Keep up with the latest from Starlight including details about Broadway shows, new programs, history, and more.
Looking for a fun craft? Feel free to download our Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Sound of Music or Blue Man Group inspired paper toys. Download Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Toy – Downlaod Download The Sound of Music Toy – Downlaod Download Blue Man Group Toy – Downlaod The toys are designed similar to paper crafts … Continued
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s classic musical of biblical proportions, is performing live at Starlight Theatre this week. Starring in Joseph are real-life married couple and “American Idol” alums Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young. While in town, the two stopped by the “KC Live” set at KSHB-TV to talk … Continued
At Starlight, we’re embracing the power of the sun! Starlight partnered with the City of Kansas City, Mo., and KCP&L in April to have 200 solar panels installed on our administration and backstage building rooftops. The solar energy generated from the installations ties directly back into Starlight’s electrical grid. We are pleased to help KCMO … Continued
The hills of Kansas City will come alive when The Sound of Music opens at Starlight July 25-31. The classic show, often billed as “the loveliest musical ever written,” is the fourth production of Starlight’s 64th Broadway season. The final collaboration of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, The Sound of Music tells the story of how the stern … Continued
Starlight Theatre invites you to enter The Sound of Music coloring contest, presented by U.S. Bank, to win a VIP musical theatre experience! Download the coloring page at kcstarlight.com or pick up a copy at your local U.S. Bank branch. To be entered, you must submit your completed coloring page by Friday, July 18. This coloring contest is … Continued
All of us associated with Starlight Theatre send hearty congratulations and best wishes to Jane Chu in her new role as chairwoman of the National Endowment for the Arts. Jane has long been a leader and innovator in Kansas City’s arts and philanthropic communities – and a friend to Starlight. We are proud that her … Continued
We Will Rock You, a sci-fi musical tribute to legendary group Queen, is performing live at Starlight Theatre this week. Some of the cast stopped by KCKC 102.1’s Lounge to share details about the show and perform an acoustic version of “A Crazy Little Thing Called Love.” We Will Rock You features the greatest hits of … Continued
Our meteorologist friends at KMBC-TV 9 are following the Yellow Brick Road to Starlight this week to join in our Yellow Brick Bash pre-show event. KMBC’s “Wizards of Weather” are educating Starlight guests about lots of weather topics from 6:50 to 7:15 p.m. each night. What causes thunder? Why shouldn’t you be scared of those … Continued
They’re getting away with murder and four Tonys! A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder was the big winner at the 2014 Tony Awards, receiving the trophy for Best Musical and three others, including Best Director of a Musical for Darko Tresnjak. The electric production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch also took home four awards, including Best Revival … Continued
The 2014 Tony Awards are just hours away and we have everything you need to put on the perfect party. Download our Printable Party Decorations and bring Broadway to your living room. Broadway Decorations: Broadway is all about presentation. Decorate your party with bright flowers, fun tablecloths, themed goodies and make sure to hang your … Continued
The 2014 Tony Awards are just around the corner, and if you’re like us, you’ve been rocking out to Broadway cast recordings nonstop for the last few weeks. As the countdown to tomorrow’s show continues, Starlight Theatre is bringing you a Tony Award playlists, available to stream and share for free on Spotify. We’ve created … Continued
Inspired by the real-life story of the dog that stars as Toto in the national tour of The Wizard of Oz, Starlight Theatre will host a “Take Home Toto” pre-show event June 11-15. Toto is expertly played by Nigel, a Cairn terrier who was rescued from the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society in 2008 by Tony® Award-winning … Continued
Fans of The Beatles were overjoyed to see and hear Ringo Starr reunite with bandmate Paul McCartney for a rare performance at the 2014 Grammy Awards in January. Now fans in Kansas City have more reason to be joyful because Starr, the legendary Beatles drummer, is hitting the road this summer on a U.S. tour … 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
Tune into the 68th Annual Tony Awards® next Sunday night, June 8, for a star-studded celebration of Broadway! Tony Award-winning, Academy Award®-nominated and Golden Globe-winning actor Hugh Jackman will host the three-hour extravaganza, which begins at 7 p.m. CDT and airs on CBS. Featured guest appearances include Bradley Cooper, Kevin Bacon, Carole King, Maggie Gyllenhaal, … Continued
Just two days after we roll up the Yellow Brick Road and send Dorothy and Toto home to Kansas, Starlight will amp up its new sound system to welcome the smash-hit “rock theatrical” We Will Rock You to the stage. Whether or not you’re up on your facts about the British rock group Queen, it’s a pretty … Continued
Congratulations to all of the 2014 Blue Star Award recipients, nominees and participating high schools! …and the winners are… Outstanding Overall Production ———————————-Winner———————————– Liberty – Disney’s Tarzan Blue Springs – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Olathe East – Monty Python’s Spamalot Olathe South – Hairspray Raymore-Peculiar – Hello, Dolly! St. Teresa’s Academy – Urinetown, the Musical Outstanding Artistic Contribution … Continued
With The Sound of Music under way, Starlight Theatre decided to speak with a few of the actors to discover their favorite things. Two of the show’s youngest stars are siblings, Josephine and Delilah Rose Pellow. The two sisters are playing Marta and Gretl von Trapp so they’re sure to have some great favorite things. Favorite TV … Continued
Whether you hail from the Kansas or Missouri side of the state line, it’s a good bet The Wizard of Oz ranks among your favorite musicals. The new national touring production kicking off Starlight’s 2014 Broadway season June 10-15 will preserve your favorite memories (music, characters and iconic moments), while throwing in a few new elements to … Continued
Starlight Theatre is among 30 Kansas City-area attractions that will be showcased May 20 at the 2014 Greater Kansas City Attractions Association’s Tourism Day at The K. The event at Kauffman Stadium is scheduled for 4:30-9:30 p.m. before and during the Royals game against the Chicago White Sox. The first 10,000 fans will receive a … Continued
High school theatre students and instructors across Kansas City and in nearby communities on May 1 received their nominations for the 12th annual Blue Star Awards from Starlight Theatre. Starlight leaders and staff personally delivered 117 nominations to 34 area high schools. On Thursday, May 22, the Blue Star Award winners will receive their honors … Continued
Brent Blazek, Assistant Director of Alumni and Constituent Relations at Rockhurst University, agreed to share his thoughts and advice on his group’s night at Starlight Theatre. What was the outcome of your May 2013 Spamalot Dinner & Show alumni event? The Spamalot event was a resounding success. When I booked the event, I wasn’t sure what to expect because … Continued
Today, high school theatre students and instructors across metropolitan Kansas City and in neighboring communities received the good news that they had received nominations for the 12th annual Blue Star Awards from Starlight Theatre. Starlight leaders and staff personally delivered 117 nominations to 34 area high schools. On Thursday, May 22, the Blue Star Award … Continued
The Tony Award Nominations were just announced and we’ve got the complete list! The 68th Annual Tony Awards will be broadcast in a live three-hour ceremony from Radio City Music Hall, on the CBS television network on Sunday, June 8, 2013. Best Musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder After Midnight Aladdin Beautiful Best … Continued
A pair of stage and screen stars will be on hand on tomorrow to announce the nominations for the American Theatre Wing’s 2014 Tony Awards. Past Tony-nominee Jonathan Groff will join Lucy Liu to reveal the names in a live webcast seen here on kcstarlight.com. The Nominations Announcement webcast will begin at 7:30 am CST … Continued
Before you and your family are off to see the Wizard at Starlight Theatre this summer, consider checking out “75 Years of Oz” at the Crown Center Shops. This free, interactive exhibit, which runs through May 4 in the Showplace event space on Level 1 of Crown Center, celebrates the 75th anniversary of the release … Continued
Last month the Missouri Arts Council recognized Starlight Theatre’s blog as one on the top arts blogs in the state. The Arts Council searched the Missouri arts blogosphere using a set of criteria to narrow down the top blogs in the areas of artists, organizations, dedicated fans, travel experts and news media. “The reason Starlight … Continued
Blues-rock legends ZZ Top and electric guitar icon Jeff Beck will take the Starlight Theatre stage Aug. 23. The music legends are mutual admirers and are touring together for the first time. ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons, speaking on behalf of band mates Dusty Hill and Frank Beard, noted that Beck has been a source of … 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
Theatre industry veteran Rich Baker joined Starlight Theatre as President and CEO in mid-March. He recently took a few minutes to share some insights into his life, interests and initial impressions of Kansas City and Starlight. Q. After 27 years with the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, why Starlight? A. Although I truly loved my time at … Continued