Welcome!

Welcome to Horizon High School's theatre department! Our outstanding student-lead department is full of talent, with students who strive to create meaningful and impactful art for our community. Our theatre department produces two main stage productions a year that includes a fall play and a spring musical. 

Our students also create a variety of projects and activities throughout the year for the community to enjoy. These annual events include, but are not limited to: our Haunted House and in class showcases held in the fall and spring; Senior Show, 56 Below, and Senior Dream Roles in the spring; and of course our Comedy Club Performances held throughout the school year. 

With that said, there is always something happening in our program- so if this excites you, join us! 

ABOUT ME: MISS BATRES

Theatre director Brenda Batres has a passion for arts education. She holds a BA in Theatre Education from Grand Canyon University. Brenda currently sits on the State Board for Arizona Thespians through the International Thespian Society. Brenda is an active teaching artist in the valley and currently teaches at Childsplay theatre company in the summer. Favorite directing credits include: Tuck Everlasting, Legally Blonde, The Addams Family and The Good Doctor. Brenda believes that theatre, whether in the classroom, on stage, or backstage provides students with the opportunity to practice real-world skills. She strives to offer multiple experiences for students to be involved in, as those experiences will stay with them through their lives. Furthermore, she believes in creating a safe place for students to feel safe, seen, and supported.