Hawthorne Players is one of the oldest community theatre companies in the St. Louis area.  In addition to its theatrical productions in the Florissant Performing Arts Center, Hawthorne actively promotes the performing arts in the community, especially in schools.  A key component of this effort is a scholarship program.

Kylie Morales

Ritenour H.S.

Ellis North

Pattonville H.S.

Trenton Thudium

Ritenour H.S.

Carter Stroud

Pattonville H.S.

Larry Marsh

Hawthorne

Kevin Rodriguez

Ritenour H.S.

Jamarion Fisher

McCluer North H.S.

Addison  Gutschenritter

Pattonville H.S.

Duckie DeMere Scholarhips presented to seven North County seniors active in the perfoming arts.!

The Duckie DeMere Scholarships, named after the late veteran Hawthorne actress and director, have been presented  annually since 1992.  155 students have received grants totaling more than $72,000.