Mainstage Performances

The following shows will be performed on the mainstage at the 2020 Iowa Festival:
  • More information will be made available when it is ready.

Mainstage performances are an opportunity for schools to bring a full-length show to the Iowa Thespian Festival. Schools will be selected by members of the Iowa Thespian Chapter Board to perform on the stage of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, with the help of the professional staff of the GBPAC.  

To perform on the Festival mainstage:
  • The production's director MUST have previously directed a Studio Theatre at the Iowa Thespian Festival
  • Submit a mainstage performance application
  • Be selected by the Iowa Thespian Board (in late June)
  • Ensure the mainstage show content is appropriate for a high school audience
If selected:
  • Submit a $500 performance fee (if selected - there is no fee to apply)
  • Complete a performance contract - complete with technical packet and details
  • Directors must attend an on-site visit with the technical staff of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

All mainstage performances will be evaluated by the Educational Theatre Association for potential invites to the International Thespian Festival.  Acceptance of any invitations from the EdTA is at the discretion of the participating schools.  ​​
IOWA THESPIANS
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Our mission is to honor student achievement in theatre and enrich the educational experience, to support educators by providing professional development, networking opportunities, resources, and recognition, and to influence public opinion and policy-makers that theatre education is essential and builds life skills.
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We are passionate about theatre education and believe all students should have access to theatre curriculum which provides critical life skills for educational and career success in the 21st century.

Questions? Contact our Chapter Directors at adean@dbqschools.org and lacorte.leslie@gmail.com