(KLZA)--The Peru Theatre Company has announced the inaugural Peru State College Bobcat One-Act Competition will take place on Friday, November 15, at the Performing Arts Center on the Peru State campus.

This exciting new event will showcase eight high school one-act teams from the Southeast Nebraska area, including Auburn, Beatrice, Falls City Sacred Heart, Johnson-Brock, and Pawnee City.

The competition begins at 9:00 a.m. with performances continuing throughout the day. Admission is free for Peru State College students, faculty, and staff, while general admission is $5. Community members are encouraged to come out, support high school theatre programs, and celebrate the talent and dedication of young performers in Southeast Nebraska.

Peru Theatre Company Vice President Lucas Hrabik spearheaded the competition, has been an active member of Nebraska- one-act and speech community for many years, including four years as a competitor and two as a registered judge with the Nebraska School Activities Association.