GALLERY: The 13th Annual Basie Awards Honoring Excellence and Achievement in Monmouth County High School Theatre
(RED BANK | MAY 23) Every year, the Basie’s Education department forms an evaluation committee of theater lovers, performers and educators, who then attend and score upwards to 50 local productions. Buzz for the Basie’s kicks off in early May, with the announcement of nominees in 25 categories recognizing excellence in everything from acting and directing to set and costume design, choreography, lighting and orchestra. On May 23rd, a capacity crowd packed our historic theater to watch selections from area performances and cheer the nominees and winners.
The Count Basie Theatre’s Basie Awards are sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health – Monmouth Medical Center, a partnership that promotes awareness of the importance of the arts in physical and mental well-being.
(Photos by Amanda Stevens for the Count Basie Theatre)