Meet ITO Reagan Godwin

A goal of mine during my time as an International Thespian Officer (ITO) is to focus on outreach to other chapters and troupes to provide a foundation for leadership and inclusivity for all Thespians. I want to spread the importance of access to theatre education in school districts throughout elementary, middle, and high schools to show how valuable fine arts are to students.

It’s important to me to grow the theatre community and reach as many troupes as possible because theatre has been my safe space. So I want to help provide a safe space for all groups of people. Theatre is a place for everyone, no matter someone’s level of experience or their background. There are a wide variety of opportunities in productions, and as a Thespian, every individual has something that they can offer, and we all have so much that we can learn from one another.

Reagan Godwin
Troupe 5703
Frisco High School

BEING YOUR OWN ADVOCATE

One of the most powerful lessons I’ve learned during my time in ITS is to be your own biggest advocate. I’ve learned through my time in theatre that I can’t rely on validation from my peers to be the source of my confidence as a leader, and that I need to stand up for myself if issues arise. It’s also important to know your worth, to know that you matter and deserve to be loved and celebrated. Your success is something to be proud of, but not something to flaunt.

I’ve been able to grow as a person when I stopped being obsessed with what people have thought about me as a person and as a leader. Change doesn’t happen overnight, and it’s still something that I’m working toward, but I’ve been much happier in theatre knowing that I’m secure with who I am and the job that I complete.

THE POWER OF MUSIC

In my free time, I’m a huge fan of attending concerts. Music has greatly impacted my life and is a way for me to escape what I am experiencing in life. I’ve gone to 9 concerts so far and have tickets to both my 10th and 11th shows; I have traveled more than 700 miles to see one of my favorite bands,

My Instagram handle is @reagangodwin. DM if you have questions! (I hope to connect with Thespians from around the world. I have so much to learn and would love to talk to you.)