APPLY FOR CLASS PLACEMENT 2025-2026
The International Thespian Society was established in 1929 by a group of college and high school teachers in Fairmont, West Virginia. They named their organization for Thespis, the Greek who—according to legend—was the first actor. Their guiding principle was a dedication to excellence in theater arts in secondary schools. In the years since, the Society has grown into an international organization with more than a million members, but its goals haven't changed: the Thespian Society still strives to make schools a place for good theater and to honor those students who do theater well.
The International Thespian Society is the only organization to honor secondary school students for outstanding work in theater. The resolution with which the Society tackles this role is evident in its focus on the students; their achievements, involvement and access to quality theater arts instruction are the basic concerns of ITS. We take these ideals very seriously and also include philanthropic work such as Broadway Cares.
“Act well your part; there all the honor lies.” ~Alexander Pope
Hello friends! My name is Eliza Watts, and I am your President for the 2024-2025 school year! I got inducted into the troupe in 2023, and was the Vice President last year, in addition to being in our Conservatory class and competing at the district and state level of competition. I love stage managing and acting, knitting, making jewelry, and biking! I'm ecstatic for this school year, and can't wait to get closer with the rest of the theatre company! Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Hello everyone! My name is Bailey McDowell, and I'm your Troupe 4937 Vice President! As Vice, I manage the website, organizing events with local middle schools, and helping with the AV Tech club. I'm so excited to be in a leadership position and help out the troupe. Let's get to State! Apart from Theatre, I do Mock Trial and I read a lot. I'm class of 2026, and I am SO ready for this year's mainstages. You can contact me anytime, and I look forward to meeting everyone!
Hello hello! My name is Jayla Baez-Andrade, I'm part of class of 2025 and one of the co-secretaries for Thespian Troupe 4937! As a Secretary, it's both mine and Sage's job to take documentation of our meetings so we can implement any notes/improvements for future events. Apart from Theatre, I'm also part of the dance and ASL programs at LHHS. Outside of school I LOVE to watch movies and read a little bit. I can't wait to see what this year has to offer! :)
Email: s.baril8750@gmail.com Phone: 407-310-6530
Hi! My name is Sage Baril, and I'm your troupe 4937 co-secretary! Jayla and I work together to document meetings, send out reminders, help with applications and anything written, etc. Theatre takes up the majority of my time, but my other hobbies include sfx makeup, painting, making jewelry, overanalysing cartoons and sitcoms, and most recently, mock trial. I'm so incredibly excited for what troupe 4937 has in store this year! You can contact me anytime for anything (I don't sleep very much, I promise I'll be awake).
Hi all! My name is Matt Ramsey, I'm a part of the Class of 2026, and I'm one of your co-historians for Thespian Troupe 4937! As Historian, I help with making sure that all info goes out on all of our social medias such as Instagram and Twitter, and other things relating to that info! In my free time I'm a part of AP 2D Art, NHS, Art Club, and other clubs. I also enjoy music and TV shows- with some favorites of mine including Wilco, Kendrick Lamar, and "The Bear"! You can contact me anytime!
Hello everyone!! I'm Kailyn and I'm so excited to be one of your historians for the 2024-2025 school year!! I help to make sure information gets to you via different social media platforms!! In the past I have also helped out with the set and art department as one of your scenic designers and will continue to help bring our sets to life!! Outside of school I like to read, make jewelry, and I love listening to music!! You can contact me anytime!!
Hello! My name is Oliver, but everyone calls me Maki (Mack-e). I am one of your co-treasures, along with Dominick Mazzaro! I handle everything related to our troupe sponsorships and money that comes into the troupe! I'm so excited to be working with everyone, and I can't wait to see all of the new faces coming into our thespian troupe! If you ever have any questions or need to contact me, my contact info is above!
Hello! I'm Dominick and I'll be one of your treasurers this year! As a treasurer, I assist with sponsorships, fundraising, tickets, and more! On top of treasurer I will also be directing the One Act for District Thespian Competition and hopefully go on to the state level. I hope to see you in it! My life outside of theatre includes gaming, tennis, the beach, and video editing. I'm incredibly excited for new year and I hope you are too!