Out On A Limb Productions, is owned by Kathleen & Michael Gilpatrick of Baxter, Tennessee. Kathleen began writing and directing Murder Mystery Events in 1991 while serving as the Cultural Coordinator for the City of Cookeville at the Cookeville Drama Center.
In 1992 she formed Taylor Productions and wrote, produced and directed murder mysteries as well as theatrical and educational events for organizations and private individuals.
The Mayor of Cookeville recognized Kathleen in 1995 for co-founding The Drama Center Backstage Series, which was awarded the 1995 Dorothy Mullen National Arts and Humanities Award.
In 1996 Kathleen left her position with the city to devote herself full-time to the newly named Out On A Limb Productions .
In 1996 Kathleen was also named Director of Theatre at The Wesley Foundation Arena Theatre in which she produces and directs two productions a year.
Her work at Wesley was honored in 1997 & 1998 when she was awarded the “Best Director” and “Best Overall Production” Drama Star Awards.
Kathleen serves as visiting artist at Upperman High School for their drama program since 2003 directing two productions a year. This position is funded by The Tennessee Arts Commission, The Community Foundation and The National Endowment for the Arts.
Kathleen and Michael Gilpatrick now write, produce, direct and often perform in numerous mysteries a year as well as theatrical productions and special events.
Their commitment today remains the same as it did in 1991 to provide quality entertainment.