2025 Program Information

The Roger Rees Awards will be held in May 2025. School registration is open.

This idea of young people showing their acting chops and being recognized for it is something that he would have adored. So, I hope everybody who is competing for the Roger Rees Awards understands this kind of lifelong commitment to trying to be better at what we, who work in the theater, try to do. What Roger's life is a great example of is that you never stop learning, you never stop working, you never stop striving to be better. These kids here today are on that path, and if Roger's name is on that path as a signpost, then Heaven is happier today because he's up there pointing down going, ‘yeah, yeah, yeah, keep going, keep going, keep at it, just keep at it.’" - Rick Elice

2024 Roger Rees Award Highlights

The 2024 Roger Rees Awards showcase was held May 19, 2024, at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater and John Jay College in New York City. Outstanding Performer winners Ashlee Fucarino and Isaiah Baston represented The Roger Rees Awards at The Jimmy Awards in June.

Awards

Excellence in Choral Group Performance

This award celebrates the artistry and creativity of high school choral groups.

Outstanding Performance in a Musical

This award recognizes the efforts of students who perform leading roles in their musical production.

New Faces - Solo Performance

This category is open to any high school student exploring vocal, dance and/or acting, not limited to musical theatre.

Student Reporter Search

Open to students with an interest in media marketing or journalism.

Scenic and Costume designer showcase presented by
new york city center

Open to students attending high schools in the Greater New York City area.

New York City Center High School Orchestra Award

Student pit orchestras of musical theater productions at high schools in the Greater New York City area are eligible to submit for this opportunity.