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Meet the Director: Tyra Wimpye

Tyra Wimpye is an accomplished theatre educator and director with a deep-rooted passion for the arts. She began her theatrical journey as a student at Gainesville High School, where she was an active member of the renowned Troupe 2445, under the direction & mentorship of the legendary Pam Ware. Her time with Troupe 2445 ignited her love for theatre and provided the foundation for her future career.

After graduating from Gainesville High School, Tyra attended Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, where she further honed her artistic skills. Upon completing her studies, she earned her teaching certification and dedicated herself to fostering young talent in the field of theatre.

Her leadership has been marked by a commitment to nurturing creativity, discipline, and teamwork among her students, producing exceptional performances that continue to leave a lasting impact on the community.

Today, Tyra is back at her alma mater, serving as the Theatre Director of the Gainesville High School Theatre Department/Troupe 2445. She brings her wealth of experience, love for the craft, and personal connection to the school and its legacy, inspiring a new generation of students to discover and develop their artistic identity.

I am proud to lead this amazing theatre program. I am proud of my performers, production team, and our Herd of Support for embracing every part of theatre at Gainesville High School. I hope that everyone sees the impact of supporting the theatre arts and believing in the performers on and off the stage. Please continue to be a committed audience member throughout the next seasons and watch how even your darkest days brighten when in the theater. Not because of the lights, but because of the people.

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Awards and Accomplishments

Collected 253 cans as a hurricane relief donation
GHSA Region One Act Play Runner-Ups
Awarded Best Actress at the GHSA Region One Act Competition
- Aiden Baker as “Jane Doe” in Ride the Cyclone
Awarded Best Supporting Actor at the GHSA Region One Act Competition
- Will Baudin as “Noel Gruber” in Ride the Cyclone
GHSA Region One Act Play All-Star Cast Recipients
- Esther Nwefo as “The Amazing Karnak” in Ride the Cyclone
- Emiliano Perez as “Ricky Potts” in Ride the Cyclone
Positive critic review of Ride the Cyclone
- Written by Jody Tuso-Key from Speakeysie Entertainment
Four people accepted into All-State Theatre
- Esther Nwefo - The Lead Character in the Opening Ceremony
- Darion Allen - Principal Character in the Opening Ceremony
- Emiliano Perez - Dance Corp
- Aiden Baker - Ensemble
GOLD HONOR Rated Troupe at the Georgia Thespian Conference
Four Superior Ranked Thespys
- Will Baudin - Vocal Solo: “Be Like the Blue Bird” from Anything Goes
- Esther Nwefo - Vocal Solo: “Last Midnight” from Into the Woods
- Emiliano Perez and Sorscha Gradin - Dance Duet: “Someday” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- Will Baudin, Jahleel Dowell, Emiliano Perez - Group Dance: “Seize the Day” from Newsies
Three Overall Superior Ranked Thespys
- Will Baudin - Vocal Solo: “Be Like the Blue Bird” from Anything Goes
- Esther Nwefo - Vocal Solo: “Last Midnight” from Into the Woods
- Emiliano Perez and Sorscha Gradin - Dance Duet: “Someday” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame
One Thespys showcased at Georgia Thespian Conference Closing Ceremony
- Emiliano Perez and Sorscha Gradin - Dance Duet: “Someday” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Performed Ride the Cyclone at the Georgia Thespian Conference
Georgia Thespian Conference Performance Technician Award Recipients
- Mae Burnette - Stage Manager for Ride the Cyclone
- Siler Little - Assistant Stage Manager for Ride the Cyclone
Shuler Hensley Awards Adjudicated
- Showstopper Award
- Shuler Ensemble
GHSA LITERARY REGION CHAMPIONS ( Emiliano Perez & William Baudin)
GHSA LITERARY STATE CHAMPIONS ( Emiliano Perez & William Baudin
The Fox Theatre All- Access Program Recipient