Tony Award nominee Brody Grant joins MTCA 2027 as Special Guest Artist for live performance, Broadway masterclasses, and a student talkback.
ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Musical Theatre Competitions of America (MTCA) announced that Tony Award nominee Brody Grant will join MTCA 2027 as a Special Guest Artist, February 4–7, 2027, in Anaheim, California.
Grant most recently starred as Ponyboy in the Broadway musical The Outsiders, directed by Danya Taymor. His performance earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical.
At MTCA 2027, Grant will perform live, lead Broadway masterclasses, and participate in an interactive talkback, giving students the opportunity to learn firsthand from a leading Broadway performer.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Brody to MTCA 2027” said Lisa Fry, Executive Director of Musical Theatre Competitions of America. “His artistry, authenticity, and passion for storytelling embody everything we hope to encourage in our students. Having the opportunity to learn directly from Brody will be an experience our participants remember for years to come.”
In addition to The Outsiders, Grant starred in Parade at New York City Center alongside Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond. He has also released his debut single, Still Breakin’ Up, available across streaming platforms.
Now entering its 26th year, MTCA is one of the nation’s leading educational musical theatre festivals, welcoming more than 2,000 students, educators, and families from across the United States each season. Education is at the heart of the MTCA experience, with adjudicated performances and live feedback, Broadway masterclasses, audition opportunities, artist talkbacks, and performance-based learning designed to help students grow as artists.
Grant’s appearance continues MTCA’s tradition of connecting students with leading Broadway professionals in meaningful educational settings. Previous guest artists have included Derek Klena, Christy Altomare, Adam Jacobs, Arielle Jacobs, Christopher J. Hanke, Kara Lindsay, and Samantha Pauly.
MTCA 2027 is presented in partnership with the MTF Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to high-quality performing arts education. Through scholarships, educational programming, and partnerships, the Foundation helps more young performers access opportunities to learn, grow, and pursue their artistic goals.
“Through the MTF Educational Foundation, we are committed to making meaningful arts education and professional mentorship accessible to more young performers,” said Pia Patrick, Co-Founder of the MTF Educational Foundation.
Together, MTCA and the MTF Educational Foundation create experiences that build confidence, provide professional mentorship, and help students discover the power of storytelling through musical theatre.
For more information about MTCA 2027, visit www.mtcofa.com.
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Musical Theatre Competitions of America (MTCA)
Lisa Fry
Executive Director
Musical Theatre Competitions of America
Executive Director & Co-Founder, MTF Educational Foundation
lisa@mtcofa.com
www.mtcofa.com
MTF Educational Foundation
Jeannine Saucedo
Director of Philanthropy
jeannine@mtfeducationalfoundation.com
www.mtfeducationalfoundation.com
About Musical Theatre Competitions of America (MTCA)
Musical Theatre Competitions of America is one of the nation’s leading educational musical theatre festivals, providing students with an experience that brings together performance, education, and professional mentorship. Through adjudicated performances, Broadway masterclasses, audition opportunities, and live feedback, MTCA helps young performers develop their artistic skills and confidence in a supportive, inspiring environment.
About the MTF Educational Foundation
The MTF Educational Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to exceptional performing arts education. Through scholarships, educational initiatives, and partnerships with theatre professionals and arts organizations, the Foundation invests in the next generation of performers while fostering creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Lisa Fry
MTCA Musical Theatre Competitions of America
lisa@mtcofa.com
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