Dave Green: the man of sound

By: James Burkhalter

Picture of Dave Green by Jostens

If you’ve ever performed on the Mary Glass PAC stage, then you’ve interacted with Mr. David Green. His job title is literally “PAC Specialist,” which encompasses everything in the PAC. While his position monitors every aspect of the PAC, most who know him associate him with the PAC’s sound system. Dubbed Owasso High School’s “Man of Sound.” Mr. Green’s face is synonymous with the PAC, and his helpfulness is evident in both his job description and personality. His bright personality shines through students' impressions of him. It’s hard to mention Green’s name without seeing a smile on the face of anyone who’s spoken to him.

“Mr. Green has always been a positive presence in every production I've been in throughout my years at high school,” said Alexandria Holler, a junior in Theater III.

Holler is one of many people who enjoy working with Mr. Green. As classes come in and out of high school,  Mr. Green’s kindness is something that is substantially remembered. In addition to his job, Mr. Green also teaches students to work in the PAC. In their combined efforts, they run the stage during every performance on the Mary Glass stage. 

“He's very understanding if I mess up, and he is good at helping me learn how to fix the mistake,” stated Raygen Kurtz, a student under Mr. Green.

Although Kurtz is still a student, Mr. Green has taught her so much that they virtually operate at the same skill level. Many other students follow Kurtz as well, so the PAC is never understaffed. These students may be very skilled, but they do not have the qualification of “PAC Specialist.” Mr. Green’s job description as a Performing Arts Center Specialist may seem broad, but that barely scratches the surface. 

“I manage all events, scheduling, technical, upkeep maintenance, purchasing; I run this facility,” remarked Green.

It may just look like a stage, but there are many things that go into making the people on it look and sound good, which Mr. Green is well aware of. He may have a few extra hands around the PAC, but he’s still the only person working around the clock.

“I work here because it’s a great environment, and I get to see students excel in their craft, and I also get to do what I love, which is working production,” noted Green.

If you have the opportunity to work with Mr. Green in the PAC, greet him with kindness and a smile because he surely will.