Winners Revealed for 2024 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards

News Summary

The results for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards have been announced, celebrating exceptional talent across a range of categories. This year saw an exciting expansion, recognizing over 100 cities across various continents. Categories highlighted include Best Choreography, Outstanding Productions, Music Direction, and performers in both non-professional and professional divisions. Notable winners include productions like ‘Tuck Everlasting’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ The vibrant Atlanta arts scene continues to thrive with upcoming performances scheduled for this year.

Winners Announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards

Atlanta is buzzing with excitement as the results for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards have just been revealed! Held annually, these awards shine a spotlight on exceptional regional productions, touring shows, and performances across our vibrant arts scene. This year’s awards saw competition from an impressive range of talent, with eligibility running from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024. What’s even more thrilling? The awards expanded this year, celebrating outstanding productions in over 100 cities across America, Canada, Central and South America, Europe, and Asia.

Choreography and Costume Design

The Best Choreography category was a hotly contested one! Anna Bragg danced her way to the top in the non-professional division for her work in “Tuck Everlasting” at The Red Phoenix Theatre Company. Meanwhile, professional recognition went to Nikki Snelson for her lively choreography in “Legally Blonde” at City Springs. Costume design took center stage as well, with Stephanie McDonald and Alyssa Paduano winning in the non-professional category for their enchanting outfits in “Beauty and the Beast” at Snellville Performing Arts. Alex Allison dazzled the audience with his costume design for “The Little Mermaid” at Springer Opera House, earning the professional title.

Outstanding Productions & Direction

Public performances took home accolades too! “Disney’s Newsies” from Theatre Macon swayed to victory as the Best Dance Production in the non-professional category while “Rent,” brought to life by The Atlanta Opera, clinched the professional award. Direction was another exhilarating category—Stephanie McDonald and Alyssa Paduano directed their way to success with “Mean Girls” at Snellville Performing Arts for the non-professional award, while Baayork Lee impressed audiences with her direction of “Beauty and the Beast” at City Springs Theatre in the professional competition.

Best Ensemble & Lighting Design

When it comes to the ensembles, the standout non-professional group was “Tuck Everlasting” by The Red Phoenix Theatre Company. In the professional field, “Legally Blonde” from City Springs Theatre took home the award. Not to be forgotten, the lighting designers certainly brightened the evening. Noah Popp from Marietta Theatre Company earned accolades for “Honeymoon in Vegas” in the non-professional category and Ben Rawson shone brightly with his work on “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” at Theatrical Outfit.

Music Direction & Performer Awards

The musical talents were celebrated too! Dr. Changa Miller received the non-professional award for his brilliant music direction and orchestra performance in “Mean Girls,” while Holt McCarley wowed professional audiences with his work on “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” at Horizon Theatre Company.

A special shoutout goes to Josh Napier from The Red Phoenix Theatre Company, who took the non-professional award for Best Performer in a Musical for his role in “Tuck Everlasting.” Haden Rider from City Springs Theatre spoiled the crowd with his spectacular performance in “Jersey Boys” for the professional recognition.

A Wide Array of Awards

Among the other standout performances were Anna Trentacoste for “Steel Magnolias” at Smyrna Village Players and Alex Maldonado for “The Last Days of Judas Iscariot” at Live Arts Theatre, both winning for Best Performer in a Play within their respective categories.

As for the favorite local theatres, the choice was clear! Non-professional audiences couldn’t get enough of The Red Phoenix Theatre Company, while City Springs Theatre won the hearts of professional theatergoers.

What’s Next?

Looking ahead, Atlanta’s theatre scene remains lively! Make sure to catch “A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation” this March for a dazzling performance. Additionally, fans should prepare for the world premiere of Jonathan Cook’s “Lobster Man” happening this month right here in the southeastern USA. Next month, True Colors Theatre will present “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” at Southwest Arts Center to round off an exciting season.

With so much talent on display, Atlanta’s theatre scene continues to shine brighter than ever.