Mainstage Screenings

Mainstage Screenings


ThesCon Main Stage Performances






Except in years of All State productions, Colorado Thespians selects 2 schools to bring their high school production on the main stage in the Bellco Theatre. The Main Stage Committee seeks exciting performances that show dedication to furthering the educational theatre community. If you feel like your school has a production that would be enjoyed by the 5,000+ attendees, consider screening your show for ThesCon! Our selection process considers:

Submissions

In order to be considered, the following pieces must be submitted:

 

*video submission must include: the full, unedited production from the audience perspective and a separate video of the back side of all stage and scenic elements showing construction methods.

 

ThesCon Mainstage High School Screening

Main Stage rules and process for the International Thespian Festival can be found at schooltheatre.org

All high school shows interested in being screened must complete the submission form with info about their show and submit the accompanying fee by OCTOBER 20th!

Once submitted, shows will be screened between September 1st through the first full weekend in November. Screenings can be performances or dress rehearsals. Please schedule early as it takes us time to arrange a screener.

To prequalify for consideration: All submission materials are due in a folder by November 1. Send a link to your materials to mainstage.cothespians@gmail.com  

Colorado Thespians has a leveled fee schedule depending on services requested. We will provide qualified educational theatre screeners to view productions during the year and aim to provide quality feedback and educational support for theatre programs who apply for a screening.

ThesCon Middle School Main Stage Screenings

ThesCon Middle School Main Stage Screenings

Colorado Thespians may screen middle school one acts or selections from fall productions to appear at the middle school mainstage event. Middle school screenings are subject to annual load in time allotments in agreement with the Bellco Theater and may not occur on an annual basis.

We seek to elevate the outstanding work of middle school theatre communities and hope students can see themselves reflected in the work presented onstage, be inspired by exciting performances, and cheer on their same aged peers. Our selection process considers:

Submissions

In order to be considered, the following must be submitted:

 

There is no fee for middle schools to have their one act screened for mainstage.

To find out if Middle School shows are being screened this year, watch for information in the monthly newsletter or email showcase@cothespians.com 

Bellco General Information

The Colorado Convention Center is a multi-purpose convention center located in downtown Denver, which has an adjustable proscenium theater known as the Bellco Theatre. The Bellco has a seating capacity of 5,200 seats, and the average audience size for Colorado Thespians (HS) is approximately 4,000+, and 1,000 (MS).

Bellco Technical Information

While the Bellco Theatre is very large, the production team is prepared to help transition your show into the space. Below are some details on size and availability of the space. Ground plan of the Bellco can be found here.

Thespian Production Manager

All main stage events are run by our Production Manager, Megan Euler, and Stage Manager (TBD). They will work closely with you to transfer your school’s production to the Bellco stage. Any and all questions regarding the Bellco Theatre and/or the convention center must go through Mrs. Euler

Direct communication with the Bellco is strictly prohibited.

Email techdirector@cothespians.com with questions