Yorba Linda High School Theater Group Triumphs at Macy Awards with 31 Wins

The recent triumph of the Yorba Linda High School (YLHS) theater group at the Macy Awards competition has brought immense pride and joy to the entire school community. Competing against high schools from across Orange County, the talented team from YLHS secured an extraordinary 31 awards, a testament to the dedication, skill, and creativity of the students and their exceptional director, Cathy Petz.

The breakdown of their remarkable achievements includes 25 individual medals and 6 prestigious trophies. Among these, they garnered top honors such as Best Female Dancer, Best Female Comedienne, Best Supporting Actor, Best Choreography, Performance of the Day (for a 4-minute cut of their show), and the highly coveted Best Show of the Year. This year’s accolade for Best Show of the Year is particularly significant as it marks only the second time in the school’s history that YLHS has won this top prize. The award-winning performance of “Oklahoma” captivated judges and audiences alike, echoing the school’s 2019 success with “Little Women,” which also won Best Musical.

Under the expert guidance of Theater Director Cathy Petz, the YLHS theater group has once again proven that they possess one of the premier high school theater programs in Orange County. Their hard work, passion, and teamwork culminated in a spectacular showcase of talent and dedication, setting a new benchmark for excellence in high school theater.

The atmosphere at the Macy Awards was electric, brimming with excitement and anticipation as YLHS’s theater group received critical acclaim. Congratulations to Cathy Petz and her stellar team of performers for this outstanding achievement! Their dedication and excellence have not only raised the bar for high school theater in Orange County but also inspired the entire school community. The YLHS theater program’s vibrant and dynamic nature shines through in every performance, promising many more outstanding achievements in the future.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who has supported the YLHS theater program. This incredible success would not have been possible without the community’s encouragement and enthusiasm. Way to go Mustangs!