Members’ Choice Awards

At the close of each season, usually in early September, SVCT members are invited to vote for their favorite actors, show, set design, costumer, musical and vocal direction, choreographer and more. Children, teens , and adults are recognized at our annual Member’s Choice Awards evening gala.

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SVCT tradition also includes the following special annual awards

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Gypsy Robe Recipient

Presentation of the Gypsy Robe is a tradition with many theater companies. At SVCT, each show’s producer selects an ensemble member what has had a particularly positive impact on the production. This could be through hard work on set construction, a positive impact on cast morale, etc.

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Producer’s Award

Each show’s producer selects an individual (typically a volunteer who has helped with the production) who has made an indispensably contribution to the production.

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Becky Kaiser Newcomer Award

Becky Kaiser was a behind-the-scenes volunteer with SVCT for many, many years. This award is given to an individual, couple, or family who is new to SVCT and who became a valuable part of our community in a short period of time. Sometimes more than one is awarded.

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Al Bloom Shining Star Award

This award is given in honor of Al Bloom, one of the founders of SVCT (then called Gilroy Community Theater) in 1969. Al was know for taking parts that were not necessarily lead roles, but somehow making them especialy memorable. This award recognizes someone (not necessarily an actor) who went above and beyond the call of duty, really “shone” in his or her role, “blew everyone away,” etc. It is not necessarily presented each year.

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Rosalie Andrews Technical Award

Rosalie Andrews was another early member of Gilroy Community Theater. She was instrumental to its success, but always behind the scenes, never appearing on stage. This award recognizes a non-actor for significant behind the scenes contribution to SVCT. It can be awarded for tech work, backstage assistance, set construction, set dressing, painting, props, contribution as a board member, etc. It is not necessarily presented each year.

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Outstanding Community Service Award

This award is not given each year, but may be awarded to a business, a board member, or a volunteer.

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Click on any link below for a list of that season’s Members’ Choice selections