About 

Douglas County High School's International Thespian Society strives to produce quality live theatre to the community. The International Thespian Society is an international high school program with goals to improve and nurture theatre arts in the hearts of young people, whether that be through technical service or stage performance. To read more about the International Thespian Society look here

Getting Involved

There are many ways to get involved with our troupe. We have many performance and technical opportunities available throughout the school year and the summer. The most significant of these opportunities are our shows. We are producing two shows in the 2019-20 school year along with a variety and an improv show. Look under the "Current Season" link for audition and show dates! The opportunities are not limited to just acting and performing, an integral part of our troupe is our technical workers. Some positions offered are running crew positions, costume managers, lighting and sound design, and leadership roles such as Stage Managers and Assistant Stage Managers. Check the blog to find out when tech applications are available with Mr. Stephens. If you have any questions about technical positions or auditions, leave a comment and our officers will connect you with a Thespian in that area. To be inducted into the International Thespian Society means that you have more opportunities within the troupe. To be inducted you must earn 10 points (equivalent to 100 hours theatrical work), have completed work in 4 acts, and have received at least 1 point in each category of Thespian service (technical and performance). To read more about induction qualifications look under the "Forms" link. To look into the opportunities membership awards you and the induction ceremony look under the "Events" link.

Troupe Recognition

These are honors or recognition's our Troupe or members have received in the past few years
Diary of Anne Frank, 2018
  • 1st Place in the Region 5-AAAAAA One-Act Competition
  • Issac Miller received Best Actor at One-Act Competition
  • Molly Tucker received All Star Cast at One-Act Competition

She Kills Monsters, 2017
  • 2nd Place in the Region 5-AAAAAA One-Act Competition
  • Jake Head received All Star Cast at One-Act Competition
  • Best Set at One-Act Competition
The 39 Steps, 2016
  • 2nd Place in the Region 5-AAAAAA One-Act Competition
  • Kobe McKelvey, Grace Hall, and Jacob Pearce received All Star Cast at One-Act Competition
  • Jamie Schad received Best Sound Design at One-Act Competition
Oklahoma! 2016
  • Honorable Mention for Best Choreography at the Shuler Hensley Awards
Flowers for Algernon, 2015
  • 1st Place in the Region 3-AAAAAA One-Act Competition
  • 6th Place in the One-Act State Competition
  • Emma Schroer received Best Actress at the Region One-Act Competition
  • Sam Puckett, Jayme Perry, and Jenna Miller received All Star Cast at Region One-Act
Dancing at Lughnasa, 2014
  • Abi Hand received Best Actress at the Region One-Act Competition
Moon Over Buffalo, 2013
  • Marissa Marr received Best Actress at the Region One-Act Competition






Douglas County Theatre Guild

The Douglas County Theatre Guild acts as the parent association and boosters for the International Thespian Society. They help coordinate the collection of dues, the running of the concession stand, managing the house on show nights, act as chaperones, and provide food for late night rehearsals and show nights.
They have meetings 3-4 times a year and all parents are invited to attend. Look back here and on the blog for the next meeting date. 

Mission Statement: The Guild is to provide support and enrich the experience for all students in the DCHS Theatre Company