Mount Vernon ISD’s One-Act Play program has once again made history.
The MVHS production of “Frankenstein” has officially captured the 2026 UIL State Championship, adding another title to the school’s already remarkable theater legacy. After months of rehearsals, competition performances, and dedication from both cast and crew, the Tigers brought home the top honor in the Texas UIL One-Act Play competition.
The state title marks another milestone for a program already recognized as one of the most successful theater programs in Texas history. Under the direction of Carley Hunt, this year’s production challenged audiences with themes of empathy, humanity, and acceptance while showcasing the talent and discipline of Mount Vernon students on one of the state’s biggest academic stages.
Community members rallied behind the students throughout the season, supporting fundraising efforts and attending public performances as the cast prepared for the state contest.
Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, directors, and supporters of the MVISD One Act Play program on an incredible accomplishment and a state championship season.
After advancing through the UIL competition season, the MVISD One Act Play cast and crew have officially earned a spot among the 2026 UIL State Qualifiers. Before making the trip to the state competition, the students will present one final public performance of this year’s production, “Frankenstein,” on Sunday, May 10, at 2:00 p.m. in the Mount Vernon High School auditorium.
Admission to the performance is free, though donations will be accepted at the door to help fund the program’s trip to the UIL State competition.
The production, adapted by A.S. Peterson, has become a meaningful showcase for the students throughout the competition season. Under the direction of Carley Hunt, the performance explores themes of empathy, humanity, and the treatment of those who may feel different or misunderstood.
For those unfamiliar with UIL One-Act Play, students perform a condensed version of a full-length production within a strict 40-minute time limit. Even exceeding the limit by a single second results in disqualification, making the contest one of the most challenging and disciplined academic competitions in Texas.
Mount Vernon has long been recognized as one of the premier UIL theater programs in the state, with 14 previous state appearances and four state championships in school history. This year’s advancement adds another chapter to that legacy.
The cast features a unique group of student performers, including eight senior boys, a rarity in small-school theater programs, as director Carley Hunt previously noted. Throughout the season, the students have balanced rehearsals alongside athletics, FFA, academics, and other extracurricular activities while continuing to refine the production.
Community support has played an important role throughout the year, and this final hometown performance gives local residents another opportunity to encourage the students before they compete at state.
In addition to donations collected at the door on Sunday, supporters can also contribute online through the school’s approved fundraising platform:
The community is invited to attend the free public performance of “Frankenstein” on Sunday, May 10, at 2:00 p.m. and help send the Tigers to State!
