2011 – Troupe Performer

Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge


Released in 2011 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Senior page has information on when all badges were released.

What is this badge about?

Perform in a play or musical and explore acting skills.

Choose your own activities!

  • Activity List  (Not Available Yet)

Our Summary* of requirements:

  1. Watch a performance (one live show OR three recorded shows) AND review them, OR interview an expert (producer, director, performer, OR teacher).
  2. Plan a performance (show, poem, song, OR storytelling) and gather what you need (published work – ensure copyright material rules are enforced, modify public domain story, OR original work).
  3. Practice with advice from an expert (director, actor, choreographer, pro master, stagehand, sound technician, lighting pro, backstage expert, team manager, athletic coach, OR business leader) about your performance OR how to stay motivated and get the most out of your rehearsal time.
  4. Advertise your performance (poster, press kit, video trailer, email blast, OR radio commercial).
  5. Perform (host a cast party/after party, video your performance, OR create a photo album).

* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.

What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?

Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links

Meeting Plans

Other Resources

What is a good way to earn the badge at home?

Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans

At Home Plans

GSUSA Information and Details

Five steps are needed to complete this badge:

  1. Pick your performance style
  2. Find and develop material
  3. Rehearse! 
  4. Launch your performance 
  5. Put on your show
Click to Expand → GSUSA Official Resources

  • GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan for 2 Meetings – No links available. This is only accessible through MyGS log-in on Council’s website for troop leaders

Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?

Learn about the Public Speaking Multi-level GSUSA 2011.

Where does this go on the Uniform?

This is a Skill Based Badge – Click Here to see diagrams and details on where to place it.

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