19 May 2025 Pulaski Academy students will represent Central Arkansas at the Jimmy Awards®

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LITTLE ROCK — Celebrity Attractions, in partnership with Argenta Contemporary Theatre, is excited to announce the winners of the first annual The Broadway Bound Awards of Central Arkansas. 

Sascha Bass and Collin Carlton stand with the host of the competition.

Sascha Bass and Collin Carlton, both representing Pulaski Academy, were awarded the coveted spots of representing Central Arkansas in New York City at The National High School Musical Theatre Awards®, otherwise known as the Jimmy Awards®, on June 23, 2025. 

Collin Carlton who portrayed the role of Alfred/White Rabbit/March Hare in ALICE BY HEART is beyond thankful for this incredible opportunity with Broadway Bound. He is a Junior at Pulaski Academy where he is a part of the performing arts program and a State Champion wrestler. He is a member of the Pre-Professional Company at The Arkansas Rep and Argenta Contemporary Theatres. Favorite roles include: Willy Wonka, JR. (Charlie) at The Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Newsies (Crutchie) at Wildwood Park for the Arts, 13: The Musical (Evan) at The Studio Theatre and A Christmas Story (Ralphie/ensemble) with The Broadway National Tour. He also performed as Ralphie at the Boston Tree lighting.  He has a passion for performing and wants to thank his family, friends and teachers for pushing him and believing in him. 

Sascha Bass who portrayed the role of Alice in ALICE BY HEART, is thrilled to be a part of the inaugural year of the Broadway Bound Awards! She is a Sophomore at Pulaski Academy where she is a part of the performing arts program and the dance team. She is a member of the Pre-Professional Company with Argenta Contemporary Theatre/The Rep. Some of her favorite roles include Alice in Alice by Heart (Pulaski Academy), Sandy in Grease (Argenta Contemporary Theatre), Rusty in Footloose (The Royal Theatre), Bridget in Bring It On (Argenta Contemporary Theatre). Sascha is so thankful to her family, friends and teachers for always supporting her & pushing her to achieve her dreams!

The first of its kind in Central Arkansas, the special regional program highlights and awards excellence in Central Arkansas high school musical theatre concluded with a one night only special showcase event on Monday, May 5, 2025. The best female performer selected, and the best male performer selected will represent Central Arkansas. 

22 students represented 11 area schools that participated this year’s program:

Beebe High School                                                                  Bryant High School

Conway High School                                                              El Dorado High School

Episcopal Collegiate School                                            Fountain Lake High School

Hot Springs World Class High School                       Little Rock Central High School

North Little Rock High School                                         Parkview Arts & Science Magnet High School

Pulaski Academy

Finalists of the first annual The Broadway Bound Awards of Central Arkansas.

Five additional students received special accolades at the event:

Spirit of Broadway – Liv Robertson (Bryant High School)

Rising Star – Lucy Beaumont (Little Rock Central High School)

Director’s Award for Vocal Excellence – Annie Zimmerman (Episcopal Collegiate)

Director’s Award for Choreography – John Sullivan (Hot Springs World Class High School)

Director’s Award for Theatrical Performance – Eli Lancaster (North Little Rock High School)

We would like to thank our sponsors, Pinnacle Structures/Will & Karla Feland, Landers Toyota, the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau, Savannah College of Art and Design, Custom XM, Blackberry Market and Rock ‘n Roll Sushi for investing in these stars of tomorrow.

About the Jimmy Awards 

The Jimmy Awards®/The National High School Musical Theatre Awards® (NHSMTA®) program impacts approximately 150,000 students who participate in 55 regional high school musical theatre competitions sponsored by presenters of touring Broadway productions throughout the United States. Named for Broadway impresario James M. Nederlander, the program has been the catalyst for more than $6,000,000 in educational scholarships since its launch in 2009. Presented by The Broadway League Foundation, Inc., the NHSMTA invites two nominees from each local regional ceremony to New York City for a rigorous theatre intensive that includes coaching sessions, training, and rehearsals led by some of Broadway’s most accomplished professionals. Nominees will spend ten days in New York City from Friday, June 13, 2025, through Tuesday, June 24, 2025, and their experience will culminate in an extraordinary talent showcase performed live in front of an audience on a Broadway stage. The sixteenth annual Jimmy Awards will take place on Monday, June 23, 2025, at the Minskoff Theatre. For more information, please visit JimmyAwards.com.