She realized at a young age how important a story is told by the clothing a person wears. She majored in theater with an emphasis in costume design at Western Washington University and has been costuming shows for over 40 years. She learned to sew at the age of 9, and has been sewing ever since. She particularly loves doing historical costumes, and enjoys learning the cultural, and social history as well. She’s excited to teach a new generation of storytellers through costuming! Her strength is in cutting and construction. Some of her favorite shows that she’s designed and built are Les Miserables, Mary Poppins, Be More Chill, James and the Giant Peach, Bring It On, Guys and Dolls, Oklahoma! and Sunday In The Park With George for Aspire CDA. Erin is thrilled to be a part of the CYT family.