International Thespian Society
Thes*pi*an, a. [From L. Thespis, Gr., the founder of the Greek drama] of or pertaining to Thespian. An actor.
Southwest Christian High School has an active troupe with the International Thespian Society (ITS). ITS is a national theatre honor society. Monthly meetings are held on campus to hone theatre skills and build SWCHS Theatre Community. A point system is utilized within ITS that allows students to receive recognition for their work in Theatre at SWCHS. For more information or to be added to our ITS mailing list - please email theater@swchs.org.
How do you become a Thespian?
A student must earn 10 points and work on two productions over their four years in high school to become a Thespian.
A high school International Thespian Society member receives:
- One-year subscription to Dramatics magazine
- Induction into the thespian society at the drama banquet
- Membership card
- Honor certificate for 25+ points received
- Members may “letter” in theatre at 40+ points
- Honor Medal to be worn at graduation
- Wonderful addition to a resume and/or portfolio
- Thespians are eligible for scholarships on the state and international level
For more information on the International Thespian Society, please contact Megan Liesmaki.