Gala Information
2026 Cappies Gala
The 2026 Cappies Gala will be held at DAR Constitution Hall on Sunday, June 7 at 7:00 pm
Every year, Cappies participants and supporters gather to celebrate a year of phenomenal high school theatre at our annual Cappies Gala. At the Gala, performance groups comprised of students from throughout the National Capital Area chapter entertain massive audiences, and schools with nominated plays and musicals perform excerpts from their shows. Awards are presented, as determined by our voting student critics, and every participating Cappies school is celebrated for another year of making art and bringing students together.
Ticket Information
For on-sale dates and ticket pickup information, please visit our calendar. The ticket reservation form typically opens in April with tickets available for pickup one week before the Gala.
Tickets for the Cappies Gala must be requested through a participating school’s theatre teacher/director. Participating schools will send families information on requesting tickets directly through their theatre department.
If you are affiliated with a partnering organization, arts venue, participating district, newspaper, or other agency and are interested in receiving a VIP invite to the Gala, please email us at AdminNCA@cappies.org
The Cappies Gala sells out every year, and we do not sell tickets at the door.
The 2026 Cappies Gala will take place at DAR Constitution Hall.
Venue Information
Charter Bus Discount
DAR Constitution Hall does not offer any on-site parking. To help with this, Cappies NCA has partnered with two local charter bus companies to offer an affordable transportation option for school groups.
Bus availability and bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis. If you believe that your school will utilize either company, it is HIGHLY recommended that you call and reserve your charter as soon as possible.
DC TRAILS TOURS & CHARTERS
Website: https://dctrails.com
Minimum booking: 4 hours, plus 1 hour for travel (5 hours total)
Hourly rate: $175 per hour
Booking reference code: CAPPIES NCA
Phone reservations: 703-360-2800
Email reservations: Dispatch@dctrails.com (Attention: Rafael or Tammie)
*Serves DC, MD, and VA Schools
MOUNT VERNON TRAVEL INC
Website: https://www.mountvernontravelva.com
When booking reference: CAPPIES NCA
Phone reservations: 703-799-9400
*Serves VA Schools Only