Mr. Mathias has been involved with Lancaster Theater since 1989 when asked to help with Thomas Ewing Junior High School’s production of “Peace Child”. Since then it has been one fantastic ride with over 50 productions at LHS. Proud Troupe Director of The International Thespian Society Troupe 1848. Given the nickname “Maestro” by a former tech set manager he helps guide the productions to a professional level.

Ms. Cupeles is an English teacher. She has done professional clowning and acted in college at City College of NY. Ms. Cupeles and her husband, Tirso Valenzuela are responsible for all the advertisements and more.

Tonya Kraner is well-versed in choreographing, teaching, and performing many dance styles. She has trained & performed with many dance professionals at events in Ohio & New York City. She loves creating art on stage and currently works as a choreographer with choirs, community & professional theatres around central Ohio. Many thanks to the LHS students & Mr. Mathias for the honor of working with them! Much love to my family for their support.

Linda designs and paints the set including the meticulous work of detailing and shading. She's always willing to work late in order to do touch ups with set/makeup/costumes.

Mrs. Conrad has been volunteering and doing costumes for LHS Fall and Spring productions for many years, She began when her sons participated in the shows. She devotes countless hours in design, construction, purchase, and alteration of many of the costumes that are worn on stage. Her passions include her family, serving Jesus, and helping the drama students. She has a full-time job as a Sr. Personal Banker/AVP at the West Fair office of the Friendly Bremen Banking Center.

Costumes Mary Fyie Mary Fyie has selflessly donated her time to help our students with costumes and make-up. Unfortunately, she is not pictured at his time.

Keeps all of the technology working and in order for the show, including lights, sound, and projections.