East Lake High School Theatre

05/23/2026

Troupe 4356 has already begun recruiting incoming students for the 2026-2027 season! New Member Chair, Verity, came to the theater today to share information about East Lake’s theater program with the Carwise students who will be performing this evening in their production of Once Upon A Mattress. 🎭

05/22/2026

ELHS Broadway Star of The Future Awards Results
For our 2025-26 Mainstage Season we received the following Spotlight Award Nominations:

The Importance of Being Earnest (6)
Outstanding Performance in a Featured Role in a Play – Joa Kilbride as Lady Bracknell
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Play– Markos Halkias as Algernon Moncrieff
Outstanding Direction of a Play – Dr. Terri Power
Outstanding Stage Manager – Sam Trinidad (Winner)
Outstanding Hair and Makeup Design – Victoria DeVries & Aurea Norris
Outstanding Props – Elise Bergum & Aurea Norris
Little Shop of Horrors (9)
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical– Markos Halkias as Seymour
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical– AnaSofia as Audrey
Performance in a Featured Role – Max Lynch as Mr. Mushnik
Performance in a Featured Role – Kris Youngren as Dr. Orin
Outstanding Featured Dancer – Peyton Stevens
Special Achievement in a Musical: Student-Led Production Ingenuity – Addy Gleason & Nadia Quinones (Winner)
Special Achievement in a Musical: Puppetry Performance – Maddie Dumont (Winner)
Special Achievement in a Musical: Puppet Design and Construction – Maddie Dumont, Max Lynch, and Aurea Norris (Winner)
Outstanding Stage Manager – Dillon Queen (Winner)
Anything Goes (19)
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical – Jackson Weathers as Billy Crocker (Winner)
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical – AnaSofia Melchiorre as Hope Harcourt
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical – Markos Halkias as Moonface Martin (Winner)
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical – Addy Gleason as Erma
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical – Joa Kilbride as Lord Evelyn Oakleigh
Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role in a Musical – Gabbi Califano as Reno Sweeney (Winner)
Outstanding Performance in a Featured Role in a Musical – Sebastian Young as Elisha Whitney
Outstanding Featured Dancer in a Musical – Joa Kilbride
Outstanding Featured Dancer in a Musical – Peyton Stevens
Outstanding Featured Dancer in a Musical - Sebastian Young
Outstanding Ensemble – Anything Goes
Outstanding Music Direction – Yohance Wicks (Winner)
Outstanding Orchestra – East Lake High School (Winner)
Outstanding Choreographer – Lyla Ruth (Winner)
Outstanding Direction of a Musical – Dr. Terri Power (Winner)
Outstanding Musical – Anything Goes
Outstanding Scenic Design – Anything Goes (Collaborative)
Outstanding Lighting Design – Truitt Herrington & Dillon Queen
Outstanding Stage Manager – Joey Scalia (Winner)
In total 34 nominations and 13 Awards!

05/22/2026

Congratulations to the cast and crew of Anything Goes!! Our BSF Spotlight nominations in total numbered 19!! Missing still were award winners Lyla, Mr. Yo, and Joey as SM!

04/30/2026

Lucky number 13! Congratulations to all of our Broadway Stars achievers!

04/23/2026

Set sail with East Lake High School Theatre’s production of Anything Goes!
Opening this Thursday at 6:30 PM, with additional performances on Friday and Saturday, this high-energy musical features a full live orchestra. It’s a show you won’t want to miss!
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• Butlered "Cruise Ship Fare": Indulge in ham, gourmet finger foods, Cuban bread, and tiramisu served shipside.
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• Elite Amenities: Enjoy exclusive access to a private lounge and dedicated bathrooms—no long wait times!
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🎟️ Get Your Tickets•
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We can't wait to see you on board!

04/14/2026

HUGE shout out to Rusty Bellies Waterfront Grill, Inc. who has graciously sponsored our spring musical, Anything Goes! The owners and staff at Rusty Bellies have consistently supported our schools and community for years and we are beyond grateful to them for ALWAYS showing up! Thank you for supporting the arts, Rusty Bellies!

03/31/2026

Anything Goes - Playbill Advertisements / Shout-Outs!
Feature your student or your business in the East Lake High School Theatre show programs! By purchasing an ad, you will be supporting the East Lake High School Theatre Boosters and our amazing young performers!

An ad is a great way to promote your business or send a message to your favorite cast or crew member. Your message will reach hundreds of parents, students, and community members. All proceeds directly support our dedicated students and fund our upcoming productions. https://www.elhstheatre.com/packet/4189

03/20/2026

Congratulations to the cast and crew of Little Shop of Horrors!

03/13/2026

Dramatisation of drunk driving situation played out at East Lake High School by some of our very own students. https://www.tampabay28.com/news/region-pinellas/east-lake-high-students-stage-a-realistic-crash-simulation-to-warn-about-drunk-driving?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQgyQ1jbGNrBCDIe2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHiB0wA7Sg8r3S0nC5U8Uuo26xYpgdoBsXFQKMObL5dywPig0CR0yXF3XdAi9_aem__QMjq2wc3-fGhkhCgvY54A

With spring break and prom season approaching, students at East Lake High School got an all too real look at what can happen when someone drinks and drives.

01/13/2026

Feed the plants… and our performers! 🌱🎭

We are officially selling Program Ads for our upcoming Senior Show production of Little Shop of Horrors! This is a wonderful way to:

Shout out your favorite Senior (or Underclassman Techie!): Send a "Break a Leg" message to your student.

Promote your business: Get your brand in front of hundreds of local audience members.

Show your support: Help us fund the sets, costumes, and (of course) the man-eating plants!

Deadline to submit: Thursday, February 5th | Pricing: Starting at $25 | How to buy: https://www.elhstheatre.com/packet/4013

Don't miss your chance to be part of the "Skid Row" magic! 🪴✨