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 52 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
Ansley Broome is a senior at HCHS serving as the President of Troupe 4860 for the 2022-2023 season! She has been involved in our program since her freshman year musical The Addams Family. Following its covid-19 cancellation, she continued her theatre journey in the acting class her sophomore year. Since then she has been an active member of the troupe in shows such as Ernest and the Pale Moon, John Lennon and Me, Beauty and the Beast, and more! She most recently appeared as Mary Tuplin in Tuesdays & Sundays, for which she was awarded Best Actress at the Georgia Theatre Conference. She is incredibly excited for our upcoming season and looks forward to serving the troupe and its members as best as she possibly can!
As President, Ansley will help direct and implement the student vision for the Habersham Stage Raiders, and looks forward to bringing your ideas to life through her leadership and hard work.
As President, Ansley will help direct and implement the student vision for the Habersham Stage Raiders, and looks forward to bringing your ideas to life through her leadership and hard work.
TROUPE VICE-PRESIDENT
Nolan Penick is a senior at Habersham Central High School. Nolan is thrilled to be serving as the Vice-President of Troupe 4860! Past productions that Nolan has been involved in include John Lennon and Me, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, The Drowsy Chaperone, Tuesdays and Sundays, and more! Nolan is eager to be working with the Habersham Ninth Grade Academy and all three of the middle schools to ensure that opportunities are available for any student who may have a passion for theatre! Nolan is excited for the wonderful shows that are to come in this year's season, and he hopes you all come out and support the Habersham Central Stage Raiders!
As Vice President, Nolan will serve as a liaison between HCHS and NGA, working to ensure that younger students make a smooth transition into high school. Additionally, he 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, Nolan will serve as a liaison between HCHS and NGA, working to ensure that younger students make a smooth transition into high school. Additionally, he 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 TREASURER
Anna-Jewell Taylor is a senior at Habersham Central High School. This will be her third year as a thespian and second year as an officer for the club. AJT has been stage managing since her sophomore year. Her official roles including: ASM for Little Women, StageManager for Ernest and the Pale Moon, Stage Manager for Beauty and the Beast, and Stage Manager for Moon Over Buffalo. She loves working with her peers and is extremely excited for this year’s events.
As Treasurer, Anna-Jewell will assist Mr. Bishop in handling funds, coordinate with the Booster Treasurer, assist the Secretary, and manage box office operations.
As Treasurer, Anna-Jewell will assist Mr. Bishop in handling funds, coordinate with the Booster Treasurer, assist the Secretary, and manage box office operations.
TROUPE SECRETARY
Tanner Dover is a junior at Habersham Central High School. Dover is a junior at Habersham Central High School. Tanner has been involved with the Stage Raiders since their freshman year, and has been involved in the program by acting and doing tech. Acting in Ernest and the Pale Moon, The Yellow Wallpaper, and John Lennon and Me. Tech roles include: stage crew for Little Women, ASM for Beauty and the Beast, and Stage Manager for Tuesdays & Sundays. Tanner is very proud of the work and rewards of the Stage Raiders' season so far, and they are extremely excited to see how the rest of the season unfolds.
As Secretary, Tanner will take minutes during all meetings, help track Thespian points, assist the Treasurer, and assist the Director with paperwork. The Secretary is the point person for all club-related questions and should be the first stop for any troupe member or pledge who needs assistance.
Public relations Officer
Madison Taylor is junior at Habersham Central High School. Maddie has been involved with the Stage Raiders since her freshman year musical Little Women. Maddie has since been a part of the acting class both this year and last year, and has participated in many shows, including Ernest and the Pale moon, John Lennon and Me, and Beauty and the Beast. Maddie is really proud of the work the Stage Raiders have done so far, and can't wait to see what the future holds.
As PR Officer, Maddie 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.
As PR Officer, Maddie 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.
Historian
Autumn Smith is a Senior Stage Raider elected to the position of Historian, after serving as Treasurer during last season. Autumn has taken place in multiple productions, most notably winning All-Star Cast for her role as Mother in Ernest and the Pale Moon at last season’s One Act Competition. Autumn has already been accepted to Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) for Fall 2023, and is looking forward to helping with more behind-the-scenes work for this season.
As Historian, Autumn will work on the Troupe's Legacy Project, a virtual yearbook of sorts that traces the people and shows back to Central's earliest days.
As Historian, Autumn will work on the Troupe's Legacy Project, a virtual yearbook of sorts that traces the people and shows back to Central's earliest days.
Archivist
Katlyn Vinson is a senior at Habersham Central High School. Katlyn has been involved with the Stage Raiders since her sophomore year and this will be her third year as a thespian in troupe 4860. Some of her official roles include: Beth in Little Women, Jenny in The Yellow Wallpaper, Babette in Beauty and the Beast and Ethel in Moon Over Buffalo as well as many more. Katlyn is looking forward to see what the Stage Raiders accomplish and produce the rest of this season.
As Archivist, Katlyn will coordinate with the PR Officer and Historian to keep our website updated, our script libraries in order, and our inventories intact.
As Archivist, Katlyn will coordinate with the PR Officer and Historian to keep our website updated, our script libraries in order, and our inventories intact.