed several youth productions at TACT, including Junie B. Jones, Charlotte’s Web, Dear Edwina Jr., and most recently Willy Wonka Jr. She also had the joy of directing Cinderella on the main stage.
Sam’s background includes working as the Community Arts Center Director for Thalian Association from 2014-2022 and currently with Girl Scouts, where she continues to empower young people through creativity, leadership, and community. She believes strongly in the magic of theatre to build confidence, spark joy, and create lifelong friendships.
When she’s not in rehearsal, you can find her sipping coffee with her wife, chasing her twin toddlers, or playing beach volleyball with her friends!