Theatre Under the Stars
tommy tune awards program information for schools
The Tommy Tune Awards (TTA) celebrate more than applause — they foster a vibrant, connected community through the power of musical theatre in Houston. Each year, dozens of Houston-area high schools join this prestigious program, showcasing exceptional talent in performance, production, and creativity. By honoring excellence in high school theatre, the Tommy Tune Awards inspire students, enrich the arts, and strengthen Houston’s cultural community.
Schools that are interested in participating in the program can apply using the form below. NEW THIS YEAR: Theatre Under The Stars will be hosting a virtual Tommy Tune Awards Interst Meeting on August 18 at 4:30 p.m. Register below for this informative virtual event.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS
- Wednesday, August 13, 2025: Interest Form Opens (Schools & Adjudicators)
- Monday, August 18, 2025 @ 4:30PM: Virtual Interest Meeting
- Friday, August 29, 2025: School Interest Form Closes
- Thursday, September 25, 2025: Tommy Tune Awards School Director’s Meeting
- Friday, September 26, 2025: Official Tommy Tune Awards School Announcement
- Friday, October 11, 2025: Tommy Tune Award Adjudication Starts
- Friday, October 11, 2025: Show Licenses Due
- Friday, October 11, 2025: Participation Fee Due
- Monday, February 2, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Student Reporter Application Opens
- Thursday, February 26, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Ceremony – Director’s Orientation
- Sunday, March 1, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Adjudication Closes
- Sunday, March 1, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Student Reporter Application Closes
- Monday, March 2, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Scholarship Applications Open
- Friday, March 20, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Finalist Announced
- Sunday, March 29, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Scholarship Applications Due
- Wednesday, April 1, 2026: Jimmy Award Student Reporter Application Due
- TBD: Tommy Tune Rehearsals & TTA Tech Week
- Friday, May 8, 2026: Tommy Tune Ceremony (7pm)
