What does it mean to be a State Thespian Officer? Well, it is an excellent way to socialize and meet others in Maryland with the exact same interests while being in a leadership role! You will also be able to have the opportunity to spread and amplify your love of theatre through different events at the Maryland Thespian Festival as well as through social media!

It does not matter whether you are someone who is usually on stage or is part of the behind-the-scenes action, anyone can apply to be a State Thespian Officer!

Brendan Maglaqui

To me, being an STO is an amazing opportunity to be a leader and to build something you can be proud of. You get to create and build this amazing and large festival and meet so many amazing new people. It is also a great opportunity to just be a part of something bigger that you love. Getting to help grow and welcome the festival.

Sam Pepper

Being an STO is an engaging and exciting experience that brings people together in a fun way to express their love of theater. Whether it be on stage or with tech, everyone has a chance to learn, be a part of, and enjoy trying something new or doing something that they love with a community of people.

Maddie Slade, 2022-23 MD STO Secretary

Being an STO has given me so many unforgettable memories and given me the experience of a lifetime. As a STO’s we work to create, coordinate, and facilitate games and activities for the state festival, and really get to put our own personal flair on them.

Being a State Thespian Officer you get to work to set the tone for each, and every one of the students who come to enjoy the festival from doing the classic bucket run at the opening ceremony to waving everyone goodbye after the closing ceremony. Come join us to put your mark on The Maryland State Thespian Festival this year!

Hannah Gravelle

As an STO for MD Thespians I have made amazing friends and awesome memories. This program has given me the opportunity to spread awareness about an art I am extremely passionate about through the MD Thespian platform. Additionally, being an STO for the past few years has given me the opportunity to help with the creative vision for the festival each year which connects troupes across the state. Overall, being an STO has given me a chance to strengthen my leadership skills to give back to a theatre.

Victoria Marshal, 2022-23 MD STO President