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Pal-Mac production of 'Chicago: Teen Edition' named Best Musical at 2026 Elenbe Awards

MAY 27, 2026—The cast and crew of Pal-Mac’s spring musical production of “Chicago: Teen Edition” added more honors to their trophy case Tuesday night, including a major award. 

The production was named Best Musical Production at the 30th annual Elenbe Awards, which were held at Newark High School. This was the first time the program received the top award of the night since their 2023 production of “Mary Poppins.”

In a speech, Theater Director Mrs. Kimberly Day took time to thank the assembled cast and crew for their hard work throughout the production process.

In addition to best musical, Pal-Mac received 10 awards or runner up nods throughout the evening.

You can also click here to view the video below on YouTube

 

The awards, hosted by 13 WHAM anchor Don Alhart, are described as the “High School Tony Awards of Wayne County”, It recognizes excellence in drama and musical productions, both individuals and overall productions, in Wayne County high schools. 

This was the latest in a growing number of honors the production received, as its cast and crew recently received a total of 16 awards or recognitions at the Rochester Broadway Theater League (RBTL) Stars of Tomorrow Awards earlier this month.

Cast and crew received a special escort from local fire departments back to the high school Tuesday night.

Congrats to the program on another successful season. A full list of honors can be found below.

 

Overall Awards

Best Musical Production

A cast of performers in costume stands on a stage with a "CHICAGO" sign above, while a yellow banner in the foreground announces "Pal-Mac Best Musical, Chicago: Teen Edition."

 

Best Dance Ensemble

A group of young women in sparkly costumes perform on stage with a cage-like backdrop.

 

Individual Awards

Best Male Performer In A Lead Role

Tyler Dranichak

A young man in a gray suit and red tie stands with arms outstretched against a dark background, with a yellow banner at the bottom identifying him as Tyler Dranichak, Best Male Performer In A Lead Role, Chicago: Teen Edition.

 

Best Performer In A Supporting Male Role

Isaac Ubbink

A young man in a suit and bow tie, wearing white gloves, stands on a dark stage with blue lighting in the background, accepting an award.

 

Best Performer in a Supporting Drama Role

Payton Cotterman

A young performer in a purple pinstripe suit and headband sings on a dark stage, with a yellow banner at the bottom displaying their name and award.

 

The Show Must Go On Award

Tyler Dranichak and Evalee McClelland

Two performers in elaborate costumes, one with large pink feather fans and the other in a sequined dress, are on a dark stage with a yellow banner at the bottom.

 

Producer’s Award

Payton Cotterman and Havana Sullivan

Two young women in costume stand on a dark stage, with a yellow banner in the foreground identifying them as Payton Cotterman and Havana Sullivan, recipients of the Producer's Award.

 

Runner Up, Best Performer in a Drama

Havana Sullivan

Runner Up Best Performer in a Drama

Tyler Dranichak

Runner Up Best Performer In A Lead Role Musical

Havana Sullivan

Nominated Feature Performers

 Aine Denniston, Clifford Lofgren, Myleek McDonald, Austin Ryder, Alise Vjakse

In the foreground, a stage with actors in costume is visible, while the background displays text announcing "Additional Honors" with names of performers.

 

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