Monessen GPA

10/10/2026

We think you’re going to like it here! ❤️

Set in 1930s New York City during the Great Depression, ‘Annie’ follows a spunky orphan who refuses to let a little thing like living in an orphanage with the not-so-sweet Miss Hannigan get her down.

When Annie is invited to spend Christmas with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, her world turns upside down as she searches for her parents and discovers that family comes in all different shapes and sizes.

With a little help from her friends, and a whole lot of optimism, Annie proves that even on the cloudiest of days, the sun will come out tomorrow! ☀️

📆: April 2, 3, 4
📍: Monessen High School

10/09/2026

…And then there were TWO! ✌🏽

The stage is set.
The spotlight is shining.
The curtains are ready to open.

Our 🎶Musical Madness🎶 tournament has officially reached the final round. 🏀🎵

After surprise upsets, dramatic eliminations, and more plot twists than a Broadway musical, we’re down to two powerhouse productions- ANNIE vs MARY POPPINS. Talk about a ‘SUPERcalifragilistic’ showdown. The final round is going to be no ‘Easy Street’!

Annie has been singing her way through the competition as a fierce underdog, ☀️ while Mary Poppins has practically floated her way to the top with a spoonful of sugar. ☂️

And now the big question is…

WHO WILL TAKE THE CROWN? 👑🏆

Will it be the red-headed optimist who knows that the sun will come out tomorrow?

Or will it be the practically perfect nanny who knows that everything looks better from a little higher up?

The only thing certain is that there can only be ONE Musical Madness champion!

So, grab your popcorn, take your seats, COMMENT your GUESS, and prepare for the FINAL ACT! 🍿🎬

Let’s finish this musical madness! 🎭

10/07/2026

The stage lights have dimmed, the curtains have fallen on another round, and our 🎶 Musical Madness 🎶 tournament is officially down to the FINAL FOUR! 🏀🎵

Some favorites sang their way to victory.
Some pulled off show-stopping upsets.
And sadly, some have received their final curtain call.

At this point, the competition is getting really dramatic. There are no more easy choices.

Who will hit the high note?
Who will steal the spotlight?

The final four are ready to put on a performance of a lifetime. 🎤

But remember, our Musical Madness bracket is all in good fun! The votes, matchups, upsets, and Cinderella stories are simply part of the magic! This year’s musical selection has already been made! 🎶

So, keep guessing, keep voting, and enjoy the excitement with us!

Let the madness continue! 🎭

10/05/2026

The stage lights are getting brighter, because our Musical Maddness: Sweet 16 has officially been narrowed down to the ELITE 8!

Some fan favorites have taken their final bow, while some shows pulled off the kind of upset that would make even Broadway gasp! 👀

Let’s be honest, some of these eliminations were NOT on our bingo cards!

The competition is officially getting SERIOUS! There are no easy matchups anymore, and at this point, choosing a favorite might be harder than getting 16 people to agree on what musical we should do next year! 🤭😂

The stage is set.
The Elite 8 are ready.

Who will survive the next round?
Who will make it to the final four?

Let the madness continue! 🎭🎶

10/03/2026

The Sweet 16 has arrived, but this isn’t March Madness.

Sixteen contenders.
One champion.
One very important question.

What will our spring musical be?! 🎶

We’ve created a little bracket of Broadway magic, and over the next few days, you’ll get to watch as our winner battles its way to the top! 🏆

Who will survive the spotlight? Who will make it to the final curtain call?

Let the madness begin! 🎭

07/24/2026

This would be a great opportunity for students who are interested!

🔔 The bells of Notre Dame are ringing at The Palace Theatre!

The Academy at Westmoreland Cultural Trust is proud to announce its 2026 All-Star High School Musical: The Hunchback of Notre Dame, performing October 9–11, 2026, at The Palace Theatre!

Featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Peter Parnell, this powerful musical brings Victor Hugo’s story to life through themes of courage, compassion, justice and belonging.

Students from across the region are invited to be part of this exciting production experience, with opportunities in:

🎭 Performance
🎶 Pit orchestra
🎨 Design and creative roles
🔨 Technical theatre
🎧 Stage management and production support
✨ Other creative and production roles

How to Get Involved:
Students interested in participating should complete the Student Interest Form to share the areas of production that interest them and receive additional information as it becomes available.

Save the Date:
📅 Auditions: August 16–18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. each day

Please note: The Student Interest Form is not the official audition registration form. Audition sign-ups and additional information will be released soon and emailed directly to students who complete the interest form.

Complete the Student Interest Form: https://form.jotform.com/261886453763066

Learn more about The Academy at Westmoreland Cultural Trust, its mission, educational opportunities and upcoming programs: https://westmorelandculturaltrust.org/the-academy/

Join students from across the region as we bring this monumental musical to life on the historic Palace Theatre stage!

Monday Aug 03 - 08 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 am Broadway to the Palace Artist Retreat The Broadway to the Palace Artist Retreat is a week-long immersive musical theatre intensive designed for artists ages sixteen through adult, offering training with current Broadway performers and a Broadway Music Dire...

05/28/2026

Our GPA students and directors enjoyed an evening at the Benedum where they had the opportunity to see a classic- “The Great Gatsby.”

04/16/2026

Today, some of our Monessen GPA students ventured to PennWest CalU to see the musical “Into the Woods” directed by Monessen Alumnus Queneten Zboyovsky.

We would like to extend a special ‘thank you’ to the PennWest CalU theatre department for this awesome opportunity! 🎭

03/31/2026

Many students from our cast made one last journey to the Emerald City today by stopping down to Monessen Elementary Center for a singalong with all of the students and their former teachers! 💚👠🌈✨

03/30/2026

🌈 Thank you for going Over the Rainbow with us! 🌈

What an unforgettable journey it’s been. From the first step onto the yellow brick road to our final bow, we are so grateful to everyone who helped bring this magical story to life.

To our incredible cast and crew—your talent, heart, and dedication made Oz truly shine. To our families, friends, and volunteers—thank you for your support behind the scenes and every step of the way. And to our amazing audiences—thank you for showing up, cheering us on, and sharing in the magic.

This experience is one we’ll carry with us long after we’ve left Oz. 💚

There’s no place like home—and we’re so thankful we got to share this one with all of you. 👠🌈🌪️