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. Below are a few of the upcoming events and opportunities.

 

 

 

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Upcoming Events

  • Thu
    13
    Sep
    2018
    Sun
    16
    Sep
    2018

    EdTA National Conference

    Grand Hyatt Denver, CO

    The Educational Theatre Association’s National Conference is held each year to provide educators with the opportunity to meet and network with their peers during an event featuring a wide range of professional development and keynote speakers.

  • Sat
    22
    Sep
    2018

    Northern Leadership and Technical Conference

    7:30 AM - 4:00 PMSanta Clara University

    This is a great way to begin your new school year with some professional training! Whether you're a new or established High School Thespian Troupe, or you’re just thinking about joining Thespians - we have something for every High School Theatre enthusiast, so please come join us!

  • Sat
    22
    Sep
    2018

    Southern Leadership and Technical Conference

    7:30 AM - 4:00 PMUpland High School, Upland CA

    This is a great way to begin your new school year with some professional training! Whether you're a new or established High School Thespian Troupe, or you’re just thinking about joining Thespians - we have something for every High School Theatre enthusiast, so please come join us!

  • Sat
    15
    Dec
    2018

    Southern California Thespian Play Festival - DATE CHANGE

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PMLos Alamitos High School, Los Alamitos CA

    California State Thespians (CST) invites all California High Schools to bring a 30 minute play or cutting of a play to the annual California Thespian Play Festival. See shows from a variety of troupes, and receive adjudication in this casual, educational atmosphere for adjudication and feedback. Judge’s top performance will be invited to perform on the Main Stage at the California State Thespian Festival at the Highlander Auditorium in Upland, CA

  • Sat
    19
    Jan
    2019

    Northern California Thespian Play Festival

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PMWestmont High School, Campbell CA

    California State Thespians (CST) invites all California High Schools to bring a 30 minute play or cutting of a play to the annual California Thespian Play Festival. See shows from a variety of troupes, and receive adjudication in this casual, educational atmosphere for adjudication and feedback. Judge’s top performance will be invited to perform on the Main Stage at the California State Thespian Festival at the Highlander Auditorium in Upland, CA

  • Sat
    19
    Jan
    2019

    Central California Thespian Play Festival

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PMGolden Valley High, Bakersfield CA

    California State Thespians (CST) invites all California High Schools to bring a 30 minute play or cutting of a play to the annual California Thespian Play Festival. See shows from a variety of troupes, and receive adjudication in this casual, educational atmosphere for adjudication and feedback. Judge’s top performance will be invited to perform on the Main Stage at the California State Thespian Festival at the Highlander Auditorium in Upland, CA

  • Thu
    28
    Mar
    2019
    Sat
    30
    Mar
    2019

    California State Thespian Festival (High School)

    Highlander Auditorium, Upland CA

    Get ready for the best three days of high school theatre in California. The California State Thespian Festival features numerous performances presented by high school students from throughout the state. Students may participate in a variety of workshops led by theatre professionals, perform or view individual performance and tech events, audition for scholarships, shop for theatre merchandise, and hang out with 1200 other California Thespians.