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LONG CENTER PRESENTS

HELLER AWARDS FOR YOUNG ARTISTS

APRIL 16 | 7:30 P.M. | LONG CENTER

The Long Center presents the 12th Annual Heller Awards for Young Artists, an evening of live performance including awards in 18 categories, performances by Best Production nominees, Lead & Supporting medleys, and musical numbers by our Select Ensemble. Hosted by program alumni Donelvan Thigpen and Jessica O’Brien, the Awards will be held Wednesday, April 16 in Dell Hall.

Imagine Austin’s version of the Tony Awards. Every year, the Long Center brings together over 30 schools from Austin and beyond to shine a spotlight on the hard work of thousands of students and teachers involved in arts education. Join us as we mark the eleventh anniversary of this program with an evening of live performances, awards, scholarships, special guests, and more.

Learn more about the Heller Awards, this year’s nominees, participating schools, and much more.

Formerly the Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards.

The Heller Awards for Young Artists is moving to Texas Performing Arts, the home of Broadway in Austin, in 2026. For more information, visit TexasPerformingArts.org

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Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
• Time: 7:30 P.M.
• Venue: Dell Hall at the Long Center
• Website: https://thelongcenter.org/events/12th-annual-heller-awards-for-young-artists/

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• Name: Long Center

At the Long Center, we know what Austin is all about. Our musicians, artists, and creators put Austin on the map. Their work is what draws us in, keeps us here, and allows us to innovate, grow, and thrive.

Uniquely located facing the city skyline, we breathe and pulse along with the creative energy that powers it. We’re proud to bring what Austin is to communities near and far every day, on virtual stages and actual ones, through connections and community. 

Built in 2008 and with a local history that spans many more generations, we welcome you to accept this invitation from a true Austinite to be at the center of it all. 

For Austinites of every background, the Long Center is the community gathering place that offers the most diverse programming and stunning views of the city, so that together, everyone can experience remarkable live arts and entertainment.

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