Act3 Productions Wins Nine Metropolitan Atlanta Theatre Awards

Sandy Springs, GA – Act3 Productions, Sandy Springs’ semi-professional theatre company has won nine Metropolitan Atlanta Theatre (MAT) Awards, ranging from best choreography to Best Director for a Musical. The honors were announced at an awards ceremony Sunday at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.

The cast of Big Fish garnered five awards, including best actress and actor. In addition to the Moira Thornett Director’s Award, the show Godspell also received two additional recognitions, and Jillian Melko received Best Costume Design of a Play for The Graduate.

“The MAT awards are not only wonderful for recognizing individual theater professionals and stand-out performances, but the organization also brings us all together to celebrate the exceptional work begin done by theaters throughout the city,” said Michelle Davis, Act3 Productions’ artistic director. “The attention they generate helps fill seats, plus it raises the bar for all of our artistic and technical work.”

Act3 Productions won the following 2019 MAT Awards:

Best Costume Design of a Play – Jillian Melko – The Graduate

Youth Award in a Musical – Riley Taylor – “Disciple”- Godspell

Best Choreography – Johnna Mitchell and Janie Young – Big Fish

Best Actress in a Minor Supporting Role in a Musical – Ella Chamis – “The Witch” – Big Fish

Best Actor in a Minor Supporting Role in a Musical – Matt Alea – “Disciple” – Godspell

Best Sound Design of a Musical – Ben Sterling – Godspell

Best Major Supporting Actor in a Musical – John Coombs – “Karl” – Big Fish

Moira Thornett’s Best Director for a Musical – Andrew Berardi and Michell Davis – Big Fish

Best Leading Actor in a Musical – Stephen DeVillers – “Edward Bloom” – Big Fish

About Act3 Productions

Act3 Productions offers a full repertoire of musicals, dramas, improvisation and original productions performed by professional and amateur actors of all ages on its home stage, Act3 Playhouse, is located at 6285-R Roswell Road in Sandy Springs. Since its inception in 2010, Act3 recognitions include: 82 MAT (Metropolitan Atlanta Theater) awards, as well as the prestigious President’s Award. Through its youth division, the Act3 Arts Academy, the company offers classes, workshops, camps and performance opportunities designed to expose young people to drama, dance, music, visual arts, technical production and more both onstage and behind the scenes. The company has won four awards at the Junior Theatre Festival, as well as numerous individual awards. Act3 is a 501(c)(3) organization supported by corporate, foundation and individual donations. www.act3productions.org.