Jimmy Awards
Rated Expert, A national musical-theatre awards programme combining coaching, ensemble rehearsal and live performance adjudication. High school performers in grades 9–12 must be nominated through an approved regional programme after a qualifying school-musical role. The main challenge is sustaining expressive singing, acting and movement under selective live assessment; there is no direct national individual entry.
Verified information
Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗Competition overview
Key information
School level
High school
Registration method
Qualification Required
Competition stages
School musical adjudication; regional nomination; New York preliminary adjudication; second adjudication and ceremony
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
In-person
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition starts
11 Jun 2027
Competition ends
22 Jun 2027
Editorial perspective
Our Take
2027 edition explicitly documented in current rules. June 11–22 is mandatory nominee availability, not an open-entry window. June 1 is the Regional Awards Program materials deadline; student/school regional registration varies. School versions may qualify; junior, TYA and concert versions are not permitted. No standalone national individual application. Local costs and registration dates must be checked with the approved regional programme.