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It was a night of celebration Oct. 24 as Starlight Theatre leaders and staff hosted a dinner and awards ceremony to recognize the hard work and dedicated service of 199 Starlight volunteers. With more event nights than ever in 2016, including four indoor shows last January, 42 nights of summer Broadway shows and 28 summer … Continued
The 30th annual Starlight Theatre Gala, Starry Night, Future Bright: Building Tomorrow’s Dreams, will take place Saturday, September 24. Pat McCown, CEO of McCownGordon Construction and Starlight Board member, and his wife, Beth, serve as co-chairs for the evening. The black-tie evening begins with a cocktail reception in Starlight’s Helzberg Garden of the Stars at 6:30 … Continued
After Hours at the Towers, an inaugural fundraising event hosted by Center Stage-Young Professionals of Starlight Theatre, proved to be a memorable evening for hundreds of Kansas City young professionals and supporters of Starlight. The 1920s-themed event on Friday, April 22 was inspired by Starlight’s upcoming production of Bullets Over Broadway and featured live music by Lost … Continued
Center Stage, the young professionals group of Starlight Theatre, will mix fun and fundraising at an all-new event at the theatre this month. The inaugural After Hours at the Towers, which will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, April 22, is geared toward 21- to 40-year-olds throughout the metro. Designed as a younger complement … Continued
Hearty congratulations go out to longtime supporters of Starlight Theatre who won National Philanthropy Day Awards on November 18. The awards are sponsored annually by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Mid-America Chapter. Starlight Board member Jean Deramus Wagner and her twin sister, Jill Deramus Dean, received the group’s Outstanding Fundraiser Volunteer award. The Deramus sisters … Continued
As the song “When I Grow Up” from the 2016 Starlight Broadway production of Matilda The Musical describes, every child dreams of what they want to be. Kaitlyn Davidson was no exception. Kaitlyn caught the bug for performing early, at age 5 in a dance class. Then, Starlight entered the picture: “While studying dance, I remember seeing … Continued
If Starlight Theatre runs like a well-oiled machine on summer nights, it’s due in large part to the many Starlight Ambassadors who volunteer their time and talents all year long. So, on the evening of Oct. 6, Starlight gave its generous volunteers a big round of applause, awards, prizes and a tasty meal at the … Continued
Starlight Theatre’s 29th Annual Benefit Gala, Prism: Reflecting Forward, was a record-breaking night in Starlight history. Thanks to the support of more than 100 generous donors, Starlight raised more than $705,000, all of which will help to fund construction of Starlight’s new education building and support 11 education programs. The previous Gala fundraising record of $700,800 … Continued
Starlight Theatre concludes its 65th anniversary season in September, and the theatre’s biggest annual fundraising event will put a crowning touch on another successful summer of Broadway and concert entertainment. Under the leadership of co-chairs Bonne and Cliff Illig, the Starlight Theatre Annual Benefit Gala will mark its 29th year on Saturday night, Sept. 26. … Continued
Attendance at our five Broadway productions and 25 concerts approached 300,000. Our 11 performing arts education programs reached more than 5,000 youth from age 5 through college. The Starlight community ticket program gave 11,284 people served by local nonprofits the chance to enjoy a Broadway musical for free. And, our new venue-wide sound system enhanced … Continued
As a not-for-profit organization, Starlight Theatre relies heavily upon the great work and good deeds of volunteers. If you’re looking for a way to give back to your community while putting your time and talents to use in 2015, consider becoming a Starlight Ambassador! More than 200 adults volunteer on a seasonal or year-round basis … Continued
Education camps that impact 225 children every year. A high school performance troupe that performs in front of nearly 5,000 people annually. 14,700 free Broadway show tickets given to local nonprofits during each Broadway season. These are all things that Starlight Theatre is able to provide thanks to your financial support. During this season of … Continued
The 2014 Destination Starlight gala on May 17 truly had it all: An original theatrical performance produced by EPIC Events, a multi-course dinner and dancing until midnight. And of course, who could forget the beautiful graphic design work in our gala invitations, programs, and tickets? Bob Farley, Manager of New Media at Polsinelli, will be recognized at … Continued
“If you want to meet young professionals who are concert and theatre fans and the future leaders of Kansas City, this is the group for you,” says Amber Hackett, the first chair of Center Stage – Young Professionals of Starlight Theatre. Center Stage is the young professionals’ membership group of Starlight. The group’s leadership team … Continued
The 28th Annual Starlight Theatre Benefit Gala was a big success — and a thrilling ride — with Russ and Debbie Welsh at the wheel, serving as the event’s chairs. The evening’s theme, “Destination Starlight,” captured the joy and excitement thousands experience each year at one of Kansas City’s top live entertainment venues. One highlight … Continued
The four “destinations” of Starlight – our historic venue, expansive education offerings, Broadway blockbusters and big-name concerts – will be on the map May 17 at the 28th Annual Starlight Theatre Benefit Gala. This year’s subway-themed “Destination Starlight” Benefit Gala will have guests on track to celebrate the traditions of Starlight and its contributions to … Continued
Starlight is looking for new team members for the Starlight Ambassador Advisory Team. An ideal candidate is someone who is excited to showcase Kansas City’s landmark outdoor theatre. The Starlight Ambassadors is an all-volunteer group that supports Starlight Theatre in many aspects of the venues operations. They give countless hours at all times of day … Continued