Numerica PAC names Colleen Frei to new development manager role

WENATCHEE – Colleen Frei, a former Numerica Performing Arts Center board president who helped document the theater’s history on film, has joined its staff as development manager.

The newly created position will focus on building lasting relationships between the community and the Numerica PAC, the center announced on Nov. 9. Frei began work in November.

Frei served on the Numerica PAC board from 2010 to 2019 and is a past president and emeritus board member. Her involvement has also included volunteering and supporting the center as a legal adviser, member, sponsor and performer, according to Executive Director Alex Haley.

“She understands our mission and brings important experience and connections that will help us achieve our ambitious goals,” Haley said in the announcement.

Frei served as a director of the recently released documentary films “Precious Little Theater” and “Miracle on the Avenue,” which explore the Numerica PAC’s creation and history and the impact of performing arts on a community. Her professional background also includes work as a nonprofit consultant and practicing attorney, as well as winning the 2026 election to become Chelan PUD’s newest District 1 commissioner.

Her involvement in regional arts organizations extends to the Wenatchee Valley Follies Guild and Children’s Foundation, Music Theatre of Wenatchee, the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center, Icicle Creek Center for the Arts and NCW Arts Alliance.

Andrew Simpson: 509-433-7626 or andrew@ward.media