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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
Starlight’s 70 for 70 Legacy Giving campaign is already on its way to securing 70 Legacy Society donors in honor of 70 years of Starlight by the end of 2021. Our Legacy Society members all have deep Starlight memories and a vested interest in keeping the Starlight tradition alive for generations to come. Want to … Continued
Earlier this year, donors like you stepped up in support of Starlight’s commitment to exceptional arts experiences, our ongoing community engagement initiatives, and our historic venue. Though much of the future is still uncertain, your continued generosity enables us to prepare for whatever lies ahead. This holiday season, why not give to the ones you love while giving back to your community with these unique gifts: Make a … Continued
Did you know? You can give back to Starlight with AmazonSmile! Every time you shop on Amazon, a portion of the purchase price will go directly to Starlight—at no additional cost to you! To set up AmazonSmile, simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/44-0552079 and select Starlight Theatre Association of Kansas City, Inc. as your charity of choice. … Continued
Now more than ever, donations are important to sustaining Starlight and its programs for generations to come. Your gift supports a number of Starlight initiatives and its operations. Ticket sales only cover part of Starlight’s annual operating costs—and, with the coronavirus pandemic, Starlight is estimated to lose nearly $4 million this year. Find out how … Continued
The holiday season is upon us, which for many means gift-giving, hosting, and readying the house for company. With so many products available on Amazon, you might be ordering quite a bit over the next few weeks! Did you know? Amazon makes it easy to donate to Starlight with the AmazonSmile program! With the AmazonSmile … Continued
Did you know? In addition to being one of only two remaining self-producing outdoor theatres in the country, Starlight has been a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization since 1951. Part of our mission is providing superior theatre arts education and impactful community outreach programs, and in 2019 Starlight was able to reach more than 25,000 people, including … Continued
On Saturday October 12, 2019, Starlight Theatre will hold its annual black tie benefit gala. This year’s gala is chaired by Bridget and John Murphy and honors the Elsberry Family with the Star Award for their leadership in the Kansas City community. Celebrating its 33rd year in 2019, Starlight’s annual benefit gala supports the historic … Continued
