The MTCA Festival is a four Day Educational Musical Theater Festival filled with Performance Opportunities, Master Classes, Adjudication & Broadway Performances. We are the MOST extensive Educational Musical Theatre Festival in the Nation!
There are many factors to consider when selecting the right experience for your students. MTCA has been offering the highest quality educational and performance experience for students across the country for over 20 years, at MTCA, we thrive on the idea each student is unique. We offer a variety of opportunities to cultivate individual and group talents throughout the MTCA Festival.
MTCA gives students the chance to experience the transformative power of Musical Theatre. They step into a professional “Open Call” Broadway-style audition, perform for industry adjudicators who provide constructive feedback, and compete both as individuals and as part of their groups. Students also get to watch and cheer on fellow performers, participate in dynamic masterclasses, and connect with like-minded Musical Theatre students from across the country. They build skills, confidence, and friendships that last far beyond the festival.
With more than years of experience, MTCA has set the standard for educational Musical Theatre competitions, empowering performers from across the country. Students and groups choose their own performance material, giving them the freedom to showcase their unique creative voice. But MTCA is more than performance opportunities—it’s about community, connection, and education. Explore our 2025 MTCA Festival Highlights to see The MTCA Experience in action.
Our adjudicators include experienced theatre professionals, college professors, industry experts, and casting directors. Every performer and group receives an in-depth, encouraging clinic immediately after their presentation. This format gives participants the chance to grow in real time, gaining insights that are both supportive and impactful. Whether students are preparing for a school production, college program, or professional audition, they leave with practical feedback they can apply right away to elevate their performances.
YES! MTCA is an educationally-based theatre festival aligning with the National Core Arts curriculum and adjudicated by theatre professionals dedicated to educating performers and growing arts education.
It’s not just about a trophy! Every performer will leave the MTCA Festival with something more! They will leave with a sense of confidence that only comes with challenging themselves to reach for their highest potential.
MTCA is where students learn the power of preparation. Preparation, persistence, and resilience are traits that not only impact performance; they enhance every aspect of a student’s life. Understanding that success is directly related to preparation. MTCA recreates the high-pressure stakes of a professional audition. As a result, performers leave with the tools they need to handle the stress or pressure they will encounter throughout their performing career and beyond.
Groups categories include Ensemble, Medley, and Showtune.
Awards are presented in all Categories, including Individual, Group, Triple Threat, and Sweepstakes Awards.
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