The Midlakes Theatre Experience capped off its season with a strong showing at the Stars of Tomorrow Gala, earning six production awards and multiple individual acting honors.
The program received Achievement awards for Theatrical Storytelling, Acting Ensemble, Vocal Ensemble, Dance Ensemble, Production Crew and Production Design.
Several cast members were also recognized for their performances. Dorr, who played Lady Larken; Cannan, who portrayed Prince Dauntless; Justin Herman as Sir Harry; Gavin Ruggles as the Jester; Maeve Jankowski as Princess Winnifred; Liesl Dorr as Queen Aggravain; and Allison DeRuyter as the Minstrel all earned recognition for achievement in a leading role.
Robert Lally, who played King Sextimus, and Hayden Lawson, who portrayed Princess No. 12, each received a “Tip of the Hat” recognition for their performances.
Justin Herman also finished among the top 10 in the Rochester Broadway Theatre League’s Stars of Tomorrow NYC Bound competition. Herman was joined by Cannan and Dorr, who each advanced to the competition’s top 40.
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