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Give back to the community by donating blood at Starlight Theatre! Community Blood Center (CBC) is the primary provider of blood and blood components to more than 70 hospitals and medical centers in the Greater Kansas City region and will hold a life-saving blood drive in the Applause Club at Starlight Theatre on Tuesday, April … Continued
We’re looking for innovative and hard-working “Stars” to join our staff and have numerous full time, part-time, and seasonal positions open including: Audio/Visual Technician Community Engagement Coordinator Event Coordinator Facilities Technician Facilities – Day Crew Graphic Designer Grounds – Day Crew Guest Assist Team Member Ticket Services Representative Volunteer Coordinator As a new “Cast Member,” … Continued
In Starlight’s most recent Raise Our Voices performance, rapper Ayel created an original song to premiere, “Stand the Rain.” Inspired by this season’s theme, “Celebrating Me,” Ayel chose his words very intentionally with thoughtful intent on sharing this moment with others who have similar experiences as him. “Ayel’s words are a testament that though black … Continued
On this week’s episode, Broadway season tickets are on sale now, a number of Broadway stars receive Oscar Nominations, and West Side Story hits Disney Plus and HBO Max. Season Tickets On Sale Now
On this week’s episode, Vincent Legacy Scholarship applications are now open, “The Color Purple” announces a star-studded film cast, and “Fraggle Rock” returns to televisions. Vincent Legacy Scholarship Applications
What excites you the most about joining the team at Starlight? I grew up in a small town in northeast Missouri, with less than a hundred people and a graduating class of about 20. There was no theatre program; extracurricular activities were limited to sports, band, or choir. My lack of access was largely influenced … Continued
Mark your calendars for Starlight’s two main fundraising events in 2022! Starry Night at Starlight Saturday, June 11, 2022 Following the success of last year’s event, which helped raise more than $100,000 in support of Starlight’s Bob Rohlf Internships program, Starry Night at Starlight returns for a second year. This community event for all ages … Continued
This month, Starlight’s Raise Our Voices video showcases the work of Seth Irving, who brings together vocals, poetry, and choreographed roller skating. Seth was chosen by Artistic Advisor Christopher Barksdale-Burns to bring his performance to Starlight audiences. “Seth is a kind and caring individual, who wants to see everyone uplifted and living their best life,” … Continued
On this week’s episode, Young Friends of Starlight Steering Committee applications are now available, Anything Goes heads to cinemas, and an Annie sequel hits airwaves. YFS Steering Committee Applications
With the New Year comes new executive leadership at Starlight! This month, Bess Wallerstein Huff joined the team at the historic theatre in Swope Park as Starlight’s new Vice President of Marketing and Sales. Cindy Jeffries held the position for 18 years. Starlight’s hiring committee, including its board of directors, conducted a nationwide search to … Continued
Starlight is excited to welcome its new Vice President of Marketing and Sales to the team. Wallerstein Huff brings nearly 20 years of experience in the nonprofit performing arts industry and we’re thrilled for her to lead Starlight’s marketing and sales team in its next chapter. Learn more about Starlight’s newest VP! What attracted … Continued
After 18 years at Starlight, Cindy Jeffries, Starlight’s Vice President of Marketing and Sales, will retire later this month. She recalls many memories of the amazing shows and performers at Starlight Theatre throughout the years and has been an integral part of changes, improvements and new programs launched in her tenure. She’s proud to have … Continued
What was your best memory working at Starlight? I will take with me so many special memories of Starlight. I think some of my very best include the first time I brought each of my daughters to a Broadway show and watched their faces as they took it all in. They were so young, but … Continued
In our second episode of season two’s Raise Our Voices video performance series, Artistic Advisor Chioma Anyanwu selected Ahafia Jurkiewicz-Miles to feature. “Ahafia is unflinchingly open to artistic collaboration, masterfully flexible to evolving ideas, genuinely kind, and exhibits an almost saintly patience in stressful situations,” Chioma said. “They are what I think of when I … Continued
Two of Starlight’s biggest supporters were honored with special awards at this year’s National Philanthropy Day Awards on Thursday, November 11. The ceremony was put on by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Kansas City Chapter, and honored Kansas City individuals and companies that embody the spirit of philanthropy. Amy Guerich was the recipient of this year‘s award for Spirit of Philanthropy – Individual/Family, which honors … Continued
As 2021 draws to a close, we’re increasingly grateful for the more than 3,000 donors that stepped up this year in support of the arts and our community with a gift to Starlight. Thank you! Beyond our stage, thousands of people each year are touched by Starlight’s community engagement programs that provide need-based performing arts scholarships to BIPOC students, promote healing and hope … Continued
The Starlight family was saddened to learn of the passing of Robert (Bob) Kipp late last month. “Bob was an intelligent leader and a man of great integrity,” Bob Rohlf, Starlight’s former President and Executive Producer, said. “He was results-focused but never wanted to be in the spotlight, he just wanted what was best for … Continued
Avoid frustrating shipping delays and gift a memory-making night at Starlight to your friends and family this holiday season. A Starlight gift certificate fits everyone on your list. Gift certificates can be used on Broadway, concerts, dining or parking. The best part? They don’t expire for five years! Here are just a few events coming … Continued
On this week’s episode, Disney’s “Encanto” comes to theatres and Disney+, Starlight’s Raise Our Voices makes its season two premiere, and A Very Boy Band Holiday celebrates the season on ABC. Encanto Comes to Theatres/Disney+
In the second season of Starlight’s video performance series Raise Our Voices, Starlight assembled an Artistic Advisory Committee comprised of community artists and art educators, who then search and select artists to collaborate with. The pairs work together to decide on the material, concepts, messaging and technique for their performance. For the season two premiere, … Continued
On this week’s episode, a Vincent Legacy Scholar attends a prestigious puppetry workshop, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will once again feature Broadway performances, and Annie LIVE is set to premiere on NBC. Zachery Garner Attends Puppetry Training Initiative
On this week’s episode, Van Gogh Alive is open at Starlight, a Blue Star Awards student opens a show off-Broadway, and Tick, Tick, Boom is released. Van Gogh Alive Opens at Starlight
Thank you to everyone who attended and donated to Starlight’s 34th Annual Benefit Gala. On Saturday, October 2, hundreds of Kansas Citians came together to celebrate the arts, our vibrant creative community and a shared appreciation of a beloved cultural landmark. Chaired by Kelly and Joe Privitera, the event raised more than $500,000 thanks to … Continued
Have you ever wanted to work at one of Kansas City’s oldest and most iconic venues? Now is your chance! Starlight is currently hiring five positions, in addition to a number of subcontracting positions. Volunteer opportunities are also available for those looking to donate their time to this historic nonprofit organization (and see some really … Continued
Thanks to all who voted for Starlight in The Pitch’s Best of KC! We’re proud to have been awarded Best Live Music Venue (1,000+), Best Live Theater and Best Outdoor Venue. This is the fourth year in a row that Starlight has been honored with Best Live Theater and Best Outdoor venue. The Pitch’s Best … Continued
Where did you first get your passion for Starlight? We have a long history with Starlight Theatre. One of our fondest memories is of our first concert together - James Taylor in the 90s! Since then, we have attended numerous concerts, events, and Broadway shows; Starlight has always been part of our Kansas City history! When … Continued
On Saturday, October 2 Starlight held its Annual Benefit Gala with longtime Starlight supporters, community leaders and other VIPs in attendance. The gala is Starlight’s largest fundraising event of the year, and donations from the event support Starlight’s operations, programming and preservation of our 70+ year old venue in Swope Park. Each year, Starlight presents … Continued
In its first year, Starlight’s inaugural Starry Night at Starlight event on Saturday, September 11 raised more than $100,000 for Starlight’s Bob Rohlf Internships program! The event was supported by 20 All-Stars, a group consisting of some of Kansas City’s most dynamic and charitable movers and shakers. Actor and digital creator Kalen Allen served as … Continued
On this week’s episode, we’ve announced our 2022 Broadway Series, Starlight honors this year’s Vincent Legacy Scholarship recipients, the Dear Evan Hansen movie is headed to theatres, and Cynthia Erivo releases a children’s picture book. Starlight Announces the 2022 Broadway Series
On this week’s episode, Starry Night at Starlight occurs during On Your Feet!, a musical adaptation of “The Karate Kid” is in development, a concert celebration of Wicked comes to PBS and tap dance stamps are created for the US Postal Service. Starry Night at Starlight During On Your Feet!