Welcome to California Thespians, a state chapter of the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA).
We have a lot of exciting events taking place throughout the year.
Save the Dates!
International Thespian Festival: June 22-27, 2025 - Indiana University Bloomington
EdTA Theatre Educator Conference: June 22-24, 2025 - Indiana University Bloomington
San Diego Tech Conference: Sep 13, 2025 - Grossmont College
Southern CA Technical Theatre Conference & Thespian Leadership Conference: TBD - Claremont High School
Northern CA Technical Theatre Conference & Thespian Leadership Conference: Oct 4, 2025 - Santa Clara University
Northern CA Play Festival: Jan. 17, 2026 - Westmont High School
Central Coast Play Festival: Jan. 17, 2026 - Arroyo Grande High School
Central Valley Play Festival: Jan. 24, 2026 - Buhach Colony High School
LA/Inland Empire Play Festival: Jan 24, 2026 - Upland High School
San Diego Play Festival: Jan 24, 2026 - Scripps Ranch High School
Virtual Play Festival entries due Jan 30.
Jr Thespian Festival: TBD - Orange County School of the Arts
CA State Thespian Festival: TBD - Pomona College and Bridges Auditorium