Carly and Annie, Teen Ambassadors from the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, interview some of the nominees prior to the 10th Annual South Florida cappie Awards.

Theater students from 20 public, private and charter schools throughout Broward and Palm Beach County vied for top honors at the 10th Annual Cappies Awards Gala on Tuesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. in the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

Modeled after Broadway’s Tony Awards, the gala awards show will feature songs and scenes from the top nominated shows.

The Critics’ Awards Program, or Cappies for short, recognizes high school theater in 42 categories including performers, designers, technicians and critics.

“Since our very first Cappies Awards Gala 10 years ago, many of our past honorees have pursued advanced studies and careers in the arts,” said Lori Sessions, program director of the South Florida Cappies.  “From a former student now appearing on Broadway in Wicked to others starring in and working on Broadway-caliber productions nationwide, it is inspiring to see young people fulfill their dreams.”