West Orange theater programs honored in Applause Awards

West Orange musical theater programs got plenty of recognition from the 2015-2016 Applause Awards, given by the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. 

The awards recognize the achievements of music theater performances at Central Florida high schools. 

Musical theater programs register to participate in the program, which provides directors with written feedback about performances. At the end of the spring, awards are given to recognize outstanding performances and work. 

Dr. Phillips High School, West Orange High School and Windermere Preparatory School were recognized for success in at least one category. 

The awards ceremony will be held 6 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2016 in the Walt Disney Theater, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando.

Awards

Outstanding Ensemble

Dr. Phillips High School, Mary Poppins-Broadway Cast

West Orange High School, Into the Woods

Outstanding Technical Achievement

West Orange High School, Mary Poppins

Outstanding Lead Performer

Emma Heistand, Mary Poppins, West Orange High School

Emma Heistand, Into the Woods, West Orange High School

Oliver Davids, Tick Tick Boom!, Dr. Phillips High School

Outstanding Supporting Performer

Parker Wallace, Into the Woods, West Orange High School

Zachary Croft, Into the Woods, West Orange High School

Outstanding Young Performer

Ryleigh Lawton, Mary Poppins, Dr. Phillips High School

Macy Hayes, The Wizard of Oz, Windermere Preparatory School

Outstanding Musical Director

Tim Hanes, Mary Poppins, Dr. Phillips High School

Outstanding Choreographer

Leslie Gettis, Mary Poppins, Dr. Phillips High School 

Outstanding Set Design

Ken Rush, Into the Woods, West Orange High School