2023 State Thespian Officers

Isaac Hay, Troupe #4783

Hey Thespians, I’m Isaac Hay! I’m a Senior at Apollo High School and an alumnus of the Governor’s Scholar Program! Outside of Theatre, I do Robotics and Engineering. I’ve been a part of Theatre for seven years and I’m the President of Troupe #4783!I am ready to serve my fellow thespians as an STO!

 

Nathan Goins, Troupe #5849

Howdy. My name is Nathan Goins, and I am an officer of Daviess County High School’s troupe 5849. This is my first year as an STO. I have been doing theatre activities for five years now. My favorite musical is A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. I look forward to the festival, watching everyone showcase their skills, and getting to spread some theatrical joy!

 

Jack Jurjans, Troupe #7520

Hello Thespians! I’m Jack Jurjans, a senior at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, where I am a very active member in the theatre department. Outside of school, I’ve also done theatre with Lexington Children’s Theatre, ACTivate, and Image Theatre. I also enjoy writing (scripts, poetry, blogs, you name it). I’m very excited to be a member of the Chapter Select Committee, and honored to be among my amazing fellow STO. See you at KTF 2023!

Demani Bell, Troupe #8333

Hi!! My name is Demani Bell I’m a Senior at Boyle County High School, Troupe 8343. I love all things school spirit, pep, and theatre!! I’m so excited to serve as an STO. We are gonna’ have so much fun at KTF 23’!

 

Lauren Gray, Troupe #8840

Hi Thespians! I’m Lauren Gray. I’m a senior at Clay County High School where I serve as president of the Tiger Troupe. I also enjoy singing in choir and writing poetry! I can’t wait to serve as an STO this year. See you at festival!

 

Abigayle Kate Gatton Stokes, Troupe #8552

Hi everyone! I’m Abigayle Kate Gatton Stokes! I am a Senior Vocal Music Major at the School for the Creative and Performing Arts at Lafayette High School in Lexington, KY. I am an Alumni of the Governor's School for the Arts in Drama, and am also the President of Thespian Troupe #8552. I am so excited to be serving my second term as a State Thespian Officer alongside my fellow STO’s to create a spectacular festival. I cannot wait to see what this year holds for KY thespians, and to meet everyone at KTF this fall!