Kay Martinovich (she/her) has been a company member since 2026. Kay has a long-standing association with Trap Door, having directed several shows over the years, starting with Bremen Freedom back in their fourth season, and Jeff-nominated Naked and Jeff-award winning La Bête. As Associate Artistic Director for Irish Repertory of Chicago, she selected the seasons, and directed several productions including the Jeff-nominated Bailegangaire. Kay’s work has been seen on many Chicago stages, including, Jeff-nominated / Chicago premiere of The Father at Remy Bumppo, American Blues, The Gift, Lifeline, Buffalo Theatre Ensemble, Chicago Dramatists, Her Story, Great Works, MaryArrchie, Live Bait, Circle, Apple Tree, Famous Door, Emerald City, and Theatre Wit, among others. She holds a PhD in Theatre Historiography from the University of Minnesota and an MPhil in Irish Theatre from Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. Kay is Associate Professor and Head of the BFA Acting program at Northern Illinois University, where she teaches Meisner-based acting, audition technique, directing, and professional development. Proud member of SDC, the professional directors’ union. website: kaymartinovich.com