HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE SONDHEIM AWARDS

We're so happy you're interested in learning more about the Sondheim Awards!

The Stephen Sondheim Awards aim to connect, cultivate, and celebrate high school musical theater students and educators across Connecticut and Massachusetts. Throughout the year, the Stephen Sondheim Awards offer educational opportunities and individualized feedback to help schools grow their theater programs year after year. This regional program culminates in a Tony Awards® style gala that honors outstanding productions, performances, and participation. It provides the opportunity for students and teachers to come together as a community to celebrate the magic of high school musical theater!

APPLICATION CRITERIA

  • School must be a Connecticut or Massachusetts public, private or charter school.

  • School must produce a full length musical listed as a qualifying show from the NHSMTA to partake in Adjudication.

  • School must pay the participation fee.

  • School must provide up to four comp tickets for adjudicators to their production.

Eligible Awards

Best Actor

Will Advance to The Jimmy Awards

Best Actress

Will Advance to The Jimmy Awards

Best Supporting Actor

Best Supporting Actress

Best Director

Best Music Direction

Best Choreographer

Best Stage Management

Best Musical

Best Ensemble

Best Sound Design

Only eligible with a student designer or assistant designer

Best Costume Design

Only eligible with a student designer or assistant designer

Best Lighting Design

Only eligible with a student designer or assistant designer

Best Scenic Design

Only eligible with a student designer or assistant designer

(Student designers MUST submit a portfolio to be eligible for an award)

Online Application