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For 2021, MIFA will be offering an asynchronous, video submission based festival. READ MORE...
MIFA typically offers two styles of one-act theatre events, Studio Productions and Main Stage. Themes for the State Festival alternate annually between Main Stage and Studio events. In even years (2018, 2020 etc), Main Stage is serious and Studio is humorous. In odd years (2019, 2021 etc), Main Stage is humorous and Studio is serious. Schools may participate in either or both (Studio or Main Stage) of a three level series that highlights traveling shows. A maximum of 12 shows per division will advance to the State Festival giving participants the opportunity to present their productions and see a variety of other shows. Main Stage shows are the traditional one-act competition that MIFA has hosted for more than 30 years with larger sets and full technical aspects. Studio Productions are meant to focus on the actors and the script, making little to no use of extensive technical aspects of a show such sets, lighting or props. In addition to 1st thru 3rd place State Finalists and a number of special recognition awards, MIFA also presents the Bob Koger Award annually. The award is recognizes the tireless efforts of directors in High School Theatre embodied by Bob Koger. Details. Nomination Form. |
2020-2021 Season Key Dates & Forms
Jan 1-Feb 1, 2021 District Performance Window Jan 23, 2021 Most Districts @ Online Feb 6, 2021 Regional Qualifiers @ Online Feb 13, 2021 State Theater Festival @ ONLINE Q: Traveling to an upcoming tournament? A: Check out MIFA's pre-arranged hotel blocks and rates. Other Travel Questions? Contact Becca Weissman, Business Mgr ------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you hosting a festival? Register it with The MIFA so that we can put it on our calendar! Register HERE! Theater Committee: Chair, Kirstin Carolin Region 1 Elle Nieuwsma, Holland Christian (2019-2021) Region 2 Michael Clemons, Woodhaven HS, (2020-2022) Region 3* Michael Sheldon, Avondale HS (2020-2021, 1 yr term) Region 4 Kirstin Carolin, Henry Ford II HS (2020-2022) Region 5 Jennifer Strickland, Laingsburg HS (2020-2021, 1 yr term) Region 6* Brett Russell, Chesaning HS, (2020-2021, 1 yr term) Region 7* Lori Duncan, Saginaw Heritage, (2018-2019, 1 yr appt) |