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High School Musical Awards

The 5th Avenue High School Musical Theatre Awards, sponsored by Wells Fargo, is a night to remember. This exciting, Tony Awards-style show was created to honor the work, talent and commitment that students, parents and faculty devote to their school’s yearly musical productions. To acknowledge the value of high school theater programs and give drama students the same recognition that high school athletes receive. And to introduce young people to The 5th Avenue Theatre and nurture their appreciation for live musical theater.

2009-2010 Awards

The 2009-2010 awards ceremony will be held on June 7, 2010 at 7pm at the 5th Avenue Theatre.

To register a high school for the 2009-10 Awards, please download an application and send to the 5th Avenue Theatre. All applications are due on November 4, 2009.

2008-2009 Nominees

Read the list of nominees & recipients here

2008-2009 Awards: June 8, 2009

The Nominations

Each year, our adjudicators visit high schools throughout Washington State to attend their musical productions. Nominations are made in a variety of categories, including overall musical production, lead actors, supporting actors, chorus, ensemble group, direction, music direction, choreography, orchestra, design, stage crew, lobby display, and program design.

The Show

As part of the festivities, each award recipient is invited to give an acceptance speech. In addition, nominees for Outstanding Musical Production, Outstanding Male Actor and Outstanding Female Actor perform on The 5th Avenue Theatre's beautiful stage.

2008-2009 5th Avenue Awards Broadcast

Relive the drama and excitement of the 2009 awards ceremony in TVW's broadcast:

Past Award Recipients