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Starlight is excited to celebrate 75 years of inspiring stories. As the city’s oldest and largest performing arts organization, Starlight has presented Broadway musicals, popular concerts, and community programs to millions of Kansas Citians since 1950.

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Featured Events

Incubus
Jul 8
Whiskey Myers
Jul 12
+LIVE+ & Collective Soul
Jul 16
Earth Wind & Fire
Jul 18
Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations
Jul 22-27
Disney’s Frozen
Aug 5-10
Big Time Rush
Aug 13
KidzBop
Aug 16
Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls
Aug 21
Goo Goo Dolls
Aug 22

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Live Experiences

Broadway Experience

Enjoy an evening of straight-from-Broadway shows like you’ve never seen before.

Upcoming Shows

Concert Experience

Enjoy live music in a casual and inviting atmosphere under the stars at Starlight.

Upcoming Concerts

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The Starlight Experience

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What’s New

A person with shoulder-length brown hair is joyfully sliding down a playground tunnel slide made to look like a hollowed-out tree trunk. They are wearing a patterned shirt, green pants, and colorful shoes with red soles. Their arms are raised in excitement as they come out of the slide, surrounded by large stacked stones and lush greenery.

Starring: The Production Intern

July 10, 2025

Kansas City Stars in Frozen

July 8, 2025

A performer in a suit stands in a dynamic pose on stage, holding a microphone stand tilted forward. The background displays large text reading 'MOTORTOWN REVUE,' evoking a retro, Motown atmosphere. The lighting casts the figure in silhouette, adding a dramatic effect to the scene.

Know the Show: Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations

July 1, 2025

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Win a Swift Escape to NYC—And Help Build Starlight’s Future

June 24, 2025

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A Campaign for Starlight

Uniquely KC

Through venue improvements and programs expansion, the Uniquely KC Campaign will enhance the Starlight tradition and extend it to new, diverse participants of all ages.

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Give + Engage

No matter the amount, your support ensures that Starlight will be around for future generations to experience the arts.

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Students performing during the Blue Star Awards

Engaging Kansas City residents through education, community partnerships, and programming.

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Everyone belongs at Starlight.

Every visit to Starlight is different. Bring theatre to life for students. Get caught up in the excitement of a Broadway show. Experience live music from your favorite band. Celebrate a special occasion. It’s all here at Starlight.