Thestival!

Arizona Thespian Festival

The dates for the festival this year are January 19 & 20, 2026. Click below for more information. To reserve your spot, I need a $40 deposit and a completed field trip packet. You can get the forms at Drama Club or from Ms. Munson in the Blackbox. The cost is $120 for Thespians and $135 for non-Thespians. It includes your registration and transportation for two days of Festival. Unfortunately this year it WILL NOT cover your lunch on Saturday.

What is Festival?

Festival is a learning experience for all high school theatre troupes in Arizona. There will be workshops lead by adults from across the state and across the country. Students will see two full-length high school productions and some will have the chance to participate in tech challenge. (There are extra fees for competitions and scholarship auditions.) Three senior Thespians from each high school may also audition for the Arizona Thespian Scholarships, while at the same time being seen by approximately twenty colleges, universities and conservatories. Arizona has one of the top five festivals in the nation!

Who Can Attend?

Anyone who is interested in drama, stage production or thespians is welcome to attend.

How much does it cost?

Thespian registration is $135 and Non-Thespian registration is $120. (The difference is set by the State Thespian Board.) This will cover registration and transportation.

How do I register?

To get registered, Ms. Munson will need a completed 2024 field trip packet, and a receipt from the BCHS bookstore that states you paid at least a $40 deposit for festival into the Drama Club (Thespian) account. Or you may bring the money to Ms. Munson directly.

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