NCTC Awards

Only current NCTC members are eligible to receive NCTC Awards. Individuals may be considered for an award if they are an individual member or affiliated with an organizational member. Schools and theatre companies that are organizational members of NCTC are eligible. In addition, to be considered for NCTC Awards, nominees must be active NCTC members, participating in annual events and serving as an advocate for NCTC to their constituents. NCTC members may nominate themselves, their own theatre/school, another outstanding organization, or an industry peer. We encourage students at NCTC member schools (K-12 and College) to nominate their teachers or theatre program.

Check our membership pages to see which organizations are eligible!

• K-12 Members
• College/University Members
• Theatre Members

The following awards are presented to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of leadership, service and education:

• NCTC Marian A. Smith Distinguished Career Award – Presented to an individual who has led an exceptional career in the NC theatre community, serving as a leader and a master of their craft or work.
• NCTC Herman Middleton Distinguished Service Award – Presented to an individual who has demonstrated significant service to both NCTC and the NC theatre community. 
• NCTC K-12 Theatre Arts Educator Award – Presented to a current or former theatre teacher in NC schools, who has demonstrated excellence in the classroom, superior production achievement, and has served as a leader among peers.
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The following awards are presented to theatre companies and schools that have demonstrated excellence in performance and in service of their mission:

• NCTC College/University Award
• NCTC Community Theatre Award
• NCTC George A. Parides Professional Theatre Award
• NCTC Constance Welsh Theatre for Youth Award

Nominations will open in fall. The NCTC Board of Directors will review all nominations and make award selections. Winners will be announced in December. Board and staff members will work with honorees to plan award presentations at events of their choosing.