California State Thespians (CST) invites all California middle and high schools to bring a performance to the annual California Thespian Play Festivals. Performances (up to 30 minutes) may be one-acts, cuttings from full-length productions, reader’s theatre, dance, mime, comedy, drama, etc. Performances are encouraged to be: entertaining, audience-appropriate, and timely. Student-written and student-directed pieces are encouraged.

Pieces will be adjudicated by a panel of theatre professionals who will share their notes with the cast and crew immediately after each performance in a casual, educational atmosphere. Virtual Play Festival entries will receive detailed written feedback.

Thespian Play FestivalIn-Person Locations:

  • Northern: Westmont High School, Campbell, Jan 18, 2025
  • Central: Arroyo Grande High School, Arroyo Grande, Jan 18, 2025
  • LA / Inland: Upland High School, Upland, Jan 25, 2025
  • San Diego: Scripps Ranch High School, Jan 25, 2025
Any California performing group may enter any of the CA Thespian Play Festivals (in person or Virtual), regardless of their location.

 

Important Dates:

  • Registration for in-person events is due Jan 10.
  • Virtual submissions are due on Jan 31.

Rates:

  • $200 per Thespian troupe.
  • $300 per non-Thespian group.

Registration does not include lunch.

 

REGISTER TODAY!

 

updated Oct 21, 2024