Daily Inspiration: Meet Rebecca Weinstein

Today we’d like to introduce you to Rebecca Weinstein.

Hi Rebecca, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I’m Rebecca, and my journey started in Las Vegas, where I grew up with a love for theatre and stage management. I was always drawn to the magic that happens behind the scenes — calling cues, keeping the show running, and having the best seat in the house from the booth.

I went on to study at Northern Arizona University and built my career working with incredible organizations like Arizona Broadway Theatre, Ballet Arizona, and VEE Corporation (producers of Sesame Street Live!). Along the way, I met my husband, Josh — a talented pit drummer and musician — when he was invited to a production of Cats. We’ve been collaborating ever since, both on stage and off.

Our newest project, Oy to the World, is a Hanukkah show debuting December 1st at ASU Kerr. After years of working on Christmas productions, we wanted to create something that celebrates Jewish culture and fills a gap in the holiday theatre season — one that’s often dominated by The Nutcracker, Elf, and countless versions of A Christmas Carol.

We’re so excited to bring something joyful, funny, and full of heart to the stage — a show that celebrates light, laughter, and community during the holiday season.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It definitely hasn’t been a straight path. Like many people in the arts, I’ve had to pivot along the way. As much as I love theatre, the realities of working in the arts world can sometimes be draining — long hours, limited resources, and the challenge of making a sustainable career out of creative work.

Over time, I found new ways to use my stage management skills outside of the theatre. I’ve coordinated conferences, worked in student engagement at ASU, and now focus on member engagement with associations and non-profits. I’ve realized that so much of what I learned in theatre — organization, timing, communication, collaboration — translates beautifully into almost any field.

Still, the pull to create never really goes away. That’s why this current project feels so meaningful. Oy to the World lets me step back into that creative space to build something that fills a real need and brings joy — even if just for 90 minutes — to audiences who haven’t always seen their stories reflected on stage.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I think I’m known for being the person with big ideas — and for actually seeing them through. I love solving problems, connecting people, and finding creative ways to make things happen. Whether it’s producing a show, organizing an event, or brainstorming new projects, I thrive on taking an idea from a spark to something real and meaningful.

I’ve never been someone with a perfectly linear career path, but I’ve always followed curiosity and creativity wherever they lead. I love matchmaking — whether it’s pairing friends with opportunities, connecting collaborators, or spotting someone’s hidden talent and helping them shine.

But what I’m most proud of? My family<3 My husband, Josh, is an incredible partner, and together we’ve created two amazing, funny, and spirited daughters. Being “Lexi and Olivia’s mom” is probably what I’m most known for these days — and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way.

What are your plans for the future?
Looking ahead, I hope to continue growing my career in association and non-profit management — I really love the work of bringing people together, building community, and fostering engagement. At the same time, I’d love to find more ways to reconnect with the arts world. That creative side of me never really goes away, and I think my future will always blend both: creativity and connection.

As for big plans — if Oy to the World is a success (and I think it will be!), we’re already dreaming about what’s next. Maybe a second run in 2026, new versions with fresh songs and comedy, or even a family-friendly performance in the park. It’s exciting to imagine where it could go and how it might continue to grow into a new holiday tradition.

Pricing:

• $36/ticket to see the show

Contact Info:

• Website: https://asukerr.com/event/oy-to-the-world/