Arizona Thespians is a group of educators, students, and professionals who are dedicated to promoting theatre education in our schools and community.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to build a strong and effective Theatre community through high-quality theatre education, where individuals develop by valuing people, collaborating, pursuing excellence, and leading with respect and integrity.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to foster a dedicated Theatre community where individuals are empowered to contribute meaningfully, use collaboration to enhance creativity, and promote continuous learning and leadership.
OUR HISTORY
The Arizona Thespian Society was established in the mid-1970s and proudly serves as a Region I Chapter of the International Thespian Society, under the umbrella of the Educational Theatre Association. For more than 35 years, Arizona Thespians has supported theatre education across the state, reaching over 70,000 students and thousands of educators.
Our commitment to arts education has been formally recognized by the Office of the Governor, which issued a State Proclamation designating November as “Theatre in Our Schools Month” in celebration of our annual State Thespian Festival. This designation underscores the significant role that theatre education plays in the academic and cultural development of Arizona’s youth.
NOTE: All students must be affiliated with a school and accompanied by a certified teacher from that school to attend all Arizona Thespian events.
