High school theater programs from across Wake County will be honored at tonight's NC Theatre Capital Awards ceremony. The awards ceremony, a black tie affair featuring performances by outstanding local high school actors and actresses, as well as awards presentations, is going to be held at The Raleigh Memorial Auditorium tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Awards are going to be presented in 17 categories, including Outstanding Leading Actor and Actress, Outstanding Scenic Design and Outstanding Orchestra.

It's sure to be a great show, will certainly be a night to remember for all of the young actors, actresses, choreographers, set designers, stage crew and musicians who are being acknowledged.

Tickets are available to the general public for $15, and can be purchased from the NC Theatre Box Office, or by phone at (919) 31-6941, extension 6944.

If you're unable to attend tonight's ceremony, you can still catch a glimpse of Wake County's excellent young thespians: The NC Theatre Capital Awards ceremony will be televised and is scheduled to air on local television this summer, premiering on Saturday, July 7 at 10:00 a.m. Check local TV guides, or email info@brianwilliamstv.com for listings.

For more information about the NC Theatre Capital Awards, or to learn how your favorite high school theater department can get involved in the program, contact Staci Thornton, at sthornton@nctheatre.com or 919-855-9960.