Indiana Thespian Conferences

For the past 17 years, The Griffith Drama Department has sent students to both Regional and State Conferences where students can watch shows, compete, and take part in workshops. Held both in fall and winter, Indiana Conferences provide students with a unique opportunity to learn and master their craft, while meeting students from around the state. The Griffith Theatre Company is a proud member of the Indiana State Thespians, Troupe #6558.

Regional Comepetition

Regional Conference took place this past November at Hobart High School. 33 of our students performed and worked on our crew to bring our regional show When Bad Things Happen to Good Actors to the stage. We placed 4th out of 7 schools, with Chloe winning the shining star award, Jane coming home with best supporting actor and Mya won the judge's award for best lead!  We also  got to watch our fellow Northwest Indiana Troupes compete with their shows to advance to state. ​

Our Weekend at State

State Conference was scheduled to take place in January 2026 at Avon High School but due to a blizzard, the conference was cancelled. Several of our troupe members still submitted their technical and performance thespys virtually, with Nicholas and Mya winning an excellent ribbon for their duet, Nicholas and Aiden winning superior ribbons for their duet, and Jeremiah winning a superior ribbon for his dance category. place this past January at Avon High School. 16 of our students attended.