Keep up with the latest from Starlight including details about Broadway shows, new programs, history, and more.
For our first public, in-person event in over a year, Starlight hosted the 19th Annual Blue Star Awards Ceremony on Thursday, May 20th - and what a comeback it was! During the free event, which was made possible through the generous support of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City and CommunityAmerica Credit Union, … Continued
Welcome to Starlight’s Broadway Beat! On this week’s episode, Godspell kicks off the 2021 AdventHealth Broadway Season at Starlight, In the Heights is released in movie theatres, Daniel Quadrino releases the anthem “Feel Your Love” for Pride Month, and the documentary “Revolution Rent” debuts on HBO! Godspell Kicking off the AdventHealth Broadway Season
Starlight welcomed five new members—Aviva Ajmera, Robert J. Hingula, Michael T. Lanning, Vanessa Vaughn West and Eddy Whitley—to its board on May 1. Starlight's board of directors is comprised of dedicated business and civic leaders dedicated to ensuring Starlight's legacy through governance and advocacy. Directors serve 3-year terms and provide leadership, assist with policy decisions … Continued
Calling all middle school students who love performing arts! It’s not too late to apply for Starlight’s Vincent Legacy Scholarship. Each $2,500 scholarship will provide a qualified and deserving student from metropolitan Kansas City or the surrounding area with the opportunity to pursue professional training in the performing arts. To qualify, a student in grades … Continued
Join Starlight this fall for Starry Night at Starlight, a newly reimagined community fundraiser on Saturday, September 11. Formerly known as After Hours at the Towers, this annual event will also highlight an inaugural class of All-Stars – 20 of Kansas City’s most dynamic charitable movers and shakers. This year’s event includes tickets to the … Continued
Enjoy coming to Starlight for live entertainment and community events? Vote now for Starlight in the 2021 Best of KC Awards, sponsored by Kansas City Magazine. Starlight has been nominated for several Best of KC awards, including eight Arts & Culture awards and three City Life awards. Those who wish to support Starlight may vote, … Continued
Starlight recently announced an exciting partnership with The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art to bring Van Gogh Alive, a multi-sensory experience celebrating the famous 19th century artist Vincent van Gogh, to Kansas City. Displayed only at Starlight, this breathtaking display with mesmerizing light, color, sound and fragrance will offer visitors the unique opportunity to experience Van … Continued
Starlight welcomes Godspell to its stage for the very first time Tuesday, June 22 – Sunday, June 27. Produced by Starlight, an all-Kansas City cast will shine in several impactful musical numbers and scenes, ranging from light-hearted and amusing to serious and reflective. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, this sensational show is the perfect … Continued
On this week’s episode, learn how to apply to Starlight’s Community Tickets program, Lin-Manuel Miranda brings us VIVO, a new Beatles musical She Loves You is slated for a 2022 premiere, and West Side Story comes to a theatre near you! Community Tickets
Starlight recently welcomed area high school students back into the theatre for the first time since 2019 for the 19th annual Blue Star Awards Ceremony. The much anticipated event was a year of many firsts. Starlight granted more than $10,000 in scholarships - the most ever awarded in the program - and introduced a new … Continued
On this week’s episode, Starlight invites you to the 2021 Blue Star Awards ceremony, the best-selling novel The Vanishing Half and Tony Award-winning play Oslo both head to HBO, and STEPS, a new musical animated comedy goes to Netflix. Blue Star Awards Ceremony
Congratulations to Mark Fortino as he assumes his newly elected role as Chair of Starlight’s Board of Directors. Prior to being elected as Chair, he served on the Board for six years, including three years as Vice Chair of Finance. Fortino is the Chief Operating Officer at Country Club Bank and has over 30 years … Continued
It’s been a little over a year since the Kansas City Ballet and Starlight both temporarily shut their doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, the companies are back and ready to hit the big stage for their first in-person show since 2020—and for the first time together. This exciting production is the first time … Continued
Starlight’s Community Tickets program is now accepting applications for the 2021 Broadway season. Nonprofit organizations wishing to participate must apply by May 28. Starlight strives to provide accessible arts experiences to as many Kansas Citians as possible. The Community Tickets program was developed to provide tickets to organizations serving individuals who otherwise may not be … Continued
On this week’s episode, learn about the upcoming KC Ballet performances at Starlight, Sister Act 3 comes to Disney Plus, Andrew Lloyd Webber shows us how the "Show Must Go On" and the hit series "Game of Thrones" heads to the theatre. Kansas City Ballet at Starlight
While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact schools and students alike, young theatre artists throughout Kansas City prove their adaptability and creativity on and off the stage. On Thursday, April 22, Starlight was proud to reveal the much-anticipated nominations for the 19th annual Blue Star Awards, honoring the hard work of area high school students. … Continued
From early experiences under the stars to serving on the Starlight Board, Katie Fitzgerald and her husband, Matt Fitzgerald, have a longstanding appreciation for Starlight and what it means for the Kansas City community. They both joined Starlight’s Legacy Society earlier this year. Find out more about their Starlight story below from Katie herself. Where … Continued
Some people began to refer to Starlight’s 2020 as “the year that wasn’t.” For the first time ever in Starlight’s 70-year history, 300,000 guests, 200 dedicated volunteers and more than 200 seasonal employees that are all part of the Starlight magic were unable to walk through our gates. Yet, despite a year unlike any other, … Continued
The support of donors like you has been critical to sustaining Starlight’s operations and continuing our community engagement programs, especially during the last year. As such, we like to show our appreciation for your generosity by extending a variety of benefits intended to strengthen our relationship, enhance your Starlight experience, and bring you even closer … Continued
On this week’s episode, Starlight announces the 2021 AdventHealth Broadway Series, Rock of Ages All Star Reunion Concert live streams on Starlight@Home, a new comedy podcast hits airwaves, and Diana The Musical comes to Netflix ahead of its Broadway opening night. Starlight Announces 2021 AdventHealth Broadway Series
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, an enchanting new musical, will stream with a limited number of tickets available per performance for one final weekend, now – April 11, with Starlight@Home. With an incredible cast of performers and fantastic puppetry, stunning choreography and accompanied by a live band, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is perfect for families to experience the … Continued
Broadway is back this summer at Starlight! This season, fans will get to enjoy the 2021 AdventHealth Broadway Series in a 4-show line up. With the highly anticipated wait now over, this is a season of Broadway you don’t want to miss! “Kansas Citians showed us how supportive they are during the pandemic, and we … Continued
On this week’s episode, learn more about Starlight’s Legacy Society, JoJo Siwa joins the cast for The J Team Musical, Audible adds to it’s scripted comedy podcasts line-up, and legendary singer Tina Turner opens up about her childhood and career in her upcoming documentary. Starlight's Legacy Society
A change to Starlight’s Board is coming this month. After serving the Starlight Board for 12 years in many roles including Secretary and Chair, Starlight honors Ora Reynolds as her fourth term is ending. “As a Starlight Board Member, I have had the amazing opportunity to build on my passion for theater, concerts, arts education and community engagement,” said Reynolds, who … Continued
Starlight is excited to partner with neighboring organizations this April to host another lifesaving blood drive event. The Swope Park Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Monday, April 19 and Tuesday, April 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More than 3500 blood donations are needed each week to successfully meet the needs of patients. … Continued
Calling all fans of the ‘80s! Put on your favorite hair band t-shirt and get ready to enjoy a night of rock ‘n’ roll live from the comfort of your living room with Rock of Ages: All-Star Reunion Concert playing with Starlight@Home Saturday, April 24 at 7 p.m. With live performances of the greatest hits … Continued
On this week’s episode, Starlight partners with Disney for a new Community Engagement program, The King and I is being revamped into a movie musical, Netflix’s hit show, The Queen’s Gambit, will become a musical, and a new series about the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, is set to premiere on the National Geographic Channel.
In Starlight’s most recent Raise Our Voices performance, M’racle Bryant-Morgan dances in a moving number to “Stand Up” by Cynthia Erivo and Joshuah Brian Campbell. It’s a song that fills M’racle with strength, power and courage and those feelings resonate in the choreography, which M’racle created herself. She knows that we are currently living in … Continued
Starlight is excited to announce a new partnership with Disney this spring for a virtual field trip and screening of NEWSIES: The Broadway Musical. “Starlight has been actively pursuing new pathways to arts experiences throughout the pandemic, and though nothing can replace the experience of young people sitting next to each other at a live … Continued
Calling all young professionals (and those who are young at heart!) – put your entertainment knowledge to test during Young Friends of Starlight’s annual trivia event! This year, this YFS signature event will take place virtually on Wednesday, March 31 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Play solo or with a group of up to … Continued