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Woodland Hills Nominated for Seven Gene Kelly Awards

Congratulations to Woodland Hills!

Woodland Hills High School's "Young Frankenstein" cast and crew is headed to the Benedum once more this year.

The production has been nominated for several Gene Kelly Awards.

The Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater recognize and encourage musical theater and arts education, according to the CLO website. The organization gives out the annual awards in conjunction with the University of Pittsburgh.

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Modeled after Broadway’s Tony Awards and held at the Benedum Center in downtown Pittsburgh, the award ceremony features live performances from the best actor and best actress nominees, as well as those up for best musical. Nominees are from schools in Allegheny County. About 30 schools—including Woodland Hills—participate.

"Young Frankenstein" was nominated for the following awards:

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  • Best Musical, Budget Category III
  • Best Scenic Design, Budget Category III
  • Best Costume Design, Budget Category III
  • Best Lighting Design, Budget Category III
  • Best Supporting Actor—Justin McCord (Igor)
  • Best Supporting Actress—Marika Countouris (Elizabeth Benning)
  • Best Crew/Technical Execution

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Follow the "Road to the Kellys" on Facebook. Check out pictures of nominees and finale particiapnts as they prepare for the awards.

For more information about the Gene Kelly Awards, call 412-281-2234 or email CLOAcademy@pittsburghCLO.org.

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