The Cappies are awarded to honor excellence in high school theater across the United States. The Washington metropolitan area contains over 50 high schools and is therefore the largest Cappies region. High Schools from Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Southern Hartford, and Howard counties traditionally participate in the event.
The Cappies in Baltimore, Maryland are traditionally held at the Hippodrome Theatre, Baltimore.
Many publications such as The Washington Post and other local newspapers, brochures, and magazines have published reviews of nominated shows and award ceremonies.