The moment Cinderella loses her shoe on the steps of the palace...the Wicked Witch of the West flying over the heads of audience members...these are unforgettable moments in live musical theatre that many of us have shared here at Starlight. However, these moments wouldn’t be as vivid or memorable for all of Starlight’s patrons without … Continued
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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
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
For 32 years, Ingram’s has conducted their “Best of Business” Awards in Kansas City. Starlight has had the honor of winning a number of awards—including a Gold for Best Theater, Silvers for Best Concert Venue and Best Performing Arts Venue, and Bronze for Best Charitable Event in 2019. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the publication … Continued
On Thursday, February 6, the City of Kansas City honored Starlight with Resolution 200097 during their scheduled City Council meeting. Councilwoman Heather Hall introduced the Resolution as a Starlight Special Action, and the Council quickly voted to approve. Starlight’s President and CEO, Rich Baker, and Board Chair, Ora Reynolds, accepted the Resolution surrounded by additional … Continued
For the 13th year, Visit KC is once again giving travelers the opportunity to vote for their favorite Kansas City businesses in 47 different categories—from Favorite Art Museum to Favorite Barbecue Restaurant and everything in between. This year, Starlight Theatre was lucky enough to get a nomination for the category of Favorite Concert/Live Music Venue! … Continued