This program celebrated its inaugural season in 2009. Eligible leading role nominees from RBTL’s annual Stars of Tomorrow Recognition Ceremony are eligible to participate in this competition at the Auditorium Theatre. At Stars of Tomorrow NYC Bound, participants are narrowed down by an appointed panel until one male and one female are selected to represent Rochester, NY in a national competition in New York City; the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (NHSMTA), also known as The Jimmy Awards®.

The winning male and female at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards are selected by a panel of experts following a week of musical theater rehearsals, master classes, private coaching, and interviews with theater professionals. Based on their skill level and professional goals, students are eligible for college scholarships, professional internships, career coaching, and opportunities for auditions. The 17th Annual National High School Musical Theatre Awards will be presented on Monday, June 22, 2026. Learn more about The Jimmy Awards at jimmyawards.com.

For more information, please contact Holly Valentine at (585) 277-3338 or [email protected].

2026 LOCAL COMPETITION

The 2026 Competition was held on Thursday, May 21st.  Congratulations to our winners, Gus Crawford (Batavia) & Addie Schulitz (Pittsford Mendon). Additionally, Gus Crawford (Batavia) was voted this year’s WROC News 8 ‘Fan Favorite’.