Learn How Your School Can Dazzle
We are thrilled with your interest in the Dazzle Awards program!
Playhouse Square can serve a limited number of high schools in the program; therefore, participation is granted on a first come, first served basis. Applications are processed in the order they are received. All 2022/23 returning schools in good standing are guaranteed participation in the 2023/24 Dazzle Awards program. Applications from new schools are considered on a case-by-case basis pending availability.
The returning school application period is September 11, 2023 at 9 a.m. – September 17, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
The new school application period is September 18, 2023 at 9 a.m. – September 24, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
Application Criteria:
- Schools must be in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage or Summit County.
- Schools must produce a full-length musical listed on the NHSMTA Qualifying Shows & Roles list between November 1, 2023 – April 21, 2024.
- Schools must have a cast consisting of at least 80% high school students.
- Schools accepted into the program must attend the Orientation Meeting at Playhouse Square on October 10, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.
- Schools accepted into the program must provide their Insurance Policy showing Playhouse Square Foundation as an Additional Insured through June 30, 2024.
- Program expenses upon acceptance:
- A $200 participation fee
- A minimum purchase of 30 tickets ($20 each) for the Dazzle Awards Ceremony