Iowa Thespian Festival

Studio Theatre Performances

Studio Theatre Performances

Studio Theatre performances are an opportunity for schools to showcase a one-act or a cutting of a full-length show at the Iowa Thespian Festival. There is no prerequisite to perform a studio show, but a studio performance is required before applying to bring a mainstage performance. If you have a question about Studio Theatre performances, please contact Kristi Peck at kristi.peck@tipton.k12.ia.us. 
Performance Guidelines
The goal of the studio theatre showcase is to highlight performances from around the state in the "blackbox" style, meaning minimal sets, effects, etc.
All applicants should consider the following guidelines for Studio Theatre performances - 
  • Use of stock scenic/furniture pieces (no elaborate sets/backgrounds)
  • Basic lighting 
  • Up to 45 minutes maximum performance time
  • Performances will be held in the Strayer Wood Theatre or Bertha Martin Theatre 
  • All studio theatres will receive adjudication for Chapter Select honors, and all performances will have a $50 adjudication fee
  • Content must be appropriate for a high school audience
  • Each performance will have 10 minutes to load in and 5 minutes to load out
  • No microphones are allowed

Note on Rights/Royalties
Troupes must secure written permission from the publisher for presentation at the Festival. ​

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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 Director Lynn Jensen at jensenlynna@gmail.com