Tommy Tune Awards – Participating Schools
Showcasing the Best of High School Musical Theatre
Each year, more than 70 schools across Greater Houston take part in the Tommy Tune Awards, celebrating excellence both onstage and behind the scenes. By participating, schools receive professional-level feedback, create opportunities for student growth, and join a thriving community that showcases the incredible talent of our region.
As the official Houston regional program of The National High School Musical Theatre Awards® (The Jimmy Awards®), the Tommy Tune Awards also connect local students to a national stage. Two Outstanding Performer winners represent Houston each summer in New York City, joining their peers from across the country for a week of intensive workshops and coaching with Broadway professionals.
Intetested in having your school participate in the Tommy Tune Awards Program? Click below to fill out our interest form!
Benefits of Participation
- Professional Feedback: Each production is evaluated by trained adjudicators who provide constructive notes across performance and technical categories.
- Recognition of Excellence: Awards honor outstanding work in acting, design, direction, choreography, orchestra, and more.
- Community & Visibility: Students and schools showcase their artistry on one of Houston’s largest stages at the Tommy Tune Awards ceremony.
- Pathways to Broadway: Outstanding Performers advance to The Jimmy Awards®, gaining national recognition and training.
Requirements for Schools
- Must present a qualifying musical within the adjudication window.
- Must allow access for assigned adjudicators to attend live performances.
- Must complete and submit required forms and production details by the stated deadlines.
- Must ensure students and faculty comply with program guidelines (see full PDF packet for details).
Important Dates (2026 - 2027 School Year)
- Saturday, September 19, 2026: Adjudicator mandatory training option 1 @ 2PM
- Monday, September 21, 2026: Adjudicator mandatory training option 2 @ 2PM
- Thursday, October 1, 2026: Tommy Tune Award Adjudication Starts
- Monday, February 1, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Student Reporter Application Opens
- Thursday, February 25, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Ceremony – Director’s Orientation
- Monday, March 1, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Scholarship Applications Open
- Sunday, March 7, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Adjudication Closes
- Sunday, March 21, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Student Reporter Application Closes
- Friday, March 26, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Finalist Announced
- Friday, March 26, 2027: Tommy Tune Award Scholarship Applications Due
- TBD: Jimmy Award Student Reporter Application Due
- Tuesday, April 20, 2027: Tommy Tune Rehearsals & TTA Tech Week
- Friday, May 14, 2027: Tommy Tune Ceremony (7pm)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can I contact with additional questions?
Contact the TUTS Education team at education@tuts.org or call 713-558-8801.