CCSD Drama Department

05/23/2026

We had a fantastic time celebrating our 2025-2026 theatrical season at our awards banquet tonight. We also were able to celebrate a few of our seniors and can't say enough about how proud of them we are and excited for their futures.

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Meredith, Jamie, Jacey, and Zack for representing Chillicothe High School in the Opening and Closing Numbers for the Capa Marquee Awards tonight. You guys shined on that stage!

Congratulations to all the central Ohio High Schools! Especially our fellow Ohio Thespian Troupes!

Thank you to the Capa Marquee Program for providing amazing and educational opportunities. It is such an awesome program

Thank you to Lori Dana, Zach Gerhardt and Sarah Prosch and all the families and community members ( CCT President, Daniel Barnes and Youth Theatre MD, Laura Fox) for supporting from the audience.
And thanks to Amanda Digges for transporting our young people to the rehearsals this week.
It was so nice to see so many folks supporting our young CHS Thespians. - Betz

05/13/2026

Congratulations Principal Matthew Ballentine! Recipient of Educational Theatre Association Administrator Award!

https://playbill.com/article/winners-named-for-2026-educational-theatre-association-awards?fbclid=IwZnRzaARxprhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEerjJfAgmt2OLdqJ1BmWStw6Tgf4pScd8fKpJpR2FTVvLcudUOCdht_ZmXOoQ_aem_m2qpi9OwIMlECThMttoptw

04/30/2026

04/16/2026

Congratulations to Meredith Tilberry and Jamie Bridenbaugh for making the Semi-Finals for the CAPA Marquee Awards Best Leading Actor/Actress. Break-a-leg this weekend at your panel audition.

04/15/2026

IT IS OFFICIAL! We get to perform at ITF!

Men to the Left! Women to the Right! Written by Matthew D Harper and Directed by Amanda Betz has been selected to represent the State of Ohio at the International Thespian Festival in the Chapter Select Showcase. The one act was adjudicated and received superior marks . The official announcement was made at the Ohio Thespian Festival this past weekend.
CHS Troupe 3170 is proud to represent Ohio and thankful to Ohio Thespians and ITF for this amazing opportunity!

ITF's Chapter Select One-Act Showcase features simply staged one-acts that celebrate storytelling and highlight outstanding student performances from International Thespian Society chapters around the country and world. The showcase includes a robust lineup of short performances including one-acts, cuttings from full-length productions, reader's theatre, dance, mime, comedy, drama, and more!

03/15/2026

Last time to see Tarzan.
Show is at 2pm today 3/15
Purchase tickets online at
https://chillhsdrama.booktix.com or at the box office one hour before the show!

03/14/2026

Two More Chances to see Tarzan the Musical

Saturday 3/14 ( tonight) 7pm
Sunday 3/15 at 2pm

https://chillhsdrama.booktix.com

One of the most exciting parts of this production has been the young leadership team.
Our music direction is led by senior Jacey Stephens, whose dedication and musicianship helped our cast find their voices and bring Phil Collins’ unforgettable score to life. Noah McAdams served as lighting designer and student technical director, helping shape the visual storytelling and keep the many moving parts of our jungle running smoothly.
Movement in this show required a fearless spirit as well, and our student choreographers, Meredith Tilberry and Eyana Nash, helped the cast find the rhythm of the jungle with creativity and energy. We are also grateful for the thoughtful leadership of student director Sophia McAdams, who helped guide the storytelling and support our performers every step of the way. Their work reminds us that the next generation of theatre makers is already climbing strong.

Come support the future of theatre!

03/12/2026

Here's another sneak peak of Tarzan. Don't miss your chance to see it this weekend!
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03/11/2026

Just a few sneak peak photos from last night's rehearsal. You don't want to miss this show!!
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