Ava Gensler, for her portrayal of Mayzie LaBird, (Kearney Public Schools, Courtesy)
KEARNEY — Kearney High School is thrilled to announce that its production of Seussical has been awarded Outstanding Musical Theater Production at the 2025 Nebraska Theater Academy Showcase.
The showcase, which celebrates the best in high school musical theater across the state, will be held on Saturday, May 31, at 7:30 p.m. at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha. As part of the honor, Kearney High’s cast will perform a selection from Seussical live onstage at the event.
In addition to this top honor, Kearney High also received the Outstanding Ensemble award, recognizing the exceptional energy, synchronicity, and collaborative talent of the entire cast. Two students received individual accolades for their leading roles:
• Zane Holoubeck, for his performance as The Cat in the Hat
• Ava Gensler, for her portrayal of Mayzie LaBird
Both were named recipients of the Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role award.
“This is a huge honor for our students and our program,” said Vicky DeWald and Clayton Moyer, directors of the production. “The cast and crew committed themselves fully to this show, and we’re so proud of their creativity, dedication, and teamwork.”
The Nebraska Theater Academy, affiliated with the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, highlights student talent from across the state each year and celebrates excellence in performance, design, and direction.
Tickets for the Nebraska Theater Academy Showcase can be purchased through the Omaha Performing Arts box office, 402-345-0606 or at TicketOmaha.com.
