The team
Meet Cassi & Susan
Cassi and Susan met where so many theatre friendships begin — backstage, surrounded by fabric, pins, and performers who need to be ready in ninety seconds. Together they share a love of storytelling, a respect for history, and a belief that a costume should help every performer feel like their character the moment they step into it.
“Can you see it at 30 feet away?”
Costume Designer · Director
Cassi Nelson
Bringing the fine arts to kids of all ages so they can let their light shine has always been Cassi's lifelong goal.
Cassi has years of experience both onstage and behind the scenes. Her costuming credits include Quincy High School — where she has joined the QHS Theatre Department for six years in a row — Masquers, Quincy Valley Allied Arts, and other community theatres.
She previously ran a community theatre in Ramona, California, because the school district did not have a theatre. Cassi has directed musicals in Italy, California, Virginia, and a few out in the middle of the ocean.
Her work brings together costume design, theatre production, and storytelling. She credits her mother with teaching her everything she knows about costuming for the stage, and she studies the history of each show to make the story come to life — truly immersing the audience in the world of the story.
Highlights
- Costumes for Quincy High School, Masquers & Quincy Valley Allied Arts
- Ran a community theatre in Ramona, California
- Directed musicals in Italy, California, Virginia — and at sea
- Historical research & character storytelling
Costume Maker · Sewing Teacher
Susan Lybbert
With a love for theatre, a passion for creativity, and a heart for helping students shine, Susan finds joy in bringing a little backstage magic to every production.
Susan brings creativity, craftsmanship, and a passion for supporting young performers to every production. She has proudly supported the Quincy High School theatre program for eight productions, from creating Cinderella's magical transformation dresses to teaching students to sew and helping bring their costume ideas to life.
Her work includes costume construction, sewing instruction, fittings, alterations, and repairs. Whether stitching last-minute repairs, assisting with quick changes, or lending a hand with hair and makeup, she loves being part of the team that makes each show special.
Outside of QHS, Susan enjoys supporting local arts programs and attending local and regional theatre productions. Most importantly, she is the proud parent of a QHS theatre graduate who was part of eight wonderful productions!
Highlights
- Eight Quincy High School theatre productions
- Created Cinderella's magical transformation dresses
- Sewing instruction for students
- Fittings, alterations, repairs & quick changes
- Hair, makeup & backstage support