Meet Our Team
The Kidstock! team of creative professionals are trained educators committed to our philosophy and the joy of theater. Many of our team are also singers, actors, and comedians in their own right as well! Scroll down to meet our incredible team.
Brian Milton — Founder & Creative Director
Brian Milton is the founder of Kidstock! Creative Theater, which he established over 35 years ago, and the creator of the Kidstock Creative Method that continues to guide the organization’s approach to arts education. A lifelong Winchester resident and graduate of Tufts University, Brian has spent his career developing programs that center storytelling, collaboration, and personal growth for young performers. His directing and design work has been seen at organizations including Boston Children’s Theatre, Winchester Cooperative Theatre, and the Lyric Stage Company of Boston, where he produced the family theater series Once Upon a Time with Kidstock!. He also directed productions at Winchester High School for more than a decade, building a strong foundation for student-driven theater.
Brings to the team: A long-term vision for arts education rooted in the Kidstock! Creative Method, guiding both the culture of the organization and the work carried forward by its educators.
Kyla Blocker — Director of Operations
Kyla Blocker is a performing arts administrator, theater educator, and director with over a decade of experience creating impactful arts programs for young people. She holds degrees from New York University and is currently completing a Master’s in Arts Administration at Boston University. Kyla has led theater programs in schools and community organizations, producing multiple productions annually while developing curriculum that fosters creativity, collaboration, and student leadership. She is passionate about building systems and environments where both students and artists can thrive.
Brings to the team: Deep experience in program leadership, systems-building, and scaling arts education initiatives.
Emma Stewart — Director of Programs
Emma Stewart is a community-focused arts educator and event professional with a passion for creating meaningful, inclusive experiences. With a background in both theater and hospitality, she brings over a decade of experience in event coordination, program development, and team leadership. Emma has worked with youth theater programs such as Natick Drama Workshop, where she helps lead musical theater experiences that emphasize collaboration, kindness, and community connection. She is dedicated to building spaces where students feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow.
Brings to the team: A strong ability to design and manage programs that center community, connection, and inclusion.
Meg Salocks — Director of Marketing
Meg Salocks is a marketing strategist and creative professional with over a decade of experience in digital engagement, design, and audience development across arts and cultural organizations. A former Kidstock! student herself, Meg first reconnected with the company in 2017 when she developed its original marketing and social media strategy. She later founded her own agency, Creative People Marketing, working with organizations including the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Americans for the Arts, and The Henry Ford. In 2023, she reestablished her connection to Kidstock! as a lead marketing partner, bringing both her professional expertise and lifelong connection to the organization into her work.
Brings to the team: A strategic and creative approach to marketing that highlights what makes Kidstock! unique while building meaningful connections with its audiences.
Jacob Cramer — Educational Artist/Performer
Jacob Cramer is a storyteller, theater educator, and creative program designer dedicated to inspiring young audiences. A graduate of Yale University and the Universidad de Alcalá in Spain, he has designed and led theater experiences that support creativity, confidence, and social-emotional learning. As a Fulbright Scholar, Jacob created participatory storytelling programs for young children that toured schools and libraries across Spain. He brings a thoughtful, imaginative approach to teaching, helping students discover the power of storytelling through play and performance.
Brings to the team: Expertise in early childhood storytelling and designing imaginative, developmentally grounded experiences.
Jackie Daley — Educational Artist/Performer
Jackie Daley has been a dedicated member of the Kidstock! team since 2017, working as an educator, performer, and creative collaborator. She has played a key role in developing the curriculum frameworks that shape Kidstock!’s programs, with a focus on fostering confidence, creativity, and empathy in young performers and storytellers. Jackie earned her BA from the University of Connecticut and trained at Improv Boston Comedy School, performing long-form improv and improvised musicals throughout the Boston area as a member of Acme Improv Company. Her experience also includes serving as the Instructor and Coordinator of the Arts for an after-school program on the Caribbean island of Saba, where she directed and choreographed youth productions while teaching a range of arts disciplines.
Brings to the team: Deep experience in curriculum development and ensemble-based teaching, helping students grow as confident, collaborative performers.
Madailein Demler — Educational Artist/Performer
Madailein Demler is a theater educator, director, and performer who specializes in creating engaging experiences for young artists. She earned her degree in Secondary Theater Education and Musical Theater from the University of New Hampshire, graduating magna cum laude. Madailein has led youth theater programs and camps, teaching improv, acting, and ensemble-building while directing student productions. She brings an energetic and supportive approach to the classroom, helping students build confidence, creativity, and a strong sense of teamwork.
Brings to the team: Strong classroom leadership and the ability to guide students from rehearsal to performance in high-energy settings.
Abigail Urbaczewski — Educational Artist/Performer
Abigail Urbaczewski is a writer, director, and choreographer who is passionate about creating meaningful, story-driven experiences for young performers. She holds a BFA in Film from Ohio University, where she graduated magna cum laude, and brings a background in digital storytelling, media production, and youth arts education. Abigail has directed and choreographed youth productions while working extensively with children in camps and creative programs. She enjoys helping students explore storytelling both onstage and behind the scenes.
Brings to the team: A unique blend of theater and digital storytelling, expanding how students create and share their work.