The honorary society for high school theatre students, The International Thespian Society, has troupes in more than 3,900 North American schools and has inducted more than two million members since its founding in 1929 - Ohio EdTA has over 200 Thespian Troupes and Junior Thespian Troupes troupes enrolled.
Firestone Thespians are active in local and state activities. Our troupe regularly competes in the Individual Event Competition, participates in the annual college/university auditions, hosts area conferences, and present shows at conference. Firestone Theatre has taken a handful of full-length plays to conference and have placed many students in the Individual Events competition and in recent All-Ohio productions at State Conference. Firestone Theatre also boasts several Bob Fose Memorial Scholarship winners -- the highest honor bestowed by Ohio Educational Theatre Association on any high school theatre student.
Seven Firestone Theatre productions have been selected by the Ohio Educational Theatre Association since 1997 as featured, full-length productions at the State Thespian Conference. Those plays include Macbeth (2008), for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf (2006), The Servant of Two Masters (2004), Dear Gabby: the Confessions of an Over-Achiever (2011 and 2000), The Seagull (1999), and Much Ado About Nothing (1997).
March 30, 31 and April 1, 2012
The annual State Thespian Conference is a three-day event presented by the Ohio Educational Theatre Association. This year’s conference is hosted by Centerville High School in Central Ohio
This fantastic, three-day event is open to all interested Firestone students. Thespians and non-Thespians can attend this this conference at a cost of $125.00 which covers registration, housing, and other related expenses. The conference includes a series of theatre performances including screened, full-length productions as well as acting and technical theatre workshops and many other fun activities. Thespians may elect to participate in the annual All-Ohio Production, the Individual Theatre Events Competition, run for a state Thespian office, or take part in the College/University Audition. Up to 10 parent volunteers are needed each year to serve as driver/chaperones for this event.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
The annual Area Thespian Conference is a one-day event. We are this year’s conference host.
The Area Thespian Conference is open to all interested Firestone students. Thespians and non-Thespians alike can attend this event for a small registration fee. The conference includes a series of theatre performances, acting and technical theatre workshops and other fun activities. Included in the cost of the event is a complete lunch and a conference t-shirt. Parent volunteers are needed for this event.
Our Thespian Troupe strives to help our neighbors in need. Thespians raise funds in support of the Food Distribution Program at the nearby First Baptist Church of Akron. Our generous patrons pull change from their pockets in support of this outstanding community effort that feeds nearly 500 needy neighbors each month. Our Thespians typically raise over $2000.00 for this project every year. Our thanks to the many generous people who have supported this effort and to the many Thespians who have made it happen with such grace.
Thespian Troupe
Thespians undertake fund-raiser to offset personal costs of conferences and other expenses.
Our Thespians undertake a series of simple fund-raisers to help pay for expenses associated with conference registration, field trips, and production expenses such as personal make-up kits. Fund-raisers have included car washes and candy sales, among other events.
Thespians meet as a group at least five times each school year and plan plenty of other social activities for its members. Plans include seeing local theatre including shows at nearby high schools as well as movie nights, a bowling event, and game nights. Our officers are open to suggestions regarding fun activities for our members.
Students earn eligibility in our Thespian Troupe by undertaking theatre experiences in our school and at other theatres. Each student must earn a total of 10 points of which five must be earned at their home school to be eligible for induction. Points are tallied by the theatre director at least twice per year. Induction is held each May at the annual Awards and Recognition Dinner. All Thespians must pay a one-time due in an amount set by the International Thespian Society.
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Vice-President – Hannah Pryseski
Secretary – Sierrah Jesilowski
Clerk – Jon Bozeka
Treasurer – Geonah Miller
Senior Representatives – Jacquie Hailstock and Madison Williams
Junior Representative – Erika Johnson and Ben Wilson
Sophomore Representative – Samantha Lewis and Alex Westcott
Freshman Representative – Morgan Csejtey and Lexi Hanson
