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THE PROGRAM
Grand Oaks Theatre is a 5-A High School Theatre Arts program that works hard to bring exciting, entertaining educational productions to our community & offer a variety of Theatre & Technical Theatre Classes!
We are Thespian Troupe #8779, part of the International Thespian Society and Texas Thespians.
Our students have the opportunity to compete year round in speech tournaments, at the Texas Thespian State Festival, in U.I.L. Theatrical Design, and the Spring U.I.L. One-Act Play State Competition.
Each year we produce 8 to 12 productions, including Main Stage shows, Black Box shows, Improv shows, student-directed one-act plays, and Showcase performances. There are many opportunities to get involved!
Our monthly Theatre Club Meetings keep everyone informed and socialize. You do not have to be in a Theatre class to audition or to participate in the after-school Theatre Club or attend meetings.
Come to any Meeting or visit the "Calendar" page to learn more about what we have going on.
Please email our directors if you have any questions.
We are Thespian Troupe #8779, part of the International Thespian Society and Texas Thespians.
Our students have the opportunity to compete year round in speech tournaments, at the Texas Thespian State Festival, in U.I.L. Theatrical Design, and the Spring U.I.L. One-Act Play State Competition.
Each year we produce 8 to 12 productions, including Main Stage shows, Black Box shows, Improv shows, student-directed one-act plays, and Showcase performances. There are many opportunities to get involved!
Our monthly Theatre Club Meetings keep everyone informed and socialize. You do not have to be in a Theatre class to audition or to participate in the after-school Theatre Club or attend meetings.
Come to any Meeting or visit the "Calendar" page to learn more about what we have going on.
Please email our directors if you have any questions.
HOW TO BECOME A THESPIAN
All students are welcome in Grand Oaks Theatre, but dedicated members may be interested in becoming official thespians. A thespian is a member of the International Thespian Society (ITS). Every theatre event that a student participates in earns them Thespian Points. Earning 10 Thespian Points means that a student can be officially inducted into the ITS for life! Points can be earned through acting and/or technical crew participation. After the initial 10 points have been earned, students can accrue more points to earn more honors from the ITS. Students who earn 40 points will letter in Theatre. Higher levels of honor include receiving graduation honor cords and stoles.
You can see how many points you currently have at the bottom of this page. Points are updated after each show.
Points awarded are based on the judgement and discretion of the directors and may vary between shows.
You can see how many points you currently have at the bottom of this page. Points are updated after each show.
Points awarded are based on the judgement and discretion of the directors and may vary between shows.
MEET THE DIRECTORS
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Travis MeadorDIRECTOR OF THEATRETHEATRE ARTS 1
THEATRE ARTS 2 THEATRE ARTS 3 PRODUCTION THEATRE Mr. Meador is thrilled to be a part of the founding faculty of
Grand Oaks High School and to be collaborating in the Theatre Arts with such amazing and inspiring students. Before coming to Grand Oaks High School, Mr. Meador was the Assistant Director of Theatre at Oak Ridge High School. In his time there, he directed many productions including Disney's The Little Mermaid, Peter and the Starcatcher, Seussical the Musical, The 39 Steps, and many others, in addition to coaching the school's Improv Team. Mr. Meador is a graduate of Sam Houston State University where he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Arts. He also received his Masters in Education degree from Lamar University. |
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Michael LarsonTECHNICAL DIRECTORTHEATRE ARTS 1
TECHNICAL THEATRE 1 Mr. Larson is beyond excited to begin his teaching career at Grand Oaks High School and being able to work with such an amazingly talented group of students!
Mr. Larson is a recent graduate of Sam Houston State University. During his time there, Mr. Larson was a Stage Manager for 3 shows (25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, An Evening at Jacques, and The Shape of Things), Directed a One Act (Dust), Assistant Directed a Mainstage Show (Our Lady of 121st Street), and worked Outreach for 3 years. Along with these achievements, Mr. Larson also has worked with Seattle Children’s Theatre as an Assistant Teaching Artist and worked with children ranging from 3 years old through 18 years old. Mr. Larson has already worked with GOHS Theatre as a Costume Designer for Peter and the Starcatcher and is very excited to continue his journey at GOHS! |
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Jake FranklynTHEATRE TECHNICIANMr. Franklyn is our resident Theatre Technician! He is an expert in all technical theatre areas and works behind the scenes on all auditorium and Black Box events.
Mr. Franklyn is a graduate of Oak Ridge High School, where he worked on all tech areas for many shows. He can often be found working in the control booth or scene shop. |
2019-2020 THEATRE OFFICER BOARD
Each year Grand Oaks Theatre's Officer Board functions as our leadership team and works in collaboration with all program directors, students, and parents to serve and support our program. These hardworking students are chosen by their peers at the end of the previous school year to represent them during the current school year. Theatre Officers are experienced and knowledgeable Theatre students. Find and ask any of our officers if you have questions about any events or opportunities!
Chloe Alexander
Chloe is a junior and this marks her second year to be a Theatre Officer. Last year she was a member of the Improv Team and was a National Qualifier at TTSF and lettered in Theatre. She received a UIL Honorable-Mention All-Star Cast Award and was Thespian of the Year. Chloe is excited to share her passion for Theatre and serve her peers!
Kate Armstrong
Kate is a junior and is a dedicated Theatre Technician. Last year she was head of Lights, but has experience in all technical crews. She received last year's Best Tech Crew Head Award and lettered in Theatre. Kate is thrilled to spread her joy for Tech to her fellow classmates and train the up-and-coming students in the ways of the force!
Anna Clausi
Anna is a junior and this marks her second year to be a Theatre Officer. Last year she was a National Qualifier at TTSF. She received the Best Actress Award last year. Anna cannot wait to get to know all of the Thespians and encourage incoming students to get involved as much as possible. This year is going to be "coolio!"
Sydney Lafferty
Sydney is a sophomore and is a dedicated Thespian in all areas. Last year she was a member of the Improv Team. She received last year's Best Supporting Actress Award. Sydney is looking forward to this next exciting year of Theatre, in addition to being role model for her peers and classmates. She has an extreme affinity for glitter!
Gavin Nutt
Gavin is a sophomore and is passionate about every area of Theatre. He received an Honorable Mention All-Star Cast Award last year for the UIL One-Act Play. Gavin is thrilled to be able to help lead the department this year and make Season Two the best it can be! He enjoys all areas of the musical arts and is a major guitar enthusiast.