Nick Forster (full bio)
Musician and songwriter Nick Forster is the host and co-producer of etown. During his 12 years with the Grammy-nominated, award winning bluegrass band, Hot Rize, Nick performed for audiences worldwide. He has been on countless radio and television programs, with numerous appearances on A Prairie Home Companion and Austin City Limits. Rolling Stone Magazine calls Nick "an exceptional songwriter ... unquestionably a virtuoso." His quick warm wit, stellar guitar playing, and strong vocals are hallmarks of etown.

Helen Forster (full bio)
As the co-host of etown, actress/vocalist Helen Forster lends her golden-toned voice to both the spoken word and the musical portions of the show. She's provided harmony vocals for guests like Beth Orton, Bruce Cockburn, Keb'Mo' and Mavis Staples to name a few. In addition to Helen's role on etown, her 30 years as a veteran of stage, film, and voice performance include a stint in two formal theater companies and as a member of SRO Theater Troupe, an improv group. She has also appeared on A Prairie Home Companion and in concert around the country.

The etones
The etones, etown's house band, features Chris Engleman on bass, Christian Teele on drums, Ron Jolly on piano, and host Nick Forster on guitar and mandolin, with Helen Forster on vocals. To quote Shawn Colvin, "The etones kick ass!"

Staff

Donna Giardina, Graphics/Production Coordinator
Bodie Johnson, New Media/Audience Development
Roger Menell, Talent Coordinator
Debbie Merino, Finance
Lisa Miles, Office Operations
Cheryl Winston, Assistant to the Executive Producer

Board of Directors
Helen Forster
Nick Forster
George Deriso
Delyn Drake
Edyn Jessup
Kathy Leonard
Lori Preston
Richard Tucker
Jeffrey Woodruff
Tommy Zanetich

Crew
Tara Amendola, Assistant Stage Manager
Laurel Amsel, Merchandise Sales
Bill Bailey, Backstage Security
Carol Baum, Front House Manager
Cris Baur, Backstage Security
Steve Haver, Audio/Stage Management
Steve Lary, Production Manager
Jason McDaniel, Audio Assistant
Justin Tamplin, Monitor Engineer
James Tuttle, Recording Engineer
Jeanne Walsh, Backstage Hospitality
Ryan White, Director of Audio/Line Producer