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About Our Thespians (Troupe #2826)
The
International Thespian Society (named in honor of Thespis, the first actor) provides services for high school students who
are serious about their love for Theatre Arts. It gives students the opportunity for leadership and responsibilities. Thespian
membership is granted for the performance of meritorious work in the Theatre Arts as determined by the Educational Theatre
Association (EdTA).
Students can become members by earning points for their work. School troupes are responsible
for conducting meetings, electing officers and class representatives, and providing services and training.
Northeast's Thespian Troupe was chartered on April 21,1966. EdTA has information regarding
the International Thespian Society and the Educational Theatre Association.
Our Motto is:
"Act well your part. There all the honor lies."
--Alexander Pope's Essay on Man, Epistle IV, line 193, from "As You Like It"
The DIONYSUS CLUB
Who We Are
The DIONYSUS CLUB (named for the Greek God of
the Theatre) is the extra-curricular (after school activity) club for Theatre Arts (Drama). All students attending
Northeast are eligible to participate, provided they maintain academic eligibility, 2.0 GPA in each subject,
and are willing to put forth the time and effort required.
What We Do
At meetings, we discuss Club and Production business.
After the meetings, we have Theatre Arts sessions where students learn some fundamental acting through games and personal
interaction, and technical acumen using hands-on training with tools and practical application.
On an almost daily basis, we have either rehearsals
or technical crew and house crew work days for the current production.
Where We Go
We attend the Annual County Drama Festival in
the Spring of each academic year where we associate with other area high schools in a common Theatre Arts setting of workshops
and performances. We also attend stage productions at other local high schools and community theatre houses.
Our Recent History (1999 - Present)
For a glance at our past productions, executive
boards, Drama seniors, and our Tony Award winners, click on Past Events.
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