Musical Theatre Competitions of America

MTCA (Musical Theatre Competitions of America) offers The MTCA Open Call, group adjudications, individual adjudications, Broadway Panels and Talkbacks, masterclasses, special audition opportunities, a college panel and fair, Technical Theatre Olympics, the MTCA Dance Party and Directors Mixer, the MTCA Awards Ceremony, and the MTC Triple Threat Competition. Students work with Broadway performers, choreographers, and casting professionals in masterclasses focused on voice, dance, acting, and audition technique. Students are also guided through preparing and submitting self-tape auditions, and selected performers are cast in the MTCA Finale alongside Direct from Broadway guest artists.

Programs

• The MTCA Open Call — High school students
• Group Adjudications — Students
• Individual Adjudications — Students
• Broadway Panels & Talkbacks — Students · MTCA offers two chances to engage with Broadway professionals: The MTCA Broadway Panel and a Broadway Talkback with featured guest stars.
• Masterclasses — Students · Students work with Broadway performers, choreographers, and casting professionals in sessions focused on voice, dance, acting, and audition technique.
• Special Audition Opportunities — Students · Students are guided through preparing and submitting self-tape auditions. Selected performers are cast in the MTCA Finale alongside Direct from Broadway guest artists.
• College Panel & Fair — High school students and parents · The first event of the festival, 'The Next Step: MTCA College Panel and Fair,' offers guidance on opportunities after graduation and connects attendees with college representatives.
• Technical Olympics — Every student · The Technical Theatre Olympics invites every student to participate in tech-based games. Awards are presented in several categories.
• MTCA Dance Party & Directors Mixer — Students and directors · After the MTCA Finale, students take over the dance floor at the Dance Party. Directors are invited to connect, collaborate, and celebrate at the Directors Mixer.
• MTCA Awards Ceremony — Students · Held at the Walter Knott Theater, the MTCA Awards Ceremony honors standout performances and unforgettable moments. Afterward, students enjoy an included entry to Knott’s Berry Farm.
• MTC Triple Threat Competition — Performers

At a glance

• Ages: 14–18 years old

About the provider

The MTCA Festival’s mission is to celebrate musical theatre while empowering, educating, and elevating student performers, onstage and beyond. The college panel and fair is the first event of the festival and is called "The Next Step: MTCA College Panel and Fair."

• MTCA 2027 — MTCA 2027 is officially sold out

This form is for Directors Only. Parents are asked to reach out to their director for any festival related questions.

Last updated October 7, 2026.