Who are we?
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Habersham Central High School was formed in 1970, when North Habersham and South Habersham combined to form one unified high school for the entire country. We are proud to be celebrating our 54 year anniversary. Theatre at HCHS has enjoyed a very colorful history. Currently under the direction of Jeremy Bishop, the Habersham Stage Raiders continue their mission to provide quality theatrical opportunities for all students at Habersham Central.
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TROUPE DIRECTOR
Born a military brat in Texas, Jeremy Bishop hopped around the world until his very musical family finally settled in Sautee-Nacoochee. His first show of significance was Oliver! at SNCA in which he played the title role. After several years of homeschooling, Jeremy enrolled and graduated from White County High School, where he was involved in many productions under the direction of Gail Jones, from Camelot to The Tempest to A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Jeremy studied Vocal Performance at Piedmont College. Though majoring in music, he continued to indulge his love of theatre, playing many roles. A few favorites include Finch in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and the tragic titular king in Oedipus Rex. After a few lost years in finance, Jeremy went on to receive an MAT in Secondary English Education from the University of North Georgia.
Jeremy assumed his role as director of the Stage Raiders in 2012. In addition to teaching Drama, he also teaches the occasional English class. He also serves as a board member of the Habersham Community Theatre. Jeremy enjoys play-writing, having authored, produced, and directed The Yellow Wallpaper, Pagliacci, Antigone, and Oedipus the King. Jeremy lives in Clarkesville with his wife Caroline and daughters Mara and Gwendolyn.
Jeremy assumed his role as director of the Stage Raiders in 2012. In addition to teaching Drama, he also teaches the occasional English class. He also serves as a board member of the Habersham Community Theatre. Jeremy enjoys play-writing, having authored, produced, and directed The Yellow Wallpaper, Pagliacci, Antigone, and Oedipus the King. Jeremy lives in Clarkesville with his wife Caroline and daughters Mara and Gwendolyn.
TROUPE PRESIDENT
Abigail Taylor is a senior and has been a part of the Stage Raiders since her freshman year. Theatre and its community have been a large part of Abigail’s life since she can remember. She is honored and excited to serve as Troupe 4860's president this year and hopes to benefit the Stage Raiders and their future.
As President, Abigail will help direct and implement the student vision for the Habersham Stage Raiders, and she looks forward to bringing your ideas to life through her leadership and hard work.
As President, Abigail will help direct and implement the student vision for the Habersham Stage Raiders, and she looks forward to bringing your ideas to life through her leadership and hard work.
TROUPE VICE-PRESIDENT
Ashley Jones is a Junior at Habersham Central High School. Ashley is so happy to be serving as Troupe 4860's Vice President this year! Shows you may have seen Ashley in recently are The Little Mermaid, The Yellow Boat, Footloose, and Crazy For You! Theatre is such a big part of her life, and she cannot wait to serve and be a part of the Stage Raiders for the rest of her high school career. Ashley is so excited for all of the amazing shows this season and cannot wait to make so many memories with her Stage Raiders family!
As Vice President, Ashley will serve as a liaison between HCHS and NGA, working to ensure that younger students make a smooth transition into high school. Additionally, she will make it his mission to ensure that all of our district's students have quality opportunities to see and participate in live theatre from elementary school, through middle school, and all the way to graduation.
As Vice President, Ashley will serve as a liaison between HCHS and NGA, working to ensure that younger students make a smooth transition into high school. Additionally, she will make it his mission to ensure that all of our district's students have quality opportunities to see and participate in live theatre from elementary school, through middle school, and all the way to graduation.
TROUPE Secretary/treasurer
Elloree Chambers is a junior at Habersham Central High School. This will be her second year as a thespian and her first year as an officer for the club. Elloree has been in shows since her freshman year. Her roles have included a Follies Girl for Crazy for You and Andrina in The Little Mermaid. She is very excited and honored to be an officer for Troupe 4860 this year!
Elloree will assist Mr. Bishop in handling funds, coordinate with the Booster Treasurer, and manage box office operations. Additionally, she will take minutes during all meetings, help track Thespian points, and assist the Director with paperwork. The Secretary/Treasurer is the point person for all club-related questions and should be the first stop for any troupe member or pledge who needs assistance.
Elloree will assist Mr. Bishop in handling funds, coordinate with the Booster Treasurer, and manage box office operations. Additionally, she will take minutes during all meetings, help track Thespian points, and assist the Director with paperwork. The Secretary/Treasurer is the point person for all club-related questions and should be the first stop for any troupe member or pledge who needs assistance.
Hospitality Officer
Kayla Rummel is a junior at HCHS. She found her passion for theatre her freshman year when she joined the Stage Raiders. Since then she has played in a variety of roles, such as Dani in The Bottom of the Lake, a Follie in Crazy For You, a featured dancer in The Little Mermaid, and Figure 13 in Property Rites. She is very honored to serve as a the Hospitality Officer this year for Troupe 4860 and is thrilled to work with all the other officers.
As Hospitality Officer, Kayla will meet and care for all guest artists, head up all party-planning operations, maintain the Green Room and Dressing Rooms, and decorate the lobby for shows and events.
As Hospitality Officer, Kayla will meet and care for all guest artists, head up all party-planning operations, maintain the Green Room and Dressing Rooms, and decorate the lobby for shows and events.
Shop Captain
Jaron Horton is a Senior and has been a part of the Stage Raiders since his Freshman year. Theatre has been a big part of his life, and he’s really excited to be able to help serve, and oversee all the technical aspects of Troupe 4860.
As Shop Captain, Jaron will be responsible for maintaining the good working order of our shop, assisting Mr. Bishop in enforcing safety protocols, and serving as a locus for seamless cooperation between our tech team and the rest of the Troupe.
As Shop Captain, Jaron will be responsible for maintaining the good working order of our shop, assisting Mr. Bishop in enforcing safety protocols, and serving as a locus for seamless cooperation between our tech team and the rest of the Troupe.
Public relations Officer
Aryhemi Sanchez (Ary) is a Junior at Habersham Central High School and joined the Stage Raiders her sophomore year after transferring from Gainesville. Her love for theatre has always been there since she was a little kid, but she didn’t begin pursuing it until her freshman year of high school. She has had many roles throughout her first two years of theatre, namely ensemble in Little Shop of Horrors and Chicago, a featured dancer in Big Fish, Windward in The Little Mermaid, and Figure 3 in Property Rites. She cannot wait to take on a new role in this year's season. She is so honored to have the privilege to serve as the Public Relations Officer for Troupe 4860 and cannot wait to work alongside the officers for the year.
As PR Officer, Ary will chronicle our adventures in class, on stage, and on the road. She maintains our social media accounts and works to get information out to our community about our program and shows. She will work closely with our marketing officer to make sure that our community is well-served.
As PR Officer, Ary will chronicle our adventures in class, on stage, and on the road. She maintains our social media accounts and works to get information out to our community about our program and shows. She will work closely with our marketing officer to make sure that our community is well-served.
DECA Liaison / Marketing Officer
Natalie Yanez is a junior at HCHS and has been in drama since freshman year. Her first mainstage show was The Yellow Boat. She is honored to help Troupe 4860 in our marketing efforts and helping spread the message of our amazing actors and Troupe!
As Marketing Officer, Natalie will utilize her knowledge and training through Mrs. Solomon's DECA program to create a dynamic marketing program for the Stage Raider's 24-25 season. She will coordinate closely with our Public Relations Officer to keep our community and educational outreach vibrant and strong.
As Marketing Officer, Natalie will utilize her knowledge and training through Mrs. Solomon's DECA program to create a dynamic marketing program for the Stage Raider's 24-25 season. She will coordinate closely with our Public Relations Officer to keep our community and educational outreach vibrant and strong.