Uppercue Named New Director of Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center

Flagler Schools has appointed Craig B. Uppercue as the new Director of the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center (Flagler Auditorium) and K–12 Visual & Performing Arts, effective July 8, 2026.

Uppercue succeeds longtime Director Amelia Fulmer, who will retire July 31 after nearly 40 years with Flagler Schools. The two will work together throughout July to ensure a smooth leadership transition.

Uppercue comes to Flagler Schools from Volusia County Schools, where he served as District Fine Arts Specialist overseeing visual and performing arts programs districtwide. He previously served as Artistic Director of the historic Athens Theatre in DeLand and is an adjunct faculty member at Stetson University.

He holds degrees in music, educational leadership, and curriculum and instruction, and is completing a Doctor of Education at Liberty University. 

“I am honored to join Flagler Schools and lead the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center,” Uppercue said. “I look forward to building on Amelia Fulmer’s legacy while continuing to strengthen arts education and community partnerships throughout Flagler County. I’m truly excited to be able to have the opportunity to support the students, faculty and staff of Flagler Schools.”

Located on the campus of Flagler Palm Coast High School, the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center hosts professional performances, community events, and student productions throughout the year.