January 3, 2026 • PT Central
Upcoming Rehearsal Schedule, ITS Conference ThesFest, Winter Cabaret Winners, One-Act Play Contest, & More
THESFEST ‘26 • MYSTERY AT THE MASCARDE
ITS Troup #8430 had 9 student representatives attend this year’s conference at Parkland High School. Extra congratulations to our students who were inducted into the PA Thespian Hall of Fame.
Performance Hall of Fame: Eden Russek
Technical Theatre Hall of Fame: Gavin Zimmerman
Theatre Excellence: Ashlyn Valle
(accepted by Callie Schlegel)
Members of the International Thespian Society have 100+ hours of service to Palmyra Theatre and participate in annual service projects and events. Students move through honors ranks by collecting thespian points through performances, service, leadership, and theatre arts-related activities.
Our next induction will be in Wed., April 24, 2026. Eligible students will receive their invitations this spring.
LAST CALL! BIG STAR/LITTLE STAR SIGN UPS!
The Big Star/Little Star program is our mentor program for all new high school theater students. Students with at least one year of experience in the program are eligible to be Big Stars. Keep in mind that we try to pair students with people they may not know as well as an extra resource for them. All new students to our program, please complete the little star form.
FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE PLAY CONTEST 2026
The 2026 Freshman/Sophomore Play Contest, held Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m., is a low-stress, well-organized evening of student theatre that pairs junior and senior directors with freshman and sophomore actors in a friendly, public competition.
Up to six directing teams will present short plays (5–10 minutes) focused on strong acting, clear characterization, and thoughtful directing rather than elaborate sets or costumes.
A panel of theatrical experts will adjudicate performances, with awards recognizing acting excellence, directing, and a special Crowd Favorite chosen by the audience.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES PHOTOS & DVDs
Congratulations to the Palmyra Theatre company of Anne of Green Gables!
Your production was an incredible success, and we are so proud of your dedication to this classic and important story.
Please accept these beautiful production photos as our gift and celebration of YOU! DVDs are also available for purchase with immediate distribution.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINTER CABARET WINNERS!!
By the narrowest margin in Winter Cabaret history, the GUYS TEAM won with their Napoleon Dynamite-inspired performance.
THE SENIOR CLASS won the basket raffle competition! Congratulations to all on a wonderfully successful Winter Celebration!
UPCOMING SCHEDULE
Season Schedule (Updated 1/2/26)
MONDAY, JANUARY 5
5:30 p.m. ITS Rep Meeting
6-9 p.m. Cast Practice
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
6-9 p.m. Cast Practice
6:30-9 p.m. Pit Practice
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Cast Practice
MONDAY, JANUARY 12
6-9 p.m.Cast Practice
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13
6:30-9 p.m.
Small Group—Dmitry, Anya, Vlad, Gleb (swings optional, but welcomed!)
Pit Practice
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15
6-9 p.m. Cast Practice
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Cast Practice
MONDAY, JANUARY 19
5:30 p.m. ITS Rep Meeting
6-9 p.m. Cast Practice
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
6:30-9 p.m.
Small Group—TBA
Pit Practice
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
6-9 p.m. Cast Practice
