U-Prep's Fall Musical

UPMF Board was pleased to award five outstanding ‘theater kids’ with the 2026 Musical Foundation Scholarship yesterday at the senior breakfast:

Emily Marelich
Brandyn Nichols
Mackenzie Reagan
Sania Sidhu
Courtney Wilson

Each one of these outstanding students made a lasting impact on the U-Prep Musical family - both in front and behind the curtain. Break a leg out there, Panthers! You will be missed, and we will continue to cheer you on as you start this exciting new stage.

Confession time: we couldn’t keep this secret any longer… 😏 Our next musical is Sister Act, and it’s going to be nun-stop fun! So raise your voice, put on your habits and get ready for a heavenly good time! 🪽🎶🪩

Hello, musical family! Well. The wait is ALMOST over... We will be revealing next year's musical sometime after school this Friday. Check our social channels for details. The countdown is on! Weigh in with your guesses below.

From all of us in the U-Prep Frozen family, we are beyond proud to cheer on Josh Dodson and Acacia McDaniel as they compete at the prestigious Sara Bareilles Awards at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco this weekend. Break a leg, guys! ATG San Francisco, University Prep Redding

AMAZING news, Panthers! ❄️✨

'Frozen' performers Josh Dodson and Acacia McDaniel have been nominated for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor at this year’s prestigious Sara Bareilles Awards!

Out of 170 productions, our program was selected—and we’re honored to be one of only two new schools to make the cut. 🎭

While we celebrate these incredible individual achievements, this recognition reflects something even bigger: the talent, dedication, and heart of our entire cast, crew and directing team (M. Romney Clements, Brad Fowers, Marissa Kinneavy and Cindy Sumsion).

Every single performer, backstage member, parent and creative contributor helped make Frozen a truly unforgettable production and a standout success in the Northern California region.

We couldn’t be prouder of these kids and this team. 💙 ATG San Francisco University Prep Redding

Hey U-Prep Musical Seniors! Have you applied for our scholarship yet? Visit this link for the application or check with the counseling office for more details! https://tinyurl.com/upmfscholarship

Support the arts. Support our amazing theater kids. 💙 This , your gift fuels the future of U-Prep Theatre. Scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/upreptuesday to donate today!

✨❄️ Thank you, North State, for helping make Frozen a record-breaking success! ❄️✨

Now you can keep the magic alive at home. Scan the QR code to purchase your downloadable video for $25—perfect for holiday movie nights and sharing with family across the miles. Your link will be emailed in early December, once the final cut is delivered.

You can also click this link instead of scanning: https://tinyurl.com/uprepfrozenvideo

100% of the proceeds go towards U-Prep student enrichment programs, musical productions and scholarships!

Once a memory… now a forever keepsake. 💙

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That’s a wrap on Frozen!

Like Olaf says, “Some people are worth melting for,” and this entire journey has proven it.

Congratulations to our incredible cast, crew, directors, and the volunteer army who brought this record-breaking Frozen to life.
A huge thank-you to our sponsors and our amazing community for filling the theatre with warmth all weekend long.

Until next year… love is what keeps our kingdom warm. 💙⛄️

It's time, Redding! Two shows left - and they are not to be missed. Come to our 2pm matinee (with free Meet and Greet) or catch our 7pm closing night performance.

Come to the David Marr Theatre today - tickets are available at the door or online at uprepmusical.com