Join Us for an Unforgettable Theatre Experience! Be part of the magic, creativity, and community at ITF 2026. Let’s make memories that last a lifetime!

Overview: The International Thespian Festival (ITF) is the ultimate celebration of theatre, bringing together thousands of students, teachers, and theatre professionals from across the globe. The festival offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, perform, and connect with the broader theatre community.  

Festival Dates:
June 21 – June 27, 2026

Location:
University of Indiana, Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana

Why Attend?

• Workshops and Masterclasses: Participate in hands-on sessions with industry professionals, covering acting, directing, design, and more.

• Performances: Experience outstanding high school productions and showcase your talents on a national stage.

• Auditions: College and scholarship auditions for juniors and seniors looking to pursue theatre at the next level.

• Networking: Meet other Thespians, educators, and professionals who share your passion for theatre.

• Exhibits: Explore resources and tools to enhance your theatrical journey.

Who Can Attend? The festival is open to all high school students involved in theatre. Whether you're an actor, designer, technician, or simply love theatre, there's something for you!

Registration Fees:

• Inducted Thespian:  $1,300

• Non-Inducted Thespian:  $1,450

Registration Fee includes workshops, performances, housing, and meals on campus.

Housing and Meals: Participants will stay in university dormitories, two to a room, with three meals provided daily in the campus dining halls. Housing assignments will be based on gender.

Travel Information: Unknown as this time.  We will find the cheapest, most reasonable option.  Below is what we have done in the past.

• By Air: The closest airport is Indianapolis International Airport (IND), approximately 50 miles from Bloomington.  In the past this has been as much as $600.  Plus another $25 shuttle service from the airport each way.

• By Charter Bus:   Last year the PA State Thespian organization subsidized a bus for PA schools to travel to the festival.  It is currently unknown if this will be possible once again.  This option was most convenient and if offered it would be the better option.  Last year this was approximately $300.

Payment Timeline (Due on or before the dates below):

• January: Info Distributed

• February 6:  1st Registration Payment Due $650

• March 1:  2nd Registration Payment Due $650

• April 1:  3rd Non-Inducted Thespian Payment Due $150

• May 1: Transportation Payment Due TBD

Other Payments due if participating:

• Thespy’s $65

• College Auditions $100

All students should bring cash or credit cards to be used for meals while in transit to the University and for any festival merchandise or incidentals they may want to purchase.

Other Deadlines:

• Pennsbury Form Due ASAP:  https://forms.gle/iVJhWAdWoYWT2epy8

• Health Forms Due: TBD

Chaperones: There is one chaperone for every 8 students 

Questions? Contact Mrs. Fallacaro at DFallacaro@pennsburysd.org