JHS theater students excel at state conference

(From Joplin Schools)

Joplin High School students in the International Thespian Society recently traveled to the annual Missouri State Thespian Conference in Kansas City.

Ashley Trotnic, JHS drama teacher, took 22 students to compete for awards in individual monologues, duet musical, solo musical, duet acting and group acting. The students were also able to audition for college scholarships in drama.

"The students are given so many amazing opportunities at State Conference," said Trotnic. "At conference they can see shows presented by high schools from around the state, take workshops with theater professionals, and show their skills in individual events."

A special congratulations goes out to the following students:

• Erica Zeyn competed in the Individual Event for monologue and received superior scores. She will go on to perform her monologues at the Fine Arts Education Day in Jefferson City. She also auditioned for acting scholarships and received callbacks from 14 colleges and universities.
• Jaytrick Carols auditioned for acting scholarships and received callbacks from 11 colleges and universities.
• Ethan Settle auditioned for acting scholarships and received callbacks from 6 colleges and universities.
• Katherine Weaver auditioned for stage management scholarships and received callbacks from 10 colleges and universities.