Mira Costa’s drama department took top honors at the Jerry Herman Awards at the Pantages Theatre on Sunday for Best Musical for their musical “Peter Pan”.
A total of 32 southern California schools competed on the historic Pantages stage, but Mira Costa took home four awards including Best Musical, Best Ensemble/Chorus, Best Musical Direction, and Best Lighting Design. Mira Costa Drama was also nominated for Best Technical Crew, Best Costume Design, and Best Orchestra. Junior Julia McDermott was one of three finalists for Best Female Actor for her role as Peter Pan out of 32 actresses.
“Performing on the Pantages was a truly emotional, exhilarating, and rewarding experience that I was blessed to have,” McDermott said. “I’m grateful I got a taste of what I want to do for the rest of my life.”
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