Basic Principles of Ampersand
The primary goal of Ampersand is the training of students in the techniques required to produce quality theatrical events.
At the heart of this goal are the following principles:
That commitment is important at all levels of participation;
That all members make a valuable contribution to the organization;
That new ideas can be expressed in a safe, nurturing environment;
That self discipline is an aid, not an impediment to self expression;
That, except when casting demands it, theatre makes no distinctions of race, gender, age, size, or social standing;
That leadership is as much a responsibility as a privilege.
MEMBERSHIP
INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETY
AMPERSAND
Membership in Thespian Troupe 3717 is determined by the acquisition of 20 Thespian Points. Thespian Points are the measurement of quality work done on an Ampersand production as determined by your faculty/staff supervisor. You must be at least in 10th grade to be inducted into the Thespian Troupe. Inductions occur annually in the spring.
While participation in Ampersand is open to anyone in the Upper School at St. Catherine’s & St. Christopher’s, membership in Ampersand is determined by the acquisition of 10 Thespian Points earned from two or more productions. Thespian Points are the measurement of quality work done on an Ampersand production as determined by your supervisor.