The International Junior Thespian Society Troupe 89775 is an honor society for middle school (grades 6-8) theatre students, a division of the International Thespian Society (ITS), founded in 1929, and the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA). The mission of IJTS is to recognize and celebrates the achievements of students involved in theatre arts and provides opportunities for growth and leadership. Troupe 89775 was chartered on October 10, 2020.

Join Us at the Next Meeting!

Looking for fun, friends, and a little bit of theatre magic? Come to our Thespian meetings! We play exciting theatre games, bond with fellow students, and share laughs—you don’t have to be in Theatre class or already in Thespian Society to join. All Rodriguez Middle School students are welcome!

🕒 Meeting Time: 3:40–4:15 PM
📅 Dates & Events: (Keep an eye on social media and school posters for updates!)

Aug 12 (Tue): Officer Meeting
Aug 25 (Mon): General Meeting – meet your troupe!
Sep 29 (Mon): General Meeting
Oct 29 (Wed): General Meeting
Nov 19 (Wed): General Meeting / Thanksgiving Breakfast Potluck
Dec 16 (Tue): General Meeting / Cocoa Karaoke – sing your heart out!
Jan 7 (Wed): General Meeting
Feb 11 (Wed): General Meeting
Mar 18 (Wed): General Meeting
Apr 1 (Wed): General Meeting
May 11 (Mon): General Meeting
May 15 (Fri): Banquet & Induction Ceremony Potluck

✨ Why come? Make new friends, try theatre games, enjoy themed events, and be part of something fun all year long. Don’t miss out—your next favorite memory could start at a Thespian meeting!

Texas Thespians Junior Regional Festival

The Texas Thespians Junior Regional Festival is an exciting, one-day theatre event created just for middle school students (grades 6–8). Students will perform, compete, learn, and celebrate theatre alongside hundreds of other young thespians from across Texas. This year it will be on Saturday, October 18, 2025 and located at The OC in Forney, TX.

⭐ What Students Can Do

Compete in Thespy Performance Events
Act, sing, or dance in categories like monologues, duet scenes, group musicals, and more. Top scores earn a Superior rating and qualify for the International Thespian Festival!
Enter Design & Tech Challenges
Love backstage work? Try set, costume, poster, or hair/makeup design—or jump into Tech Playland with quick changes, cable relays, and lighting races.
Showcase Works in Progress (W.I.P.S.)
Perform a scene, song, or IE that’s still in development and get professional feedback to grow your skills.
Bring the Energy
Compete in solo or group Lip Sync Battles, test your creativity in Improv Challenges, or perform as a team in Reader’s Theatre.
Shine in Troupe Spotlight
Celebrate your school’s productions, projects, and service in a slideshow presentation.

🎉 What’s Included

A festival T-shirt
Lunch for every registered student
A full day of competitions, workshops, and activities
Opportunities to make new friends, cheer on peers, and show theatre spirit

💲 Cost

Registration: $70 (may be covered by grant funding)
Event Fees: $5–$20 (per competition entry)
Bus Fee: $50

Deadlines

Registration Packet + Down Payment (Event Fee + Bus Fee Only) Due by September 9, 2025 to Mr. Weaver

Junior Festival Competition Events

Click on each picture to view the event rubric and requirements. Events marked with an asterisk (*) are first-come, first-served. For a well-rounded experience, students are encouraged to sign up for one performance event and one technical theatre event.