The L.D. Bell High School Theatre Company is an award-winning acting, improvisational, and technical organization based in Hurst, Texas. Established in 1952, our present-day directors and troupe members proudly carry on the traditions and legacy of the department by producing high-quality theatre. As of the 2024-2025 school year, Bell Theatre’s Troupe #949 is one of 39 Honor Troupes recognized by the International Thespian Society in the state of Texas. Students involved are taught important leadership and teamwork skills while producing quality shows that entertain their community, state, and beyond.
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L.D. BELL THEATRE MISSION:
Bell Theatre is committed to the education of theatre arts and will strive to execute and perform to our highest personal and artistic level. Our mission is to create a safe and family-oriented environment for everyone that walks into our lives.
Meet the Directors!
Candace Harris
Head Director of L.D. Bell Theatre
Candace Harris is a visionary director and designer with over two decades of experience in educational and professional theatre. Under the direction of Mrs. Harris, L.D. Bell Theatre has been nominated and awarded multiple theatrical accolades at the local, state, and national level. Her aptitude for leadership and directing has led to her recognition as a Texas Thespians Teacher of the Month for October 2023. Mrs. Harris has brightened the futures of many aspiring actors and technicians, and she doesn’t plan on stopping any time soon!
Delaney Pricer
Assistant Director of L.D. Bell Theatre
Originally from Waxahachie, Texas, Ms. Pricer cultivated her interest in the performing arts through participation in her high school theatre department and the Cherokee Charmers drill team. She pursued her passion for theatre at Texas Wesleyan University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with an emphasis in Directing in the fall of 2020. After graduation, she began her teaching career in Mesquite ISD at Kimbrough Middle School, where her theatre program secured first place at UIL One-Act Play in 2022. She later taught at Bowman Middle School in Plano ISD, where her students achieved first place and were named District Champions in UIL One-Act Play in both 2025 and 2026. In addition to her work in education, Ms. Pricer has collaborated with several local theatre organizations, including Casa Mañana, Circle Theatre, and DFW’s Junior Players. She is excited to bring her experience and enthusiasm for theatre to the high school level and looks forward to supporting students in their growth as artists, performers, technicians, and individuals, while contributing to the continued development and success of the L.D. Bell Theatre Program.