Gathered in Mr. Di Minico’s room, the elated cast, crew, and orchestra of Les Misérables repeatedly burst into cheers and tears (of happiness) as WFMZ announced nominations for the 20th Annual Freddy Awards. By the time all was said and done, the Slaters, who were up against close to 30 schools from Lehigh and Northampton Country, PA, as well as Warren County, N.J., earned recognition for 14 nominations, including Best Overall Production! See the full of list of nominees below!

*The 20th Annual Freddy Awards will take place at Easton’s State Theatre (May 26, 7 p.m.)

Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra

Outstanding Use of Scenery

Outstanding Use of Costumes

Outstanding Performance by a Male Ensemble Member

Josh Raub as Enjolras/Bishop

Outstanding Use of Lighting

Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role

Elizabeth Rutt as Madame Thenardier

Outstanding Chorus

Vic Kumma Award for Outstanding Solo Performance

Charles “CJ” Fassl (“Bring Him Home”)

Outstanding Featured Performance by an Actress

Kaylee Holland as Eponine

Outstanding Production Number

“One Day More”

Outstanding Stage Crew (In honor of Capt. Christopher Seifert)

Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role

Charles “CJ” Fassl as Jean Valjean; Evan Finkbeiner as Javert

Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical