Colorado State Thespians
Welcome to the Colorado State Thespians web site, dedicated to serve 6-12 educational theatre programs! The Colorado State Thespians are affiliated with The International Thespian Society and the Educational Theatre Association. The International Thespian Society is a non-profit, tax-exempt honorary organization for high school theatre students. The society is committed to the advancement of educational theatre, and to this end publishes Dramatics Magazine, sponsors Thespian Festivals and theatre workshops, produces educational materials, and provides college scholarship opportunities for students.
The Colorado Chapter Director is Jeremy Goldson, Douglas County theatre director at Mountain Vista High School, Troupe #6525. Web site management and Colorado Thespian contracts are handled by Dr. Jay Seller, Adams 12 Fine Arts Coordinator and Horizon High School theatre director, Troupe #5012. Dr. Seller is also the current Vice President for the Educational Theatre Association. The Colorado State Thespians is a registered non-profit organization, (Ohio, Domestic Articles/Non-profit document #200323800776), Federal Employer Identification Number #56-2393274, and approved by the Colorado Secretary of State for operating a non-profit in Colorado. D-U-N-S #79-121-7750
Colorado State Thespians Vision Statement
The vision for the Colorado Thespian Society is to use its collaborative talents and financial resources to promote, strengthen, and advocate for theatre arts education in all Colorado secondary schools. We believe the outcome of our efforts will be the cultivation of educational communities that share our belief that theatre is an essential component in our schools and in our society. We believe in the value of teaching human culture, history, diversity, responsibility, and integrity. -revised January 2012
Colorado State Thespians Mission Statement:
It is the mission of the Colorado Chapter of the International Thespian Society to promote and strengthen theatre arts in education through theatrical experiences that provide creative enrichment for students and teachers. -revised January 2012