Cappies
The Cappies Critics and Awards Program strives to recognize the Orange County student writers, performers, and technical crews. High school theatre students who participate in the Cappies program are trained as critics, attend shows at other schools, and write reviews. The top three reviews from each show are published online.
At the end of the school year, the student critics vote to give awards to their fellow students for outstanding productions, group and individual performances, and achievements in technical categories. The critics vie for the Best Critic and Best Critic Team Award. Awards are presented at the annual Cappies Gala at the The National City Grove of Anaheim.
Our current Cappies Team:
Cecelia Joseph (she/they) Lead Critic: “I'm extremely honored to be serving as Irvine High's Lead Critic for a second year, and I can't wait to help the whole team achieve their goals this season while also seeing what all the other schools have been working hard on!”
Alyssa Brown (she/her) : “I am excited for the opportunity to be in Cappies this year and have the ability to go see other school's shows and expand my knowledge of the theatre world.”
Abby Schmude (she/her) : “Hi, my name is Abby Schmude and I am so excited to start my junior year and second year on the IHS cappies team! In my free time I like to perform, read and play video games. I can’t wait to see what surprises this year has in store!”
Raha Yekta (she/they) :
“After my experience with Cappies last year, I am beyond thrilled to be able to be a part of this phenomenal team once again. I am looking forward to meeting new people and learning more about what theatre means in our community! I'm super excited to see how this year turns out for us!”
Genevieve Velarde(she/her) :“Hi! I'm so excited to go out to watch and learn from other talented and skilled high school actors. I hope to learn and grow as both a writer and performer, and finally, enjoy some live theatre!”
Dhikshita Manikonda (she/her) : “I'm very excited for my second year of Cappies and I can't wait to learn new things! I hope my experience this year will be just as fun and educational as last year!”
Zak Wilderotter (he/him) “I am excited to be a part of Cappies and expand my knowledge of theatre and get the opportunity to see other schools’ productions.”
Alisha Zuberi (she/her) : “I’m so excited for another Cappies season. I’m so glad I get to work with so many of my friends. I love Cappies because I get to utilize my love for writing and my love for theatre.”
Iris Nguyen (she/her) :
“I'm looking forward to seeing other school's interpretations of certain shows, and also getting to know other Cappies onstage and offstage!! Cannot wait for an amazing Cappies season this year!!”
Why Join Cappies?
Cappies is an enriching program that anyone can benefit from, no matter their goals. Cappies teams go to see productions at other schools & critique them-- this exposure will not only improve you as a performer, but as a writer, too. Additionally, you will meet many other Cappies Critics, all with their own unique ideas and perspectives.
Consider being a part of the Irvine High Cappies Team!
For more information
Cappies Gala
At the end of the year all the work that Cappies have put in culminates at the gala where awards are given, and performances happen. Additionally all Cappies are brought on stage and recognized for their work throughout the season. Awards are given to schools for their performances including Irvine, but they are also given to individual Cappies and Cappies teams for excellence in their reviews and discussion. It is our hope to have a strong Cappies team and to receive many nominations and awards this year for our productions and Cappies team.