We're excited to welcome two new members to the MCO team! Natanielle Felicitas is our new Office Manager — she's the person who'll be taking your ticket orders and questions over the phone, and you may have already met her running front of house at our concerts this season. Sara Malabar is our new Director of Development — she'll be taking on MCO's fundraising, individual giving, and sponsorship portfolios.
Natanielle Felicitas has called Winnipeg home since moving from Edmonton in 2009. After graduating from the Arts & Cultural Management program at MacEwan University, she fell in love with the unique and collaborative arts scene here in Treaty 1 Territory. Having held administrative positions at Manitoba Theatre for Young People, Manitoba Music, and various festivals (Interstellar Rodeo, Memetic, MayWorks), the MCO is a natural fit for Nat. Outside of office hours, Nat is a freelance musician, playing cello with local artists such as JP Hoe, Raine Hamilton, Cantor Dust, and has recently explored the realms of sound design for theatre. She strongly believes in building community through live music experiences and is thrilled to help realize the goals and mission of the MCO.
Sara Malabar is a Winnipeg-based arts administrator, producer, and creative strategist with more than 20 years of experience in cultural leadership. She most recently served as Managing Director of Shakespeare in the Ruins. Previous roles include Managing Director of Studio of Received Ideas, Artistic Producer with the Toronto Special Events Office, and Programming Manager with Pride Toronto. Her work focuses on building sustainable arts organizations and inclusive audience and patron engagement. She is delighted to join the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra in support of its vibrant programming and community impact.
Welcome Nat and Sara! ✨
