KPA Nominees. Photo by Malu Biju. Written by 2026 Student Reporter Amelia TrostPhotos by 2026 Student Reporter Malu Biju The Ken Page Awards, formerly known as the St. Louis High School Musical Theater Awards, have been a participating chapter of the National High School Musical Theater Awards, or the Jimmy Awards, for Read more
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN and WILL CLOSE ON JANUARY 1, 2026 FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR. To participate in KPA, please note: Students cannot sign up for KPA individually. The high school must participate in the program in order for any students to be eligible for KPA. The high school Read more
Ken Page was a celebrated actor and singer from St. Louis, best known for his iconic voice role as Oogie Boogie in The Nightmare Before Christmas and his standout performances on Broadway, including Cats and Ain’t Misbehavin’. A passionate advocate for the arts and a mentor to countless young performers, Page’s legacy made a lasting Read more
SLHSMTA School Highlights: Westminster Christian Academy Nominated For Outstanding Musical Level 1 Written by 2025 SLHSMTA Student Reporter, Mary Corkery Bringing a classic to stage April 24-26, Westminster Christian Academy told a story of embracing joy and connection with their production of Hello, Dolly! For Director Allen Schwamb, the story’s Read more
SLHSMTA School Highlights: Belleville West High School Nominated For Outstanding Musical Level 1 Written by 2025 SLHSMTA Student Reporter, Mary Corkery Belleville West High School staged a bold, colorful story of acceptance with their spring musical The Prom: School Edition. Showing their production on April 24, 25, and 27– with Read more