Thespian Troupe (9-12)
Thespian Troupe #2094 is an honorary organization that recognizes and rewards excellence among participants in the theater arts program.
Thespian membership should be viewed as an honor. Seneca Valley’s Thespian Troupe is a member of the Educational Theatre Association (EDTA) and International Thespian Society (ITS). The mission of EdTA/ITS is to promote and strengthen theatre in education.
Students in grades 9-12 may apply for membership and induction.
Acceptance is based on a point system including involvement in theater in the school and community.
The Thespians support the All-School Musical, Senior Class Play and Thespian Play.
They participate in the Homecoming Carnival, STOP, Challenge and the Activities Fair.
The highlight of the year is an annual trip to New York City to experience Broadway theater.
Awards presented at the end of the year banquet recognize Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Technician and Best Thespian.
The group is advised by senior high English teacher Mrs. Amber Hugus at
hugusal@svsd.net
Thespian Motto: “Act well your part; there all the honor lies.”
Thespian Officers 2011-2012
President – Elicia Gibson
Vice President – Aren Morris
Secretary – Kylie Rapso
Clerk – Maddie McDonough
Historian Kimberly Nutter
Senior High Representatives - Julianna Hritz, Kelly Kress
Thespian Awards 2010-2011
Best Thespian – Simon Brown
Best Actor/Actress – Adam Zahren
Thespian Awards 2009-2010
Best Thespian – Megan Abbate
Best Actor – James Fitzpatrick
Best Actress – Kristen Sutton
Thespian Awards 2008-2009
Best Thespian – Joshua Smith
Best Actor – Cole Rapso
Best Actress – Torrance Shepherd
Challenge Competition
2010-Thespians 1st Place Winners