THE PROGRAM
Grand Oaks Theatre is a 6-A High School Theatre Arts program that works hard to bring exciting, entertaining educational productions to our community & offer a variety of Theatre & Technical 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 medals. 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
Travis MeadorDIRECTOR OF THEATRETHEATRE ARTS 1
THEATRE ARTS 2 THEATRE ARTS 3 & 4 PRODUCTION THEATRE DIRECTING SEMINAR 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. |
Chelsea MalsonTECHNICAL DIRECTORTHEATRE ARTS 1
TECHNICAL THEATRE 1 ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION THEATRE Mrs. Malson is beyond excited to be joining the faculty of Grand Oaks High School! She is so excited to be working with an amazing team and new students! She knows we will build beautiful theatre together!
Before coming to Grand Oaks High School, Mrs. Malson was the Head Director at New Caney High School for 7 years. In her time there, she directed and designed for many productions including Little Shop of Horrors, Disney's The Little Mermaid, The Wizard of Oz, Legally Blonde, The Odd Couple, Medea, The Insanity of Mary Girard, several Haunted House’s and many others! Mrs. Malson graduated Cum Laude from Stephen F. Austin University with a Bachelors of Fine Arts! |
2021-2022 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!
Haley A.Haley is a junior and this marks her first year to be a Theatre Officer. She has been on the State Champion Improv Team and was voted Most Promising Newcomer in 2020. Haley is excited to share her passion for Theatre and serve her peers!
Ally L.Ally is a senior whose hard work has been a blast these past three years. Ally is a well-rounded Thespian, having performed onstage, assistant stage-managed, and trained in multiple Technical Theatre disciplines. She is very excited to help make Season 4 the best that it can be!
Ella M.Ella is a junior whose passion for Theatre means she is ready and willing to pitch in wherever she can. Ella was named Best Supporting Actress in 2021 and Best Understudy/Alternate in 2020. She looks forward to collaborating with all of the new and returning students to produce amazing Theatre!
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Faith D.Faith is a junior and this is her first year as a Theatre Officer. In addition to being an enthusiast for all areas of Theatre, Faith won the Most Valuable Ensemble Member Award in 2021. Her positive attitude is infectious to all her fellow Thespians!
Sydney L.Sydney is a senior and this is her third year as Theatre Officer. She has been on the State Champion Improv Team for three years and been named Best Supporting Actress twice. She was honored as the 2021 Thespian of the Year. She has an extreme affinity for glitter!
Kati M.Kati is a senior and is an enthusiastic Thespian both on and off the stage. In 2021 she was named Most Valuable Ensemble Member and in 2020 she was awarded Most Improved Thespian. Kati enjoys helping others and working together to offer great shows to our community!
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Veronica P.
Veronica is a junior and this is her first year as a Theatre Officer. Veronica was named Outstanding Improviser in 2021, the same year she competed as part of the State Champion Improv Team. When she's not onstage, she is probably showing off her mad dance skills or playing on the soccer field.