Who We Are

Cynthia Cristilli

FOUNDER

As a Drama Therapist, Emmy Award winner and author Cynthia has spent the last 25 years redefining interactive theater and its power to promote social change. As a facilitator, she is a subject matter expert in sexual harassment prevention, diversity and unconscious bias. Cynthia is dedicated to encouraging critical thinking around human dynamic issues through the lens of cutting edge theater and direct talk backs with characters.

Molly Goode Co-Founder
In 1994 Cynthia Cristilli and professional actress Molly Goode teamed to combine their backgrounds in theater, writing and education to create Life Theatre Services. Molly served as Artist Director until her retirement in 2025 and her contributions remain part of the foundation of our performance based practice.

Our Team of Professional Actors

Life Theatre works with the most accomplished actors in the Bay Area and beyond. Skilled performers and improvisors, cast members are chosen based on client needs and program topic. Beyond performance, our actors are trained in the subject matter at hand and are fluent in Life Theatre’s approach. By staying in character and engaging the audience they bring difficult, real world issues to life.