Stomp, 2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series at Starlight Theatre

2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series ®

Presented by

INFINITI of Kansas City

INFINITI QX50

Welcome to Starlight!

We are thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, energy, and creativity with STOMP.

STOMP is not just a show; it’s an exhilarating experience that defies conventional performance. With its unique blend of percussion, movement, and visual comedy, STOMP transforms everyday objects into powerful instruments, creating an electrifying symphony of sounds and sights. Whether it’s brooms, garbage cans, or matchboxes, the performers of STOMP use them to craft a captivating auditory and visual feast that delights audiences of all ages.

We are delighted to present this internationally acclaimed production that has been entertaining and inspiring audiences around the globe for over two decades. STOMP’s universal appeal lies in its ability to communicate through the universal language of rhythm, proving that music truly is everywhere.

As you settle into your seats, prepare to be transported into a world where the mundane becomes magical and where the simplest items are brought to life with incredible creativity and skill. We invite you to immerse yourself in the energy and excitement that STOMP brings to the stage.

On behalf of everyone at Starlight, we thank you for your support and patronage. We hope you enjoy the show and leave with a renewed sense of wonder and rhythm in your heart.

Sit back, relax, and let the beat take over!

Warm regards,

Lindsey Rood-Clifford President + CEO

Published by THE INDEPENDENT MAGAZINE

Publisher Rachel Lewis Falcon Sales and Marketing ......................................... Christin Painter Graphic Design/Production .......... BurningStar Studios, LLC

STARLIGHT Consultants

V.P. of Marketing + Sales ...................... Bess Wallerstein Huff

Director of Marketing ............................................. Rachel Bliss

Graphic Designer ....................................................... Grace Linn

The Independent Magazine 2400 W. 75th St., Suite 120 | Prairie Village, KS 66208 The Starlight Theatre program guides are a publication of the Performing Arts Division of the Independent Magazine. Information in this publication was carefully compiled to ensure accuracy. However, the publisher does not assume responsibility for accuracy. Editorial program content was provided by Starlight Theatre. Copyright by the Independent Magazine. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without written permission of the publisher.

Kansas City’s newest home for state-of-the-art cancer care is here. The AdventHealth Cancer Institute offers everything patients need all in one place – including leading-edge technology with the first and only MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy in the KC region. Here, you’ll find a dedicated team that champions you, your cancer journey and the human spirit. Visit CancerCareKC.com to learn more.

2024-25 Starlight Board of Directors

Officers

Howard Cohen

Chair

Sabrina Wiewel

Vice Chair

Mark Fortino

Immediate Past Chair

Directors

Jeff Anthony

Denise Bade

Cathy Baier

Wendy Burgess

Jeff Carson

Joni Cobb

Michael Collins

Michael Condon

Toby Cook

Aviva Ajmera

Mark Coulter

Nikki Emison

Amy Guerich

Robert Hingula

Kevin Kelly

Monica Curls

Michelle Davidson

Bratcher

Jill Farrell

Anita B. Gorman

Lisa Hays

Richard Heise

Heather Jones

Tondee Lutterman

Ex-Officio Past Chairs

Charles W. Battey

Robert A. Bernstein

Dianne Cleaver

James D. Dawson

Steve Doyal

Peggy J. Dunn

Greg M. Graves

Shirley Bush Helzberg

Jack W. Kennedy

Michael F. Morrissey

Mike Lanning

Vanessa Vaughn West

Carey Wilkins

Robert Wolf

Ramsey Mohsen

Dr. Troy Nash

Dean Newton

Diane O’Byrne

Tempe Ostergren Elsberry

Emily Tilgner

Mark Van Dyne

John Murphy

Ora Reynolds

Carolyn Watley

W. Russell Welsh

We Invite You to Share in the Guest Experience

Volunteer as a Starlight Ambassador

Our Ambassadors serve as essential volunteers that support our guest experience services and assist with:

Usher Duties + Seating Guests

Guest Information Services

Horticulture + Groundskeeping

Ticket Scanning + Audience Assistance

Starlight’s volunteer Ambassadors have been a Kansas City legacy since 1959. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Starlight relies on the dedication of its Ambassadors to fulfill our mission of providing exceptional performing arts experiences. We invite you to help us preserve this KC entertainment tradition. Volunteering at Starlight Theatre provides a host of networking opportunities, invitations to events, and complimentary tickets to Broadway performances.

Please join us by sharing your time supporting one of Kansas City’s oldest performing arts venues. For more information about becoming a Starlight Ambassador, visit kcstarlight.com/volunteer or email our Volunteer Coordinator at ambassadors@kcstarlight.com.

Learn more about this $40 million campaign by scanning the QR code! DARE TO BE DIFFERENT WITH

Through capital improvements and new community programs, Starlight will continue to be the home for accessible live arts experiences for generations to come.

The City of Kansas City, Missouri

Hall Family Foundation

Levy Restaurants

Sunderland Foundation

The State of Missouri

Thank you to our donors of $1 million+ who have pledged their support to Uniquely KC!

• Jurassic Park TM in Concert

SEPTEMBER 20-22

• Dionne Warwick (One Night Only!) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

• Psycho TM in Concert OCTOBER 15-16

• Disney’s Hocus Pocus TM in Concert OCTOBER 25-27

• Fun Holiday Concerts for the entire family. NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER

NOW! (816) 471-0400

BY THE NUMBERS EACH YEAR

260,000+ guests visit Starlight Theatre.

100+ live performances occur including Broadway, Concerts, and other events.

200+ volunteers provide 5,700+ hours of service.

160 nonprofit organizations receive more than 13,000 free tickets to performances at Starlight Theatre through our Community Tickets program.

30,000+ people engage with community programs.

Starlight’s Bob Rohlf Internship Program offers college students the opportunity to work closely with theatre professionals in a variety of departments. Join us in welcoming students from the following universities!

This year Starlight partnered with The BrandLab, an organization who’s mission is to change the face and voice of the marketing and advertising industry. The BrandLab empowers young talent from Indigenous, Black, Brown, AAPI and Hispanic/Latinx backgrounds to launch sustainable careers in thriving workplaces of creativity, inclusivity, and belonging.

These paid summer internships are generously supported by proceeds from Starry Night at Starlight. For more information about Starry Night and how to make a donation, visit kcstarlight.com/starrynight.

Season ticket holders receive exclusive benefits including:

Tickets to five incredible Broadway performances.

The best available seat locations–guaranteed for every performance.

Price savings on season packages (up to 30% off single tickets prices).

The choice to customize your season ticket package. If you have seen a show already, or want to see something different, you can swap your ticket to another production for free.

Easy ticket exchanges. If your schedule changes, you can exchange your performance for another night for free with up to 24-hours’ notice.

Does it look like rain? Weatherproof your season by exchanging your seats to another performance of the same show.

Discounts on dining and concessions at Broadway shows (excludes alcohol).

First access to additional tickets in advance of the public.

Exclusive online pre-sale opportunities to popular concerts and other Starlight events.

Catherine Ariale as Lady, Morgan Scott as Star, and Ella Perez as Babe in THE CHER SHOW. Photo by Meredith Mashburn Photography.

WE VALUE YOUR OPINION

From purchasing tickets to curtain call and everything in between, guest experience is top priority at Starlight. Please take a moment to answer a brief survey by scanning the QR code below.

For completing this survey, you’ll be entered to win one of Starlight’s Charlie Hustle t-shirts ($36 value).

Capitol Federal Concert Series

Enjoy the ultimate concert experience with reserved seating in the first 23 rows at Starlight Theatre.

Benefits Include:

Reserved premium seating to concerts

Free reserved parking all season

Exclusive access to the Applause Club including:

Full bar

Live entertainment

Indoor and outdoor seating

Climate controlled space

Private restrooms

Access to buy additional tickets before the general public

Concierge service to other Starlight events

CONCERT SERIES MINI PACKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!

Pick the concerts that you want to go to! (Minimum of 3)

Plans start at $800 per seat.

Contact Jeff Miller, Director of Sales, at (816) 997-1124 or jeff.miller@kcstarlight.com

Check out the Capitol Federal Concert Series

SATURDAY, JULY 27 | 6 P.M. – MIDNIGHT

CO-CHAIRS

Andrea Boswell-Burns & J.J. Burns

Mark Moberly & Kerri Stowell

A gift of $100 to this annual fundraiser includes a ticket to the Saturday, July 27 performance of Shrek the Musical and features a pre-show party with food, open bar, live music, and a post-show dance party. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Funds raised from the event directly benefit Starlight’s Bob Rohlf Internship program, which provides paid summer internships.

For more information, please visit kcstarlight.com/starrynight

Text STARRYNIGHT to 44-321 to donate

ALL-STARS

A round of applause for the 2024 Starry Night at Starlight All-Stars who are raising money in support of this year’s event. Scan the QR code to support your favorite All-Star’s campaign!

Andrea Boswell-Burns & J.J. Burns Hula Hoop KC | Dollar, Burns, Becker, & Hershewe

Isaac Caverly Polsinelli

Kamera Meaney & Stef Seger University Health KC | Meta

Sara Armer Thrive KW Kansas City

Christina Hager Crux KC

Garrett Pfau Landmark National Bank

Mark Moberly & Kerri Stowell Sunflower Development Group | Fox4KC

Beth & Rob Collins Kansas City Business Journal | Fox4

Alan Moore JE Dunn Construction

Stephanie Atkinson American Century Investments

Kristen & Tyler Harrelson HOK | Centric

Jackie & Michael Sloop Sloop Family Dental

Brett & Megan Alexander Actor | Alexander Potter Homes

Enjoli Gavin-Rudd & Josh Rudd Balloonista | Multi Tech Reps

Tim Moore Turner Construction

Bryan Blaney & Amy Strasburg Lockton

Nick Hinrichs & Tiffany Meairs Hinrichs & Scott Law Firm | Andrew McMeel Universal

Denise & Nicole Yates Yates & Yates Co.

Since 2006, Starlight has proudly awarded Vincent Legacy Scholarships to middle school students throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Established with a generous contribution from longtime Starlight supporters Greg and Rebecca Reid, the scholarships provide BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) youth with funds to pursue professional training and experience the life-expanding possibilities of the performing arts.

Please help us congratulate this year’s recipients!

Kamea Richardson

Sumner Academy of Arts & Science

“I really enjoy performing things with other people because it allows me to get to know the other person better and to be able to play a completely different person on stage. I love getting to express myself through theatre because it allows me to show off my creative side and my skills when it comes to public speaking.”

Khamya Witt

Arrowhead Middle School

“I personally find musical theatre to be the most interesting of the performing arts simply because in one scene you can channel all your characters emotions into a powerful meaningful song and have fun at the same time.”

Meila Ashman

Lincoln College Preparatory Middle School

“This scholarship would allow me to take my dance experience and knowledge to the next level. It would support my passion for ballet and contemporary dance.”

Shaniya Collins Paul Kinder Middle School

“I am excited to learn new techniques that help me perfect my craft and allow me to learn more about the performing arts as a whole, as I am excited to learn all that I can from the best professionals in the city.”

Siobhan Davis

Walden Middle School

“While going through middle school, my ultimate goal is to have fun while simply enjoying what I love to do–being on stage performing! When I see actresses who look like me, it inspires me and reminds me that I can be successful just like them while doing something that I love. One of my personal goals is to someday be able to be that same inspiration for other little brown girls who love singing, acting, and dancing.”

Celebrating generations of Pride.

AARP believes in celebrating the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community across all generations. That’s why we offer tools, programs and services to help you get the most out of your fabulous life. We all want to live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. AARP is committed to creating a new vision of aging for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families and allies—one focused on equity and inclusion and complete with diverse experiences, powerful stories, and innovative ways for everyone to pursue their passions— joyfully, openly and proudly!

Get to know us at aarp.org/pride

STARLIGHT THEATRE ASSOCIATION OF KANSAS CITY presents the 2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series

BANG! Theatricals

Harriet Newman Leve James D. Stern Morton Wolkowitz Schuster/Maxwell Gallin/Sandler Markley/Manocherian

present

Created and Directed by

Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas

Jude Caminos, Dilian Cantrell, Micah Cowher, John Gavin, Declan Hayden, Madeline Jafari, Jasmine Joyner, Cary Lamb Jr., Jayme Overton Sean Perham, Ivan Salazar, Cade Slattery

Lighting by Steve McNicholas and Neil Tiplady

US Rehearsal Director Production Manager Fiona Wilkes Ricardo De Arruda Camargo

General Manager Associate Producer Roberta Roberts Fred Bracken

Executive Producers

Richard Frankel Productions / Marc Routh / Alan Schuster / Aldo Scrofani

STOMP IS PERFORMED WITHOUT INTERMISSION.

THE USE OF ANY CAMERA, RECORDING DEVICES OR LASER POINTERS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

STOMP WEBSITE: http://www.stomponline.com

STOMP, a unique combination of percussion, movement and visual comedy, was created in Brighton, UK, in the summer of 1991. It was the result of a ten-year collaboration between its creators, Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas.

They first worked together in 1981, as members of the street band Pookiesnackenburger and the theatre group Cliff Hanger. Together, these groups presented a series of street comedy musicals at the Edinburgh Festival throughout the early ‘80s. After two albums, a UK TV series and extensive touring throughout Europe, Pookiesnackenburger also produced the highly acclaimed “Bins” commercial for Heineken lager.

The piece was originally written and choreographed by Luke as part of the band’s stage show; it proved to be the starting point for STOMP’s climactic dustbin dance.

In 1986, Luke and Steve created an eight-minute ‘percussive movie’ for Bette Midler’s HBO special Mondo Beyondo. Between 1987 and 1990, Luke staged, as Artistic and Musical Director, four large-scale outdoor events, including “Beat the Clyde”, which involved floating a drum orchestra on a pontoon in the centre of Glasgow; the largest of these events, “The Heineken Hove Lagoon Show”, involved a 120-piece drum orchestra featuring the Brighton Festival Chorus and a full orchestral string section.

In 1991, Steve and Luke first created STOMP, previewing at London’s Bloomsbury Theatre and premiering at the Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh, where it became The Guardian’s “Critics’ Choice” and won The Daily Express “Best of the Fringe Award”

Between 1991 and 1994, the original cast of STOMP played to capacity audiences around the world: from Hong Kong to Barcelona, from Dublin to Sydney. The touring culminated in a sell-out season at London’s Sadler’s Wells Theatre in January 1994, where STOMP received an Olivier nomination for Best Entertainment and won Best Choreography in a West End Show.

An expanded version of STOMP, involving up to 30 cast members, was originally created for the Brighton Festival, UK, and was subsequently presented in Melbourne, Australia. It was most recently seen in September 1995, open-air, at the Acropolis in Athens and at the Royal Festival Hall, London. This production broke all box office records, which had been established by Frank Sinatra in 1972.

STOMP began its run at the Orpheum Theatre in New York in February 1994 and quickly went on to win both an Obie and a Drama Desk Award for Most Unique Theatre Experience. By the summer of 1994, the first American cast was in place at the Orpheum, freeing the original cast for sell-out tours of North America and Japan.

In the summer of 1995, two more American productions were created for the sole purpose of US touring, which continues to this day. US casts have also debuted STOMP in Chile, Brazil and Korea. Meanwhile, a fifth STOMP company, also touring from the UK, was formed in 1997 and has consistently toured the world ever since. This company presented STOMP for the first time in Scandinavia and South Africa, and has been a regular visitor to Germany, Holland and France. Another STOMP production opened in San Francisco in May 2000, running for two and a half years.

The original cast of STOMP have recorded music for the Tank Girl movie soundtrack and appeared on the Quincy Jones album, Q’s Jook Joint. A soundtrack recorded by Steve and Luke for the Showtime movie Riot was released in the spring of 1997. STOMP has also featured in a number of commercials, including Coca-Cola’s “Ice Pick” and numerous spots for both Target stores in the US and Toyota in Japan.

STOMP also created the Mr Frears’ Ears series of short films created for Nickelodeon, whilst Brooms, a 15-minute short based around the opening routine, was nominated for an Academy Award. “Brooms” was also selected for screening at Robert Redford’s Sundance Festival and for competition at the Cannes Film Festival.

STOMP made a special appearance at the Academy Awards in March 1996, with an original piece involving the live synchronization of classic film clips and onstage action, featuring 20 performers from all five productions.

In the summer of 1997, Steve and Luke created and directed STOMP OUT LOUD, a 45-minute television special for HBO, which combined stage material with new pieces created for TV. It was premiered in the USA in December 1997 and subsequently received four Emmy nominations, for direction, sound mixing, multicamera editing and art direction. 1998 saw the release of the STOMP OUT LOUD video and DVD around the world. Another unique blend of live action and film footage was created for the Emmy Awards, in which STOMP effectively performed with Spike Jones!

STOMP performed after midnight on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial at US President Clinton’s millennium celebrations. During 2000, a Sesame Street special, “Let’s Make Music”, a collaboration between STOMP and the Muppets, was released on TV and video in North America.

Luke and Steve began production of their IMAX movie Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey in Brazil during Carnival 2000 and completed it in the summer of 2002. Pulse takes the IMAX audience on a spectacular global journey, featuring performances from Kodo, Timbalada and Eva Yerbabuena. It was released to critical acclaim in New York in the autumn of 2002, and went on to win two major awards at the International Festival of La Géode in Paris.

In September 2002, STOMP finally entered London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre, and later that year STOMP performed as part of The Royal Variety Show for the second time.

2003 saw a new STOMP production open at the Stuart Street Theatre in Boston and a unique Dolby Digital trailer featuring STOMP performances debuted in cinemas across the globe.

In 2004, New York celebrated 10 years of continuous performances of STOMP at the Orpheum Theatre by renaming 2nd Avenue at 8th Street Stomp Avenue.

In addition to the European tour, in 2005 STOMP returned to Tokyo for three weeks and also toured to Hong Kong, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur

In 2006, STOMP’s New York production passed its 5,000th performance mark. In the same year, Luke and Steve directed a public service announcement for television called “Stomp Out Litter”, which featured the cast ‘sweeping up’ at iconic locations in the five boroughs.

In addition, they were commissioned to create and produce The Lost and Found Orchestra, which takes the ideas behind STOMP to a symphonic level, in celebration of 40 years of the Brighton Festival. The LFO subsequently performed at the Sydney Opera House as part of the Sydney Festival early in 2007, was seen at the Royal Festival Hall in London at Christmas 2008 and the Theater Carré in February 2009.

In 2007, STOMP OUT LOUD opened in Las Vegas at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino with an expanded cast and performed inside a new $28 million theatre, specifically created for the production. The West End entered its 6th consecutive year with a move from the Vaudeville to the Ambassadors Theatre

In 2008, STOMP returned to its roots for a new DVD shoot at the Brighton Dome, bringing together a cast from all over the STOMP world. For the first time, the entire show has been captured in high-definition sound and video. 2008 also saw Steve and Luke expand into new areas with the release of their IMAX 3D nature documentary Wild Ocean, with a symphonic mix of percussion and traditional orchestra in the soundtrack. In September of the same year, Wild Ocean won two awards at the Giant Screen Cinema Association for Best Sound and Best Original Score at their annual conference held in New York

The Lost and Found Orchestra reunited in 2010 for a new show, PANDEMONIUM, which appeared in several US cities throughout the autumn.

In 2011 the New York production of STOMP entered its eighteenth year, trouncing the Orpheum house record set by Little Shop of Horrors. It also entered its tenth year in the West End at the Ambassadors Theatre, whilst at the same time Steve and Luke continued with their 3D film work. 2012 has seen the release of The Last Reef 3D, a film about the beauty and the plight of reefs worldwide. As with Wild Ocean, Luke and Steve composed the film’s orchestral soundtrack, recording it at The Old Market Theatre in their hometown of Brighton & Hove in the UK. They have also celebrated the one year anniversary of The Old Market Theatre, which, having renovated it back in 2011, they now run as a full time venue, bringing music, theatre, dance, comedy and visual arts to the UK’s south coast.

Most recently, in August 2012, the largest ever assembly of STOMP performers (40 performers from 12 different countries) were brought together for a specifically choreographed appearance in the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

STOMP was created with the original U.K. cast: Luke Cresswell, Nick Dwyer, Sarah Eddy, Theseus Gerard, Fraser Morrison, David Olrod, Carl Smith and Fiona Wilkes.

JUDE CAMINOS (Performer) is a music director and musician based in Brooklyn, NY. He is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, where he majored in percussion performance and music education, with a minor in Drama. He moved to NYC in 2021 and has since been a freelance artist, preschool teacher, and children’s music performer. In Summer 2022, he music-directed “Lizzie: The Musical” at Southern Plains Productions. He has since music-directed and performed in various cabarets across NYC. I am endlessly grateful for this opportunity! Thank you to my family, friends, and especially my girlfriend for their undying support and love!

DILIAN CANTRELL (Performer) is a classically trained technical and street dancer out of Stamford CT in America. He has trained and been mentored by Jimmy Locust. Studying Giordano jazz technique since a young age Dilian was able to learn the structure, maturity, technique, and professionalism that it takes to be a dancer and performer. He has performed across the tri state area in private performing art festivals, parades, charity events, and competitions. He is beyond thrilled to be a part of the cast of STOMP and can’t wait to share his love for dance and music with everyone.

MICAH COWHER (Performer) is a New York native with a passion for all things rhythm. Growing up playing drums, Micah went on to major in music education at NYU-Steinhardt before studying musical theatre and dance at AMDA. Since then, he’s been fortunate enough to tour the world acting and drumming in various musicals and rock bands. Favorite theatre credits include Rock of Ages, Shrek the Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, Footloose, and Bayside the Musical. Current band/producing projects include @nightwithoutcars, @theduderanch, and @thealicevalentine. When not performing, Micah teaches percussion and tap dance at Dance Molinari while also managing his entertainment company, Imperial Entertainment NYC. @micah.cowher

JOHN GAVIN (Performer) is an in demand drummer and percussionist based out of Brooklyn, NY. Originally from Florida, he has performed as a musician for the Walt Disney Company at their theme parks across the United States. Recently, he has performed and recorded with the ska-rock group Streetlight Manifesto and played percussion on the soundtrack of the film, CAM. John would like to thank his friends and family for the unending support and every teacher who has shared their knowledge. He holds a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Music from New York University.

DECLAN HAYDEN (Performer) is a musician from Cincinnati, OH who holds a BM in Percussion Performance and Music Education from UC-CCM. He has had past engagements with groups such as the Kentucky and Springfield Symphony Orchestras, and at events like PASIC and SICPP. Performing with STOMP is a dream achieved, and he is incredibly grateful to his family, friends, and teachers for their unwavering support. Find him at www.declanhayden.com.

MADELINE JAFARI (Performer) is a contemporary dancer based in New York City. She was raised in Austin, TX and found her love of rhythm and movement at Tapestry Dance Co. As a freelance dance artist, her work has included dancing for Netta Yerushalmy, Steeledance, Shannon Gillen, and Giada Matteini. She holds a BFA in Dance from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. This is for you, Grandma.

JASMINE JOYNER (Performer) is a performer from Queens, NY who has studied dance all of her life. She started out in her hometown family dance studio called Jenn’s Studio 1. She received her Bachelors in Dance from SUNY Fredonia. As a professional dancer, she has performed in many dance ensembles, theater production of Cabaret, and Debbie Allen’s Dance Academy summer intensives. She is grateful STOMP has given her opportunities to fulfill her hopes and dreams. Special thanks to her family and friends for being her biggest supporters.

CARY LAMB JR. (Performer) is a dance artist from Long Island, New York who has studied percussive movement and rhythms all his life. Starting as a tap dancer he fell in love with the classic performance styles of Fred Astaire, Gregory Hines and Sammy Davis Jr. He's tap danced for the New York Mets, the Brooklyn Nets, and the Apollo Theatre while also recognized by artists such as Missy Elliot, Chance the Rapper, and Trinidad James for his unique blend of tap and hip-hop. STOMP has only elevated Cary’s love for movement and organic rhythms. He is known by his family and friends as the man, the myth, the Magician! For more of his magic, follow his work @carylambjr

JAYME OVERTON (Performer) is from Williamsburg, VA and received a degree in therapeutic recreation at St. Joseph’s University in 2023. She has trained in various styles of dance but found her love for tap dance at age 10. Now a New York City resident, she has been fortunate enough to attend several dance intensive festivals, such as the tap dance program at The School at Jacob’s Pillow, and perform in shows under the direction of Michelle Dorrance, Dormeshia, Derick K. Grant, and many more. Jayme was a member of the final cast of STOMP NYC. She is so grateful to be a part of STOMP and create music with her fellow artists.

SEAN PERHAM (Performer) is a comedian, drummer, and actor from New York. He attended the College for Music Education at Fredonia State University and received his Bachelors in Music Education, continuing on to get his Masters of Music Performance at New York University. During that time, he traveled the world playing music and was fortunate enough to play the stages of Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and others. After graduating, Sean was a full-time music teacher while also pursuing his acting/comedy career. It’s a dream come true to be a cast member of STOMP. @Seanperhamisme.

IVAN SALAZAR (Performer) From Tecate, Baja California, Mexico. Buoyed by his passion for movement and music his whole life, he joined Chris Rubio's percussion movement group and has performed throughout Southern California, from street corners to stadiums. Special thanks to Carlos Sigala, Chris Rubio, and Massapê for the inspiration and fundamentals.

CADE SLATTERY (Performer) Originally from San Diego, Cade joined a percussion motivational performance group called Jr. Crew in 2006 run by Chris Rubio, formerly of STOMP, which sparked his love for the show. He is extremely grateful to be part of the STOMP family. He thanks Sophie, Mom and Dad, Chris, his best friends Alex and Suco, and Uncle Paul. Outside of STOMP, Cade creates electronic music. Find out more at https://soundcloud.com/cade-slattery

LUKE CRESSWELL (Director) is a self-taught percussionist from Brighton. His session work as a drummer and rhythm programmer includes Beats International, Bette Midler, Elvis Costello, and Bryan Ferry. After working for several years as a street musician and performer, he first created STOMP in 1991. He has directed,

with Steve McNicholas, several award-winning commercials and short films. He received an Oscar® nomination for the film “Brooms”, an Emmy® nomination for STOMP OUT LOUD, and co-directed the award-winning IMAX movie, Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey. He has also received a special achievement award from the Chicago Human Rhythm Project. More recently, Luke co-created the Lost and Found Orchestra and the Vegas production of STOMP OUT LOUD and also codirected the 3D IMAX movie Wild Ocean. Luke occasionally performs with STOMP, and is currently conductor of the LFO.

STEVE McNICHOLAS (Director), from Yorkshire, has worked as an actor/singer/musician/writer with various theatrical and musical groups, starting out with the Bradford Theatre Group in 1973. Through the ’80s he worked with Cliff Hanger, Covent Garden Community Theatre, and Pookiesnackenburger. Despite also being an original member of the a cappella group the Flying Pickets, and a final appearance in Mr. Bean, Steve no longer performs. He shares directorial credits with Luke Cresswell on STOMP-based films and commercials, and their new show, the Lost and Found Orchestra. With Luke, he composed the soundtrack to the Showtime movie, Riot, and shares the Oscar® and Emmy® nominations for his work on Brooms and STOMP OUT LOUD, and co-directed the award-winning IMAX movie, Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey. Steve also co-created the LFO and codirected the 3D IMAX movie Wild Ocean, released worldwide in 2008.

FGTM / Roberta Roberts (General Management) Richard Frankel and Roberta Roberts have been working together for the past 10 years in New York and on tour in the U.S. Shows general managed by Richard Frankel Productions and FGTM include STOMP, Smokey Joe’s Café, The Sound of Music, The Weir, Swing!, The Producers, Hairspray, Little Shop of Horrors, Sweeney Todd, Company, Young Frankenstein, Gypsy, The Norman Conquests, Finian’s Rainbow, Burn the Floor, A Little Night Music, The Rocky Horror Show, Forever Tango, Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays, Necessary Targets, Old Jews Telling Jokes, Murder Ballad, Los Monólogos de la Vagina, Lennon: Through a Glass Onion and Flashdance Richard and his partners Tom Viertel and Steve Baruch own and operate 54 Below, Broadway’s supper club.

BANG! THEATRICALS (Producer) is a company whose principals are Richard Frankel, Alan Schuster and Aldo Scrofani. They, along with the late Gary McAvay, have been the producers, managers and touring executives of STOMP since they premiered the show in North America in 1994. Their collective professional experience in the theatre totals 190 years.

HARRIET NEWMAN LEVE Broadway: four-time Tony award winning producer: Anastasia; Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; An American in Paris; Hedwig and the Angry Inch; Of Mice and Men; Ann; One Man Two Guvnors; War Horse; Norman Conquests; Mountaintop; La Cage Aux Folles; A Little Night Music; 39 Steps; Diary of Anne Frank; Crucible; Hedda Gabler; Lieutenant of Inishmore; Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. Off Broadway: Beebo Brinker Chronicles; Family Secrets; Shockheaded Peter; Necessary Targets; Communicating Doors. She is a member of The Broadway League and was on the Board of Directors of New York Stage and Film for four years.

JAMES D. STERN CEO of Endgame Entertainment. Has produced or directed over 50 shows or movies including Broadway: A Little Night Music, Hairspray, The Producers, Legally Blonde, and STOMP. Film: An Education, Every Little Step,

It’s the Rage, Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey, Michael Jordan to the Max, Proof, Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle, I’m Not There.

MORTON WOLKOWITZ Theatrical Producing Credits: Donnybrook, music and lyrics by Johnny Burke; The Enemy Is Dead starring Linda Lavin; My Astonishing Self, starring Donal Donally; The Unexpected Man, by Yasmina Reza starring Alan Bates and Eileen Atkins; From Door to Door by James Sherman; One Shot One Kill by Richard Vetere; Tryst by Karoline Leach, directed by Joe Brancato; STOMP OUT LOUD in Las Vegas. He is managing part of “Suitz LLC” with Richard Sudock and Michael Wolkowitz. He has enjoyed success in the industrial and financial worlds and is former Chairman and current Director of Key Energy Services, Inc. He is married to the actress Anita Keal.

MITCHELL MAXWELL has produced six Broadway shows, twenty-one OffBroadway shows, four national tours, three West End shows, and five feature films. His shows have won the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Obie Awards and his long-running Off-Broadway hit, Dinner With Friends by Donald Margulies, was the recipient of the 2000 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

SUSAN QUINT GALLIN / SUKI SANDLER Productions include Desperately Seeking Susan (London, opening November 2007); Spamalot; STOMP (NY & tour); Woman Before A Glass; The Retreat From Moscow; Man Of La Mancha (2002 Revival); The Shape Of Things; Hedda Gabler (2001 Broadway); Fully Committed; Cowgirls; Angels In America; From The Mississippi Delta; The Rothschilds (Revival); Other People's Money; Burn This; The Cryptogram (London).

DAN MARKLEY Producing credits include Irving Berlin's White Christmas, High Fidelity, Family Secrets (rev.), Vagina Monologues, Lifegame, Damn Yankees, On The Waterfront, Oleanna, and Jeffrey (film), with Alison Sheehy, Sarah, Hayden and Sander.

JENNIFER MANOCHERIAN Broadway credits include Spring Awakening; The Little Dog Laughed; Caroline, or Change; Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom; Thoroughly Modern Millie; The Crucible; Jane Eyre, the musical; and The Kentucky Cycle. Off Broadway: Berkshire Village Idiot; STOMP; Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh; Showing Off; Palace of Amateurs. Film: Family Blues, which she also co-wrote.

FRED BRACKEN (Associate Producer) first saw STOMP in Australia and resolved to see it performed in New York. Mr. Bracken works for CNN.

RICHARD FRANKEL PRODUCTIONS / MARC ROUTH (Executive Producers) Richard Frankel and Marc Routh have been producing and general managing shows together since 1985. Some of their productions include Young Frankenstein, Hairspray, Gypsy, and STOMP in New York, and STOMP OUT LOUD in Las Vegas, Sweeney Todd on tour, Little Shop of Horrors in London as well as a UK tour of The Producers and The King and I and SpongeBob SquarePants Live in Asia. With their partners Tom Viertel and Steve Baruch they have produced some 60 additional musicals and plays in New York, London, and in Asia, including Back to the Future, Company, Sweeney Todd, Little Shop of Horrors, Swing, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Penn and Teller, Driving Miss Daisy, Love Letters, Smokey Joe's Cafe, and Angels in America.

ALAN J. SCHUSTER (Executive Producer) has operated the Orpheum, Minetta Lane, Union Square, 2nd Avenue and The Cherry Lane Theatres in New York and The Royal George Complex in Chicago. He built 37 Arts the home to the Baryshnikov Arts Center and the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. He has produced over 25 productions including STOMP OUT LOUD, Key Exchange, Mamet's Oleanna, Marvin’s Room, Jeffrey, Vita and Virginia and Shockheaded Peter

ALDO SCROFANI (Executive Producer) is Currently the Chief Operating Officer of the Apollo Theater Foundation which includes the iconic Apollo Theater. Founding producer of STOMP. President and CEO of Theatre Management Associates, Inc. COO of Columbia Artists Theatricals (18 years). Executive VP of Jujamcyn Theatres (13 years). Over 100 productions including: Gone With The Wind, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Chita Rivera: The Dancer’s Life, Lovemusik, Elaine Stritch At Liberty, Noise/Funk, Tap Dogs, Sunset Boulevard, Carousel, Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, City of Angels, Grand Hotel, M. Butterfly, Jelly’s Last Jam, Into The Woods, Gypsy, Big River, My One and Only, and Dracula.

STAFF FOR STOMP

GENERAL MANAGEMENT

FGTM

Richard Frankel Roberta Roberts

COMPANY MANAGER

Carla Marie Rugg

GENERAL PRESS REPRESENTATIVE BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN

Chris Boneau Jackie Green

TOUR PRESS REPRESENTATIVE

C MAJOR MARKETING & PUBLICITY

Catherine Major

Production Manager .............................................. Ricardo de Arruda Camargo

Assistant Company Manager .............................................. George Finley-Pyle

Production Carpenter ……………………………………………………Mark Miller

Lighting Director........................................................................... Brian Claggett

Production Props .......................................................................... Austin Huehn

Production Electrician ...………………………………………….. Andrew Hildner

Production Sound .................................................................. Steve J. Reynolds

Associate General Manager……………………………….……………. Shelley Little

Controller Galbraith & Co./Amanda Hayek

Assistant to Mr. Frankel .............................................................. Stephanie Lazard

Information Technology Manager ........................................................... Ben Bigby

Set Dresser Stacey-Jo Marine

Photographers

Marc Bryan-Brown, Steve McNicholas, Lois Greenfield

........................................................................... Jun-Ichi Takahashi, Harry Pocius

Legal Counsel.......................................................................... S. Jean Ward, Esq.

Insurance ................................................................................. DeWitt Stern Group Risk Management Underwriters, Inc.

Accounting ......................................... Adam Hoffman, Hoffman & Bentovim CPA’s

Travel & Housing ............................................ Road Rebel Entertainment Touring

Payroll Services ................................................................... Stratus Solutions PEO Payroll Data Processing, LLC

Merchandising Marquee Merchandise, Inc./Matt Murphy

Physical Therapy ......................................... NEURO TOUR Physical Therapy, Inc

Physical Therapist ................................................................ Brooke Harmon, DPT

Medical Director Charles Garten, MD

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Original production presented by Yes/No People in association with Glynis Henderson and Loretta Sacco. STOMP's exclusive agent and general inquiries: Loretta Sacco, c/o Yes/No Productions, N1 Offices, The Old Market, 11A Upper Market Street, Hove BN3 1AS Tel: 011.44.127.371.1151

Credits

Designed by Yes/No Productions, Ltd.; Trucking by Janco; Scenery built by Light & Sound Design; Zippo lighters courtesy of Zippo Manufacturing Corp.; “Super Big Gulp” cups courtesy of Southland Corp.; Ski boots by Rossignol Ski Co.

Special Thanks

More Merchandising/George Fenmore; Brad Bauner; Paul J. Botchis; David W. Caldwell; Sarah Eddy; E. Maria Flotta; Theseus Gerard; Fraser Morrison; Niclas Nagler; Jason Pelusio; Carl Smith; Joe Watson; Fiona Wilkes; Derek Worley

ROAD TO THE JIMMY AWARDS

The National High School Musical Theatre Awards™ (the Jimmy Awards) celebrate the best of the best in high school musical theatre from across the nation. Each year, Starlight sends two Blue Star Award winners to New York City to compete.

MIA CABRERA-DAVILA

Mia Cabrera-Davila performed as Cady Heron in Mean Girls: High School Version. A recent graduate from Blue Valley Southwest High School, Mia auditioned with “Stupid With Love” from Mean Girls and “Breathe” from In the Heights.

In 2024, she received the Blue Star Award for Performer in a Lead Role, Tier I. Mia has lived in four different countries and loves baking bread in her free time.

PETER DESSERT

Peter Dessert performed as Chad in All Shook Up. A recent graduate from Bishop Miege High School, Peter auditioned with “I Don’t Want To” from All Shook Up and “I Love Betsy” from Honeymoon in Vegas.

In 2023, Peter received the Blue Star Award for Actor in a Supporting Role. His Broadway idol is Brian d’Arcy James. He dabbles in beat boxing and has been a mathlete.

Presented by Sponsored by

SHARE OUR SPOTLIGHT

We engage, equip, and empower volunteer leaders with the tools they need to address the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities in their neighborhoods and community. Center For Neighborhoods utilizes an asset-based community development (ABCD) methodology, which works to build communities from the inside out.

The Center for Neighborhoods at UMKC provides leadership training, organizational development, applied urban planning research, and technical assistance to neighborhood organizations and their leaders.

GROUP THEME NIGHTS

Are you looking to add to your fun at Starlight? This season, take advantage of any of our pre-show theme nights. Enjoy fun activities and great Broadway shows at a discount. Attend solo, or even better, attend with a group!

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 | STOMP

Calling all music enthusiasts and supporters of young talent! Join us for a special evening at STOMP as we shine a spotlight on the vibrant and dynamic high school bands from our local community with “Band Night.”

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 | DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID

Dive into the magic of this “Under the Sea Night” equipped with fun photo opportunities, games, face painting and more! This is a family event with fun for all ages before attending the beloved Broadway musical Disney’s The Little Mermaid!

SUNDAY, JULY 28 | SHREK THE MUSICAL

Step into the world of Far Far Away with “Fairytale Night” at Starlight! Take pictures with all your favorite fairytale creatures and play medieval themed games. Enjoy it with the whole family before attending Shrek The Musical.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7 | COME FROM AWAY

Join us for a heartfelt celebration of kindness, unity, and the power of human connection at “I Love KC Night” during Come From Away! Step into this heartwarming story inspired by true events, where strangers become friends and a small town in Newfoundland opens its arms to the world. Wear your KC merch as we celebrate our hometown!

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21 | WEST SIDE STORY

Attend a pre-show arts exhibition exclusively displaying local artists from the Latino community. Take a stroll around Starlight’s campus and take in the many diverse talents KC has to offer! Afterward, enjoy the Broadway classic West Side Story featuring more local talent.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21 | PETER PAN

Join us for an enchanting evening as we soar to new heights and embark on a journey to the magical world of Neverland during our “Take Off to Neverland Night!” Take pictures with Peter Pan’s favorite sidekick Tinker Bell, face painting, and more before enjoying the magic of the Broadway show, Peter Pan.

For more information, visit kcstarlight.com/themenights

WhereKC plays

JOIN THE FUN!

The American Royal is celebrating its prominent 125-year legacy of food and agriculture events and educational programs in 2024.

The American Royal is sharing and honoring its 125-year heritage through meaningful partnerships and events with other Kansas City-based vendors, including the Boulevard Brewing Company, Charlie Hustle, The Coterie Theater, Hyer Boots, J. Rieger & Co., Sav-Art, Sierra Winter Jewelry and Sporting Kansas City.

SCAN THE QR CODE TO FIND OUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS AND WAYS TO GET INVOLVED IN OUR ANNIVERSARY YEAR.

You Live ... You Learn ... You Lead.

Serve with City Year Kansas City!

Serving as a City Year AmeriCorps member, you’ll get to know students who have the strength and desire to offer so much to the world but don’t always have access to the resources they need to achieve their goals. You will work as part of a diverse team of mentors and tutors, partnering with teachers to create learning environments where all students can thrive, while developing valuable career skills for your future.

Single tickets and sponsorships are available online. Scan the QR code to learn more or visit kcstarlight.com/gala.

DON & JEAN WAGNER

PRESENTED BY

PRESENTING ACCESSIBLE ARTS FOR ALL AGES

Starlight broke ground on the Performances for Young Audiences series this spring with The Boy Who Cried Wolf and GRIMMZ Fairy Tales. Through highly visual and physical storytelling, these productions are written specifically to appeal to young imaginations.

In addition to public performances, 2,500 elementary students enjoyed the wonder of live theatre – in an environment tailored just for them – at no cost to school partners.

“For many students, this was their first live performance. They were highly engaged, and their eyes and ears were with the actors the entire time!”

-Teacher, Westridge Elementary

When you donate to Starlight’s Annual Gala, you support accessible arts programs like this. With every step forward, we’re Breaking Ground.

STARLIGHT DONORS

Howard E. and Debra L. Cohen

Family Donor Advised Fund

Ann & Gary Dickinson Family

Charitable Foundation

Harry Wilson Loose Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee

Mike O’Connell & Sara Hicks

Jackson County, Missouri

Kearney Wornall Foundation

Aviva Ajmera & Wayne Strickland

Bill & Denise Bade

June Beaver

Matt & Kate Beem

Robert & Dr. Phyliss Bernstein

The Deramus Foundation

Steve & Sue Dietze

Donald J. Hall

Shirley & Barnett Helzberg Jr.

Marion & Henry Bloch

Family Foundation

Morgan Charitable Foundation

Muriel McBrien Kauffman

Family Foundation

State of Missouri

The Patrick and Janna Stueve

Family Foundation

$10,000+

Donor Advisory Fund of the Jewish Community Foundationvof Greater Kansas City

J.B. Reynolds Foundation

J.C. Nichols Company

Charitable Trust

Jeannette and Jerome Cohen

Philanthropic Fund of the Jewish Community

Foundation of Greater Kansas City

Mary Lockton & Michael Murphy

The McDonnell Foundation

Jonalee & Paul McLaughlin

Edward P. Milbank

Morgan Family Legacy Foundation

Lindsey Rood-Clifford & Chris Clifford

Anna C MacAskill Schwab & Dwight L Schwab Sr Foundation

Byron & Jeanne Thompson Family & Country Club Bank

Don & Jean Wagner Charitable Foundation

Nancy Whitworth & Doug Ballou

Carey & Tom Wilkins

ROB & AMY WOLF

STARLIGHT DONORS

$5,000+

Daniel & Janelle Benninghoff

Commerce Bank

Concord Country Club Bank

Joseph Dunn

ECCO Select

The Elsberry Family Foundation

Nikki & Brett Emison

Enterprise Bank & Trust

Sherry & Gary Forsee

A.L. Huber - General

Contractors

American Century Investments

Peggy & Rich Baker

Jon Ball

Ellen & Lee Baty

Becky Blades & Cary Phillips

Wendy & Troy Burgess

Jeff & Deanna Burns

CBIZ Benefits & Insurance

Services of Kansas City

The City of Kansas City, Missouri

Condon Family Foundation

Jill & Marshall Dean

Deloitte

Steve & Cathy Doyal

Peggy & Terry Dunn

Elaine Feld Stern

Charitable Trust

EY

Everhance

Jill Farrell

GastingerWalker&

David & Laura Hall

Don Hall, Jr.

Hallmark

Marlys & Michael Haverty

Trina & Tom Henke

Joan Horan

Ingram Family Foundation

Kansas City Parks & Recreation

Mark One Electric Co., Inc.

$2,500+

Mark & Sarah Fortino

Donald & Diantha Hagan

Rick Halstead

Robert Harrington

Charles Herbster

Augie & Laura Huber

Howard & Ro Jacobson

Kansas City Testing & Engineering

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation

Kevin & Dianne Kelly

Tony & Teresa Kempf

Kissick Construction

Marilyn Kulmus & John Shoenhair

The Lang Family

Liberty Park LLC

Priscilla & Bruce Long

Heather Jones & Bryan Long

Mary Elizabeth Martin

Scholarship Trust US Bank

N.A., Trustee

Monarch Build

Jan & Lee Morevitska

Darlia & David Morris

Dean & Anita Newton

NextPage

Olsson

Bill & Sandra Snyder

Strickland Construction

Sunlighten

Tom & Loren Whittaker

Matt & Monica McLaughlin

McCown Family Foundation

Meierotto Jewelers

Diane O’Byrne

Pepsi Beverages Company

Chuck & Karen Peters

ReeceNichols Real Estate

Daniel & Nan Schaper

Stepp & Rothwell, Inc.

Donna Thomason

R. Gordon Tompkins

The Trudy Foundation

Truman Medical Centers/University Health

Turner Construction Company

UMB Financial Corporation

Mark & LeeAnn Van Dyne

Debbie & Russell Welsh

Cynthia Wymore

This list reflects donors who made a $2,500+ gift to any Starlight campaign between August 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024. We apologize for any errors or omissions. To review the list of all Starlight donors, visit kcstarlight.com/starlight-donors and kcstarlight.com/uniquelykc.

GUEST INFORMATION

Weather Policy

All events are held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, Starlight may delay a performance for an hour or more before deciding to cancel or continue. If a weather-related delay is needed, we will communicate updates via the public access system, event staff, and at kcstarlight.com/alerts.

On the rare occasion when Starlight is unable to present the majority of a show due to weather or other circumstances, guests may exchange their tickets at no charge for another performance of the same show. Season ticket holders always have this privilege, regardless of weather. The face value of the ticket will be applied to the new performance. To make an exchange, call Starlight Ticket Services at (816) 363-7827.

Security Screening Policy

To ensure the safety and security of our guests, Starlight reserves the right to inspect persons, parcels, or clothing capable of concealing or carrying prohibited items in the venue.

Photography

Use of professional photography equipment or recording devices (video, audio, or other medium) is prohibited to use during a performance without prior written consent. By attending a Starlight performance, guests give their consent to be photographed or recorded by talent, venue, or their contractors.

Smoking Areas

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the venue except the North Lawn and east of the Encore Deck. While medical and recreational marijuana is legal, Starlight Theatre is private property and marijuana is prohibited.

Accessibility

Starlight is committed to making performances accessible to all guests. Accessible parking is available in the Yellow Lot (near Gate 6). State-issued disabled license plate or placard will allow guests entry to accessible parking as space allows.

Mobile Assistance Shuttles

Complimentary curb-to-curb shuttle service is provided to guests with mobility challenges. Starlight operates multi-passenger shuttles that have designated stops in both Yellow and Red paved parking lots. Shuttles provide needed transport to and from Gate 8.

GUEST INFORMATION

Guest Drop-Off

Starlight personnel are available to provide wheelchair assistance to a seat location prior to the show and back to the gate’s drop off point after the show. Please contact a member of our GuestAssist staff if you need assistance or text us at (816) 278-7827 for on-site help.

Restrooms

Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located throughout the venue. A companion restroom is available near the Encore Deck closest to Gate 6.

Assistive Listening Services

Starlight offers free assistive listening devices at every Broadway performance. Sunday night Broadway performances are interpreted for hearing-impaired guests.

Sight-Impaired Services

Saturday night Broadway performances are described for visually impaired guests by Audio-Reader Network. Devices for the audio description service are free and available at the Guest Information Kiosk.

Sensory Kits

In partnership with Variety KC, Starlight offers sensory kits for guests in need of noise-canceling headsets, weighted blankets, and fidget toys. Sensory kits may be checked out at the Guest Information Kiosk.

If you need assistance at any time while at Starlight Theatre, please:

Contact a member of our team: Guest Assist staff (in royal blue shirts), Ushers and Volunteer Ambassadors (in navy blue shirts), or Security personnel (in black shirts).

Visit a Guest Information Kiosk in the venue or text us at (816) 278-7827.

Other Questions?

Visit kcstarlight.com/faqs or call (816) 363-7827

Administration

Lindsey Rood-Clifford

President + C.E.O.

Jacques’ Hassen

STAFF

Tanis Ham

Ticket Services Supervisor

Grace Linn

Graphic Designer

Emily Leritz

V.P. of Employee Experience

Mandi Wright

V.P. of Finance + C.F.O.

Baylee McMillin

Accounting Manager

Maren Peterson

Accountant

Taylor Carter

Executive Assistant

Community Engagement

Alex Jones

V.P. of Community Engagement

Dr. Andy Pierce

Community Engagement Manager

Katherine Tolbert

Community Engagement Manager

Katie McKernan

Community Engagement Coordinator

Marketing + Sales

Bess Wallerstein Huff

V.P. of Marketing + Sales

Cindy Fasl

Director of Ticketing

Jeff Miller

Director of Sales

Ken McClain

Director of Guest Experience

Rachel Bliss

Director of Marketing

Bryce Jones

Multimedia Manager

Colin Bennett

Digital Marketing Manager

Jodi Olson Kidney

Content Marketing Manager

Samantha Wolowicz

Event Night Supervisor

Marketing Subscription Coordinator

Gabriel Van Dyne

Group Sales Coordinator

Trinidy Thompson

Special Events + Sales Coordinator

Operations

Deb Churchill

V.P. of Operations

Phil Butler

Facilities Manager

Kerwin Hudson

Operations Manager

Molly Flanery

House Manager

Chris Kindell

Senior Facilities Technician

Archie George

Facilities Technician

Robbie Sharp

Facilities Technician

Clayton Williams

Horticulture Supervisor

Christian Schoolcraft

Horticulture + Facilities Technician

Philanthropy

Andrew Lang

V.P. of Philanthropy

Erin Olm-Shipman

Donor Relations Manager

Juliana Tran-Castillo

Donor Relations Manager

Sydney Slavin

Grants + Donor

Communications Manager

Claire McEwen

Philanthropy Coordinator

Programming + Production

Caroline Gibel

V.P. of Programming + Production

Kent Andel

Associate Producer

Aaron M. Clark

Technical Director

Ryan Britton

Audio Manager

Kerstin Messmer

Production Technician

Programming + Information Systems (IS)

Bill Waugh

V.P. of Concert Programming + Information Systems

Genie Haggard

Programming Manager

Megan McCranie

Guest Experience Systems Manager

Owain Howell

Information Systems Manager

A second opinion doesn’t interrupt your cancer journey. It begins it.

The thought of getting a second opinion on your cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the region, we’re dedicated to making it easier. Our nurse navigators coordinate everything while our teams of nationally recognized doctors and specialists determine your precise diagnosis. You’ll have peace of mind knowing more minds are working together to provide you access to lifesaving care.

Connect with a nurse navigator today at 913-588-1227 or visit KUCancerCenter.org/SecondOpinion to learn more.