About me
Timothy Deaton, is the Executive Director of the Appalachian Arts Alliance. After studying Music and Theatre Education at Morehead State University, and a short stent in New York performing in numerous Theatrical and Operatic Productions, Tim returned to the Mountains, where his heart had remained.
Tim has a passion for community, the arts, and Appalachia. Tim first came to the organization as a member of the Board of Directors. He resigned from the board, applied and became the new Executive Director in November of 2019. Tim led the organization through the construction of the ArtStation while simultaneously leading us through a global pandemic. Tim has brought a new life and energy to AAA, his ability to develop programs, fundraise, and strategize, has helped AAA become a regional leader in the Arts, while helping to lead his community through a major revitalization.
Tim is a trained vocalist, actor, and dancer. His leadership as a young, queer, professional in the region has been a shining example of overcoming obstacles and true Appalachian Resiliency. Through AAA, Tim has integrated arts, culture and design in to efforts that have strengthened our community, thereby preserving it for generations to come.
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