Hutchison was nominated for Outstanding Overall Production, among several honors.
The show's production elements were recognized with an Outstanding Technical Achievement nomination, as well as lighting and sound design nominations.
Our ensemble was honored with Outstanding Large Ensemble and Outstanding Chorus nominations.
The Fates, played by Pippa Williams '31, Eloise McDonald '28, and Anna Ratton '27, received a nomination for Outstanding Small Ensemble.
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Hutchison Nominated for Nine High School Musical Theatre Awards
Hutchison’s fall 2025 production of “Hadestown: Teen Edition” received a variety of nominations, from ensemble recognition to technical awards.
Congratulations to the cast and crew of Hadestown: Teen Edition on their nominations for the Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards! The awards program celebrates local high school talent across Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Missouri. Judges attend school performances throughout the academic year to evaluate and nominate students for various awards. Nominees are honored at the annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards celebration, which will take place on May 21, 2026.
Below is a list of Hutchison’s nominations:
Outstanding Overall Production
Outstanding Technical Achievement
Outstanding Large Ensemble
Outstanding Small Ensemble: The Fates
Eloise McDonald ’28
Anna Ratton ’27
Pippa Williams ’31
Outstanding Lighting
Outstanding Sound Design & Execution
Outstanding Chorus
Outstanding Music Direction: Patrick Jones, Hutchison Music Teacher
Outstanding Supporting Actor: Brayden Daughtery as Hades
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