2026 Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award Nominees

Congratulations to the Dean Artists nominated for the 2026 Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Awards!

Teiya Kasahara has received an Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Performer in a Leading Role (Musical).

Teiya created the titular role of Silence in the world premiere of Uyeda's Silence, produced by Nuova Vocal Arts.

A special nod as well to Dean Artists Neil Craighead, Scott Rumble, and Leila Kirves, who were a part of Edmonton Opera's Die Walküre, nominated for Outstanding Production.

The Sterling Awards will be held on Monday, July 20th, 2026. To read a full list of nominees, click here.‍