St. Margaret’s Performing Arts students earned nominations in a dozen categories, along with several commendations, through this year’s Orange County Cappies (Critics and Awards Program). At the end of the school year, student critics from nearly 30 high schools across Orange County vote to give awards to their fellow students for outstanding productions, group and individual performances, and achievements in technical categories. These recognitions celebrate the incredible talent, dedication, and artistry of our performers and production members. We are proud to celebrate our student's accomplishments alongside schools from across the region.
2026 Cappies Nominees
Hair and Make-up in a Play
Olivia Thimons, SMES Make-up Team, St. Margaret’s, Lord of the Flies
Lighting in a Play
Gavin Shams, Keagan Pichardo, St. Margaret’s, Lord of the Flies
Lighting in a Musical
Gavin Shams, St. Margaret’s, Grease: School Version
Choreography in a Play
Paige Minton, St. Margaret’s, Lord of the Flies
Ensemble in a Play
The Hunters, St. Margaret’s, Lord of the Flies
Cameo Actor in a Musical
Chase Cunningham, as Johnny Casino, St. Margaret’s, Grease: School Version
Featured Actress in a Play
Olivia Thimons, as Roger, St. Margaret’s, Lord of the Flies
Female Dancer
Paige Minton, as Cha Cha DiGregorio, St. Margaret’s, Grease: School Version
Female Vocalist
Sienna Ganem, as Teen Angel, St. Margaret’s, Grease: School Version
Male Vocalist
Jake Norton, as Doody, St. Margaret’s, Grease: School Version
Featured Actor in a Play
Mac Ullem, as Piggy, St. Margaret’s, Lord of the Flies
Freshman Critic
Audrey Liao, St. Margaret’s
2026 St. Margaret’s Cappies Commendees
Savera Glowacki
Zackery Mulroy
Kimberly Pelayo-Ayala
Sofia Reyes-Mendoza
Winners will be announced mid-May. Congratulations Tartans!