Young Gifted and Broadway (YGB) hosted its 3rd Annual Carter Awards Ceremony on June 20th in the Cantor Ballroom at the Marriott Marquis. The premier event celebrates the achievements of young performers of color who graced Broadway and Off-Broadway stages during the 2025–26 theater season. Check out photos from the event below!
Named in honor of former Broadway child icon Ralph Carter (Tony nominee and Good Times star), "The Carters" put a spotlight on the industry's brightest youth talent. This year's ceremony recognized young performers from productions including The Lion King, MJ The Musical, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, Schmigadoon!, Ragtime, Waiting for Godot, and more.
This is the third year Young Gifted and Broadway (YGB) hosted the event, with a special spotlight on the following…














