2026-2027 Adjudicator Application
The Shea's Arts Engagement and Education department is seeking adjudicators for the 2026-2027 Shea's Wonder Awards. Please complete this form to submit your application. Interested parties can be a local practitioner with professional theatre experience AND/OR a classroom educator with theatre experience. The deadline to apply is Sunday, September 27th, 2026, by 11:59pm.
Please Note
All selected adjudicators are required to attend ONE MANDATORY orientation/training session in-person, two hours in length. A virtual zoom session may be available for anyone unable to attend either scheduled session in-person.
Name
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First Name
Last Name
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Ex. He/Him, She/They, They/Them, etc.
Contact Email Address
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Personal email addresses are preferred over business/school email addresses.
Contact Cell Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Please select the date(s) that you are available to attend a mandatory orientation/training session (select all that apply):
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Sunday, October 11th, 2026, 2pm-4pm
Tuesday, October 13th, 2026, 5pm-7pm
Not available either date
I am a...(select all that apply)
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Professional who works in the performing arts (performer, director, choreographer, technician, designer, stage manager, etc.)
Performing arts educator (music, dance, acting, design, stage management, etc.)
Classroom teacher with experience directing or producing school musical productions (but do not specifically teach performing arts)
Other
Have you adjudicated for any regional awards programs before?
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Yes
Yes, but not for the last year
No
Other
Describe why you are interested in being an adjudicator for the Shea's Wonder Awards:
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Provide a bio of 200 words or less (written in third person) describing your experience:
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This will be used for our records, social media, and our website.
Rank your comfort in evaluating the following production elements:
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Extremely Unqualified
Somewhat Unqualified
Neutral
Qualified
Extremely Qualified
Acting
Costume Design
Dance/Choreography
Direction
Lighting Design
Orchestral Performance
Scenic Design
Stage Management
Vocal Performance and Technique
Storytelling
Please note any major known conflicts that may conflict with the adjudication period of November 2026 - March 2027 (Specifically Thursdays-Sundays):
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Performances typically occur in the evenings Thursday-Saturday and afternoon on Sunday. Every production may have different performance dates/times.
Do you have a relationship with any high school(s) in WNY that may be considered a conflict of interest if you were assigned to adjudicate their production?
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Yes
No
Other
If you selected "Yes" or "Other", explain here:
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Please upload a resume detailing your theatrical experience and educational experience (if applicable).
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Acknowledgement
By completion of this application, you give Shea's Arts Engagement and Education the right to use your headshot and bio for featuring on their website and social media pages. You also confirm that all information provided is accurate to the best of your abilities and agree to uphold the rules and guidelines for adjudicators participating in the Shea's Wonder Awards.
Please Note
The deadline to apply is Sunday, September 27th, 2026, by 11:59pm. All selected individuals will only be notified of their acceptance AFTER this date has passed.
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