Manasco named Ohio State Thespian Officer

A Chillicothe High School thespian has earned a state leadership role. According to English teacher and Theater Director Amanda Betz, CHS junior Danielle Manasco was selected as an Ohio State Thespian Officer for the South Region, representing Thespian Troupe 3170 and Chillicothe High School.

This covers Adams, Athens, Fayette, Gallia, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Ross, Scioto, Vinton, and Washington counties, according to Betz.

"It is a big deal," said Betz. "I am so proud that one of our students gets this amazing opportunity to serve as a STO."

She said that State Thespian Officers work with Ohio EdTA activities, the state conference, scholarship programs, and more.

"Their goal is to provide a supportive network of theatre professionals and students alike to help foster a strong and vibrant theatre community in our state," said Betz.

Submitted photo.