Tacoma Musical Playhouse took home two state theater awards at the Washington State Community Theatre Association contest in Walla Walla this weekend.

The big award was the Theater Treasure honor, which the theater won a few years ago right before it was asked attend the international contest in Monocco. TMP stars should pack their bags, because their performance of "Company" was rocking.

The second award was best actress to Jenny McMurry for her performance in "Thoroughly Modern Millie."

The TMP actors now go on to regionals, which will involve  actors  from around the Pacific Northwest. Those contests will be held at TMP later this spring. Not that TMP needs a home field advantage.

It's "Big River" is smoking as well. This theater is on fire. â€" Steve Dunkelberger