The Little Mermaid, 2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series at Starlight Theatre

2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series

July 9–14

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Dear Disney fans and Broadway lovers,

Welcome to Starlight and Disney’s The Little Mermaid! Are you ready to ignite the magic of theatre for a new generation?

In this show, we embark on a magical journey under the sea, where mermaids sing, sea creatures dance, and dreams take flight. Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a timeless tale of love, family, courage, and the pursuit of one’s dreams.

Inspired by the classic fairy tale and brought to life with dazzling costumes, mesmerizing choreography, and unforgettable music, Disney’s The Little Mermaid has captivated audiences of all ages since the movie was released in the early 90’s. I remember watching this movie as a girl and identifying with the freespirited Ariel’s journey to love and independence. Today, as a parent of a teenager, I relate more to King Triton’s story of loving and letting go. Timeless stories like these have the power to reach us in new ways in different chapters of our lives, and discovering those new connections to the stories is part of the magic!

At Starlight, we are committed to connecting our community through live arts experiences that entertain, inspire, and engage. With its message of love, acceptance, and the power of self-discovery, Disney’s The Little Mermaid reminds us of the importance of staying true to ourselves and following our hearts, no matter where they may lead.

As you settle into your seats, let your imagination soar and your spirits lift. If you are here tonight with a young person, watch for the joy of discovery on their face as they experience the gift of live theatre.

Your Starlight experience is created by not only extraordinary artists and crew members but also by the people who ensure you park safely, find your seats, and enjoy a food or beverage item of your choice. On behalf of everyone who is a part of your Starlight experience tonight, thank you for choosing to support live theatre and joining us. Your support makes this possible, and for that, we are truly grateful.

Now, prepare to go under the sea and enjoy the show!

Lindsey Rood-Clifford President + C.E.O.

Publisher Rachel Lewis Falcon

STARLIGHT Consultants

V.P. of Marketing + Sales

Bess Wallerstein Huff

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

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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

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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.

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SHARE OUR SPOTLIGHT

To kick off the summer season, Starlight and Community Builders of Kansas City partnered for the fifth consecutive year to present a movie night under the stars. Community members came to Starlight on Saturday, May 18 for a free outdoor screening of Disney’s The Little Mermaid.

Community Movie Night is an Arts Bridge activation, a program supported by Uniquely KC, Starlight’s first capital campaign in more than 20 years that aims to attract and develop new live arts audiences and enhance arts access.

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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

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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.

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SATURDAY, JULY 27 | 6 P.M. – MIDNIGHT

CO-CHAIRS

Andrea Boswell-Burns & J.J. Burns

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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

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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!

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STARLIGHT THEATRE ASSOCIATION OF KANSAS CITY

2024 AdventHealth Broadway Series presents in association with MCCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT and LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Production of

Music by Lyrics by Book by

ALAN MENKEN HOWARD ASHMAN & GLENN SLATER DOUG WRIGHT

Based on the Hans Chirstian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements

Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions

Orchestrations by Danny Troob Incidental Music and Vocal Arrangements by Michael Kosarin Dance Arrangements by David Chase

Starring

KEVIN CORTE QUINTAN CRAIG KATIE CRUZ COLEMAN CUMMINGS CRISTYN DANG

DANIEL DAWSON CHRISTOPHER DIEM ANDREA DOBBINS MITCHELL LAM HAU CHRISTOPHER HO MICHAEL JAMES KURT KEMPER KEVIN KULP REGINA LE VERT EDGAR LOPEZ TAYLER METTRA

TRENT MILLS NEEMA MUTETI DANA ORANGE JEFF SKOWRON MADISON MIYUKI SPRAGUE

KEVIN SYMONS HELEN TAIT CANDACE J. WASHINGTON LEIANNA WEAVER JOSH ZACHER

Scenic Design Costume Design Lighting Design Sound Design Wig/Hair Design KENNETH FOY AMY CLARK CHARLIE MORRISON JULIE FERRIN KAITLIN YAGEN MARK KOSS

Makeup Design Associate Lighting Designer Associate Choreographer Technical Director Casting Director MADISON MEDRANO GARY C. ECHELMEYER JOSH ZACHER MICHAEL ROMAN LINDSAY BROOKS

McCoy Rigby Production Management McCoy Rigby Company Manager Production Stage Manager Assistant Stage Managers Company Manager THERESA FLEMMING DAVID NESTOR MICHAEL MCEOWEN PHIL GOLD CHRISTOPHER HOLMAN AUDREY COLINDRES

BUCK MASON

SHANON MILLS-HABELOW TIM WOODS

Music Direction by BRENT CRAYON

Flying Sequences Choreographed by PAUL RUBIN

Choreographed by JOHN MACINNIS

Directed by

GLENN CASALE

Scenery, props and sea costumes were created by a partnership with BROADWAY DALLAS, PAPER MILL PLAYHOUSE, PITTSBURGH CLO, STARLIGHT THEATRE and THEATRE UNDER THE STARS Scenery built by ADIRONDACK STUDIOS

Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

CAST OF CHARACTERS

Ariel .......................................................................................................................LEIANNA WEAVER

Pilot ........................................................................................................................... JEFF SKOWRON

Prince Eric .................................................................................................... COLEMAN CUMMINGS

Grimsby ..................................................................................................................... KEVIN SYMONS

Flounder........................................................................................................................... KEVIN KULP

Scuttle QUINTAN CRAIG

King Triton TRENT MILLS

Sebastian .................................................................................................................. DANA ORANGE

Mersisters...................................................... KATIE CRUZ, CRISTYN DANG, ANDREA DOBBINS, TAYLER METTRA, NEEMA MUTETI, CANDACE J. WASHINGTON

Flotsam.............................................................................................................. MITCHELL LAM HAU

Jetsam ............................................................................................................... CHRISTOPHER DIEM

Ursula REGINA LE VERT

Gulls

DANIEL DAWSON, KURT KEMPER, EDGAR LOPEZ

Chef Louis ................................................................................................................ JEFF SKOWRON

ENSEMBLE

KEVIN CORTE, KATIE CRUZ, CRISTYN DANG, DANIEL DAWSON, ANDREA DOBBINS, CHRISTOPHER HO, MICHAEL JAMES, KURT KEMPER, EDGAR LOPEZ, TAYLER METTRA, NEEMA MUTETI, JEFF SKOWRON, MADISON MIYUKI SPRAGUE, CANDACE J. WASHINGTON

UNDERSTUDIES & SWINGS

Understudies and Swings never substitute for listed players unless a specific announcement for the appearance is made at the time of the performance

For Ariel: MADISON MIYUKI SPRAGUE, for Sebastian/Ursula: CANDACE J. WASHINGTON, for Prince Eric: MICHAEL JAMES, for King Triton/Grimsby: KURT KEMPER, for Flounder: CHRISTOPHER HO, for Scuttle: EDGAR LOPEZ, for Flotsam/Pilot/Chef Louis: DANIEL DAWSON, for Jetsam: KEVIN CORTE, for Ariel Double/Mersister: HELEN TAIT, for Prince Eric Double/Gull: JOSH ZACHER Swings: HELEN TAIT, JOSH ZACHER

Production Stage Manager .................................................................................................

MICHAEL MCEOWEN

Assistant Stage Manager PHIL GOLD, AUDREY COLINDRES

Dance Captain ................................................................................................................................... JOSH ZACHER

All actors and stage managers are members of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.

The videotaping or making of electronic or other audio and/or visual recordings of this production and distributing recordings or streams in any medium, including the internet, is strictly prohibited, a violation of the author(s)’s rights and actionable under United States Copyright Law.

MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACT I

“The World Above” ....................................................................................................................Ariel

“Fathoms Below”** ................................................................... Pilot, Sailors, Prince Eric, Grimsby

“Daughters of Triton” ....................................................................................................... Mersisters

“If Only” (Triton’s Lament)............................................................................................... King Triton

“Daddy’s Little Angel” ............................................................................... Ursula, Flotsam, Jetsam

“Part of Your World”* .................................................................................................................Ariel

“The Storm” Sailors

“Part of Your World” (Reprise)* .................................................................................................Ariel

“She’s In Love” ................................................................................................ Mersisters, Flounder

“Her Voice” Prince Eric

“Under the Sea”* .....................................................................................Sebastian, Sea Creatures

“If Only” (Ariel’s Lament) ...........................................................................................................Ariel

“Sweet Child” Flotsam, Jetsam

“Poor Unfortunate Souls”* ...................................................................................................... Ursula

ACT II

“Positoovity” Scuttle, Gulls

“Beyond My Wildest Dreams” .....................................................................Ariel, Maids, Grimsby

“Les Poissons” .................................................................................................................. Chef Louis

“Les Poissons” (Reprise)* Chef Louis, Chefs

“One Step Closer” ............................................................................................................Prince Eric

“Daddy’s Little Angel” (Reprise) .............................................................. Ursula, Flotsam, Jetsam

“Kiss the Girl” Sebastian, Animals

“If Only” (Quartet) .......................................................... Ariel, Prince Eric, Sebastian, King Triton

“The Contest” .................................................................................................. Grimsby, Princesses

“Poor Unfortunate Souls” (Reprise) ....................................................................................... Ursula

“Finale”** ............................................................................................ Prince Eric, Ariel, Ensemble

Music by Alan Menken

*Lyrics by Howard Ashman **Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater All other lyrics by Glenn Slater

THE ORCHESTRA

Music Director/Conductor - Brent Crayon; Associate MD/Keyboard 1 - Anthony Zediker; Drums - Andrew Maguire;

KANSAS CITY MUSICIANS

Contractor - Anthony T. Edwards; Upright & Electric Bass - Jeff Harshbarger; Horn - Alberto Suarez; Keyboard 2 - Caleb McCarroll; Keyboard 3 - Ty Tuttle; Keyboard 4 - Jeremy Watson; Percussion - Steve Riley; Reed 1 - Mark Cohick; Reed 2 - Wendy Grew; Reed 3 - Brett Jackson; Trumpet - Stephen Molloy;

WHO’S WHO

KEVIN CORTE (u/s Jetsam, Ensemble) is thrilled to be working with McCoy Rigby Entertainment in this production of The Little Mermaid! Some of Kevin’s favorite credits include TheatreWorks’ El Otro Oz, The Cupcake Theatre’s RENT, 5-Star Theatricals’ Newsies and the national tour of Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical. Kevin thanks you for coming and for supporting the arts. ¡Viva México! @kevin_corte

QUINTAN CRAIG (Scuttle) is proud to be back squawkin’ with MRE! Recent credits: Jersey Boys, Nick Devito, u/s Bob Gaudio (MRE); 42nd Street, Billy Lawlor (MTW, 3DT), An American in Paris, u/s Jerry Mulligan (MTW); Cinderella, u/s Prince Topher (MTW); MTI’s recordings of West Side Story (Riff) and Newsies (Jack). Love to Vee and the Fam. For Nana. @Quintan_Craig

KATIE CRUZ (Arista, Ensemble) is overjoyed to make her La Mirada Theatre debut in The Little Mermaid! She is currently pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre at Cal State Fullerton with her most recent role being Headband Girl/Dance Captain in A Chorus Line. She’d like to thank her family for all of their ongoing support and her mentor, Crystal Dancer. @K.T.Cruz

COLEMAN CUMMINGS he/they (Prince Eric) is thrilled to be returning to this role on the gorgeous La Mirada stage having last played the prince at The 5th Avenue in Seattle! Recent credits: Jon,  Tick, Tick… Boom!  (Vermont Stage); Dimitry,  Anastasia  (WPPAC); Chip, ...Spelling Bee  (George Street), Roger,  RENT (National Tour). A huge thanks to his incredible family and friends for all the love! @colemanscummings

CRISTYN DANG (Adella, Ensemble) Dancer/ choreographer from Honolulu, now based in LA. BA in Psychology, Dance; MS in Global Medicine (USC). Favorite credits: Rogers the Musical (Antman, Hyperion Theatre), The King and I (Simon of Legree, La Mirada), Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical (National Tour), Disneyland parades, Rose Parade, and commercials for Apple x TikTok.

Much love to her family, friends, and GTA! @ dangitscristyn

CHRISTOPHER DIEM (Jetsam) This is Christopher’s debut with La Mirada. Recent credits: Dickon in The Secret Garden (Chance Theater), Eamon in Once (Curtis Theatre), Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors (Phantom Projects), and Will in American Idiot (Chance Theater). Christopher would like to thank his family for their love and support, his friend Chris for always helping read lines for auditions, and McKenna at DDO Artists Agency.

DANIEL DAWSON (Gull, Ensemble, u/s Flotsam, u/s Pilot, u/s Chef Louis) was recently seen on the La Mirada stage in Joseph… as Pharoah/ Levi. Other McCoy Rigby credits include Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby, Skimbleshanks in CATS, RENT, and Miss Saigon. Other recent credits: Olaf in Frozen – Live at the Hyperion, Farquaad in Shrek the Musical, Herbert/Historian/Not Dead Fred in Spamalot, national tour of CATS , and Disney Cruise Lines. Social Media: @thedanieldawson

ANDREA DOBBINS she/her (Andrina, Ensemble) is a proud native of St. Louis, Missouri. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Chapman University. Professional credits include In the Heights, The King and I, and Joseph… (La Mirada Theatre).  Commercials for Nike House of Hoops and Huawei Technologies. Special thanks to Mom, Dad, James, and Bloc Talent Agency for their unwavering love and support! @andreadobbins

MITCHELL LAM HAU (Flotsam) is very excited to be working with La Mirada Theatre again. He is a Los Angeles-based actor from Fresno, California represented by Fire Starter Entertainment. Recent credits include Beautiful: The Carole King Musical with La Mirada Theatre, The Human Comedy with The Actors Co-Op, Lead Soloist with Princess Cruise Lines.

CHRISTOPHER HO ( Ensemble, u/s Flounder) is thrilled to be in his first production at La Mirada! Recently grad -

WHO’S WHO

uated from CSU, Fullerton with his BFA in Musical Theatre. Credits: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical  (National Tour),  Newsies  (5-Star Theatricals),  Footloose  (The Colony Theatre), A Chorus Line (Fullerton College), Peter Pan (McCoy Rigby Conservatory), and SpongeBob SquarePants (CSUF). He thanks ATB, friends, and family for everything! @chrrisho

MICHAEL JAMES (Ensemble, Prince Eric Double, u/s Prince Eric) Center Theatre Group (A Christmas Story), McCoy Rigby (Mystic Pizza, Newsies, Mamma Mia!), Musical Theater West ( Wizard of Oz ), Goodspeed Opera ( Bye Bye Birdie ), Pittsburgh CLO ( Altar Boyz, Newsies , Mamma Mia! ), Maltz Jupiter ( West Side Story , How to Succeed… , Chicago ), Sacramento Music Circus (Mamma Mia! ). Television: “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel . ” Point Park Alumni. Love to everyone who got me here! @itsmichaeljamesbrown

KURT KEMPER he/him (Gull, Ensemble, u/s King Triton, u/s Grimsby) SoCal native. Grateful to be back at La Mirada Theatre/MRE! Favorite credits: the Butler in Joseph… (LMT); Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Tuacahn); Dwayne in 9 to 5 (MTW); Jehan in Hunchback of Notre Dame (Tuacahn). BFA Musical Theatre, Dance Minor (Point Park University). Couldn’t do it without the love + support of his family, mentors, and team at Go2 and CESD. @imatallglassofwater

KEVIN KULP (Flounder) National Tours: Beauty and the Beast,  A Christmas Story. Regional:  Matilda, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella  (Walnut Street Theatre);  Gypsy, The Music Man, Anything Goes  (Marriott Theatre);  Grease  (Fulton Theatre);  Miss Saigon  (Signature Theatre, Walnut St.);  The King and I (Drury Lane, Olney, La Mirada, Walnut St.);  Newsies (Arts Center of CC);  All Shook Up, South Pacific (Flatrock Playhouse). IG: @Kulpy

REGINA LE VERT (Ursula) makes her La Mirada Theatre debut in a dream role! Favorite credits include Rock of Ages (Justice), Hairspray (Motormouth Maybelle), Chicago (Matron

Mama Morton), Jelly’s Last Jam (Hunny), and Tale of the Lion King (Mwongozo). Film: Black Canvas. “I like geography best because your mountains and rivers know the secret; pay no attention to borders.” @reginalevert

EDGAR LOPEZ (Gull, Ensemble, u/s Scuttle) was last seen at La Mirada in Joseph… and is excited to be back. Other select credits: 9 to 5 (MTW), Evita (Bucks County Playhouse), Americano! (Off-Broadway),  On Your Feet! (WBT), West Side Story (Phoenix Theatre), Kiss of the Spiderwoman (Short North Stage), and The Drowsy Chaperone (The Wick). Shout out and all the love to the fam! @Epl1007

TAYLER METT RA (Aquata, Ensemble) is thrilled to be back on the La Mirada stage! National Tour: Fiddler on the Roof. Select Regional: Mystic Pizza (MRE), Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors (Candlelight Pavilion), Polly in Crazy for You (SDMT), Principal Vocalist at the Disneyland Resort.  BFA from Elon University. Thanks Patrick, FSE, Lindsay, this stellar creative team, and my supportive family! www.taylermettra.com

TRENT MILLS (King Triton) Recent Credits: The Monster in Young Frankenstein (La Mirada),  Master Class ( Arizona Theatre Company),  A Christmas Story, The Musical  (Center Theatre Group), Shrek in  Shrek the Musical (5-Star Theatricals), and Ash in  Evil Dead the Musical  (National Tour). TV/Film credits include  Little America  (Apple TV),  Tower of God  (HBOMax), and  Laundronauts starring Ed Asner (iHeartRadio). Follow along! @Gianttrent

NEEMA MUTETI (Attina, Ensemble) is so excited to be making her La Mirada debut. Recent credits: Mimi in RENT, Proprietor in Assassins (USC). In her spare time, she loves forcing her friends to tap dance with her and reading Percy Jackson books. Neema is currently receiving her BFA in Musical Theatre (USC). Thank you, mom and dad for your love and support. Insta: @neema.muteti

WHO’S WHO

DANA ORANGE (Sebastian) is excited to be making his La Mirada debut! Regional: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Walnut Street Theatre), Mary Poppins (Fireside Theatre), Something Rotten! (Florida Studio Theatre), Kiss Me, Kate and The Color Purple (Sacramento Music Circus). Big thanks to Glenn, John, and the rest of this incredible team; and love to my amazing support system back home! www.danaorange.com

JEFF SKOWRON (Chef Louis, Pilot, Ensemble) Broadway: Enron (Trader), How the Grinch Stole Christmas  (Grinch),  The Lion King (Ed/Timon/ Zazu),  Beauty and the Beast  (LeFou),  High Society (Stanley). Eddie opposite Marsha Mason in  Lost in Yonkers (Connecticut Critics Circle Nomination). LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards:  Parade (Leo Frank),  South Pacific (Billis). Film/TV includes Dorfman opposite Billy Bob Thornton in Miramax’s Bad Santa 2 and Malcolm opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt in Showtime’s “Super Pumped.”

MADISON MIYUKI SPRAGUE (Ensemble, Ariel Double, u/s Ariel) earned her BA in Musical Theatre from Pepperdine University where she also trained in opera and jazz. Recent credits: Footloose at The Colony Theatre (Ensemble, u/s Ariel/Rusty), Rogers: The Musical at Disney’s Hyperion Theatre (Ruby Starkette), Noble Family at La Mirada (Mali), Into the Woods (Witch), Mamma Mia! (Donna), and Shakespeare’s R & J (Juliet) with Pepperdine Theatre.

KEVIN SYMONS (Grimsby) This is Kevin’s third production at La Mirada including The King and I and The Sound of Music. He’s appeared in numerous theatrical productions in Los Angeles, New York and regional theaters. On television, he is perhaps best known for playing Councilman Dexhart on NBC’s “Parks & Recreation,” and series regular, recurring and guest star credits on numerous other series.

HELEN TAIT (Swing, u/s Ariel Double, u/s Mersister) is ecstatic to be a part of this incredible cast and production. Recent credits:  42nd Street  ( ensem -

ble), Musical Theatre West;  Saturday Night Fever (u/s Stephanie),  Jesus Christ Superstar (ensemble), Moonlight Stage Productions;  The Polar Express Train Ride (Steward), Warner Bros. Many thanks to the best family in the world and Tiera at FSE! @helengabii

CANDACE J. WASHINGTON ( Alana , Ensemble, u/s Ursula, u/s Sebastian) joyfully returns to La Mirada Theatre, recently starring in both Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, on 1st National Tour (u/s Disco Donna) and NCL (Lead, Disco Donna). Biola University alumna, holding degrees in Voice Studies and Clinical Psychology. Credits: LA Clippers Dance Team, Oklahoma (Pittsburgh CLO), Ragtime (Pasadena Playhouse), Cabaret and Singin’ in the Rain (McCoy Rigby), and Princess Tiana (Disneyland’s …Magical Map). #PraiseHIM

LEIANNA WEAVER (Ariel) CSUF Alumni. Credits: Dorothy in  Wizard of Oz (Musical Theatre West), No. 40/Others in  The Curious Incident ...(CCAE Theatricals), Anna in  Spring Awakening  (East West Players). Staged Concerts: Qing in  Noble Family  (McCoy Rigby), Xue Lan in  Broken Ground  (Musical Theatre West). Love and gratitude for her family and the team at ATB Talent. She sings for McKenna. @leiannaweaver leiannaweaver.com

JOSH ZACHER (Associate Choreographer, Swing, Dance Captain, u/s Prince Eric Double, u/s Gull) is an NYC-based actor, dancer, and choreographer. National Tours: The Prom (1st National, Dance Captain),  A Chorus Line,  The Elf on the Shelf.  Regional: Kennedy Center, Lyric Opera of Chicago, North Shore Music Theatre,  5th Avenue Theatre, Ordway, Kansas City Starlight, REV Theatre Co., Theatre By The Sea, and Sharon Playhouse  www.josh-zacher.com @dancingdudejz

DOUG WRIGHT (Book) GLAAD Media Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, Drama League Award, Lucille Lortel Award for  I Am My Own Wife. His screen adaptation of Quills was named Best Picture by the National Board of Review and

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nominated for three Academy Awards. Doug was cited by the American Academy of Arts and Letters and awarded the Tolerance Prize from the Kulturforum Europa. Currently, he serves on the board of the New York Theatre Workshop and serves as Secretary on the Dramatists Guild Council. Works include  Interrogating the Nude (1988), Quills (1995), Unwrap Your Candy (2001), I Am My Own Wife (2003), Grey Gardens (book) (2006),  The Little Mermaid (book) (2007),  The Pavilion (2009).

ALAN MENKEN  (Composer) Theater:  God Bless You Mr. Rosewater, Little Shop of Horrors, Real Life Funnies, Atina: Evil Queen of the Galaxy, Kicks, The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol, Weird Romance, King David, Der Glöckner Von Notre Dame, The Little Mermaid, Sister Act, Leap of Faith, Aladdin,  and  Newsies. Film:  Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Newsies, Aladdin, Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Life With Mikey, Lincoln, Home on the Range, Noel, Enchanted, Shaggy Dog, Tangled, and  Mirror Mirror. Songs in:  Rocky V, Home Alone 2 and  Captain America. Awards: 8 Oscars (19 nominations), 11 Grammys (including Song of the Year), 7 Golden Globes, Tony® (plus 4 nominations), Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, New York Drama Critics, Olivier and London’s Evening Standard Award, Drama League. Honors: Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, Doctorates from New York University and University of North Carolina School of the Arts.

HOWARD ASHMAN (Lyrics) Best known as a pivotal creative mind behind the renaissance of Disney animation and his work on  The Little Mermaid, Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast  (which is dedicated to “Our friend, Howard Ashman, who gave a Mermaid her voice and a Beast his soul...”). Ashman’s first love was theater. Ashman was a founder of Off-Off-Broadway’s renowned WPA Theater, where he conceived, wrote and directed God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, as well as the classic musical,  Little Shop of Horrors (both music by Alan Menken). In 1986, he wrote and directed the Broadway musical Smile (music by Marvin Hamlisch). Lamented as a lost treasure of the

1980’s theater scene,  Smile  remains popular on high school and college campuses throughout the country. Howard Ashman died in 1991 from complications of AIDS. For more information, please visit howardashman.com.

GLENN SLATER

(Lyrics) co-created Disney’s 2010 worldwide smash  Tangled (2011 Grammy Winner, 2010 Oscar, Golden Globe nominee), as well as the Broadway and international hit musicals  Sister Act (2011 Tony nominee - Best Score) and  The Little Mermaid (2008 Tony nominee - Best Score, Grammy nominee - Best Cast Album), and  School of Rock  (2015). With longtime collaborator Alan Menken, he is Executive Producer and Lyricist for the ABC-TV musical comedy series “Galavant” and has also written songs for the Disney animated film  Home on the Range  (2004) and the Broadway musical  Leap of Faith (Tony nominee - Best Musical, 2012). In the West End, Glenn provided both book and lyrics for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Love Never Dies (2010 Olivier nominee - Best Musical), the sequel to  Phantom of the Opera. Other work includes an Emmy-nominated song for the ABC-TV comedy “The Neighbors” (2013), and the stage revue Newyorkers at The Manhattan Theatre Club (Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations). Glenn is the recipient of the prestigious Kleban Award for Lyrics, the ASCAP/Richard Rogers New Horizons Award, and the Jonathan Larson Award. He is an alumnus of the BMI Musical Theatre Workshop, and a member of both ASCAP and the Dramatists’ Guild.

GLENN CASALE (Director) Broadway: Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby (Tony Award nomination, Best Revival), filmed by A&E and garnered two Emmy Awards. Off-Broadway: Dragapella at Studio 54 (Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominations for Best Production). International: for Media Lane Entertainment, Hello Dolly, Stage Entertainment. The Little Mermaid (The Netherlands), Beauty and the Beast (The Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, Russia), The Wiz. National Tours: The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Little Mermaid, Camelot. LA: Wrestlers starring Mark Harmon

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and George Clooney, From the Top starring Carol Burnett. Los Angeles Ovation Awardwinning Best Musical Anything Goes starring Rachel York, Brent Barrett, Sally Struthers and Fred Willard, The Prisoner of Second Avenue with Jason Alexander. Served as Artistic Director for Broadway Sacramento at Music Circus from 2008-2018. TV: ABC’s “The Faculty” starring Meredith Baxter, “The Wayans Brothers” (The WB).

JOHN MACINNIS (Choreographer) Choreographer of Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Japan, Holland, Russia). His production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast ran for 10 years in 5 European countries. Director/choreographer: Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes (1998-2001), director/choreographer: Winter Olympic Medals Ceremonies (2002/2010 games). Associate choreographer: Broadway’s The Book of Mormon, Aladdin, Mean Girls, The Prom, Something Rotten and Some Like it Hot (2023 Tony winner for Best Choreography).

PAUL RUBIN (Flying Sequences Choreographer) Proud member of The Academy of Magical Arts at The Magic Castle in Hollywood, CA. Broadway: Wicked, Doctor Zhivago, Curtains with David Hyde Pierce, The Pirate Queen, Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan, Frozen, The Green Bird, Fiddler on the Roof. International/ Touring: Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Holland, Moscow, Tokyo), Tori Amos’ The Light Princess (London), West Coast Premiere of Carrie the Musical. Some celebrities Paul has given wings: Kevin James, Adam Lambert, Neil Patrick Harris, and Howie Mandel. www. TheFlyGuy.com @theflyguyny

BRENT CRAYON (Music Director/Conductor) is a music director and pianist based in Los Angeles. Favorite productions include the world premieres of John Bucchino’s It’s Only Life, Cinco Paul’s Bubble Boy, and Stephen Schwartz’s Snapshots. Brent can be seen and heard in McCoy Rigby’s production of A Night with Janis Joplin streaming on Broadway HD.

KENNETH FOY (Feuerstein) (Scenic Designer) was a graduate of New York’s Cooper Union. His career spanned the years 1965-2014. He designed the Houston Grand Opera’s acclaimed multi-media productions of  Carmen, Madama Butterfly, Pagliacci, and  A Little Night Music, as well as  Porgy and Bess at La Scala in Milan. He also designed international touring productions of  The Sound of Music and  The King and I and the American Opera Center productions of  Xerxes and  Regina. Foy’s credits include Broadway productions of  Candida, starring Joanne Woodward,  Macbeth with Nicol Williamson, the David Merrick production of Oh, Kay!, a revival of Annie, An Evening With Jerry Herman, the Tyne Daly revival  Gypsy, directed by Arthur Laurents, and  Dame Edna: The Royal Tour. He was represented in London with the West End production of  Annie and the English National Theatre production of  The Syringa Tree, which he also designed Off Broadway. Foy provided art direction for the Emmy winning Pulitzer Prize documentary,  Moment of Impact, Annie in Australia, sets for Radio City Music Hall, theme park events for Busch Gardens and Six Flags, and video animation for  The Mariah Carey Charm Bracelet Tour. He also served as production designer for Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Foy designed national tours of  My Fair Lady, Bombay Dreams, Doctor Dolittle, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and the world premiere productions of Disney’s High School Musical, and  High School Musical 2, which he also designed for London’s West End. He was a member of the scenic department of the Metropolitan Opera for 25 years. He was among the first designers in the scenic industry to employ computer generated technology.

CHARLIE MORRISON (Lighting Designer) has created the lighting for over 350 projects over the past thirty years. Projects include over 50 national and international tours, regional theatre, television, and architectural installations. Please visit cmlighting.com.

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JULIE FERRIN (Sound Designer) is honored to be joining The Little Mermaid with this amazing cast and crew! Recent designs include Million Dollar Quartet and 42nd Street with Musical Theatre West, 9 to 5 with Fulton Theatre. Please follow her on Facebook at Sound Advice LLC and www.soundadvicedesigns. com. Thanks for coming out to support the arts; enjoy our show!

AMY CLARK (Costume Designer) is a NYC based costume designer whose work has been seen on Broadway, regional theaters, television, and arenas across the country.  Amy’s costume designs for Broadway include  A Night With Janis Joplin and Chaplin. (Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominations).  Other recent designs include Becoming Nancy The Alliance Theatre,  The Music Man The Kennedy Center, Big Apple Circus, Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion Fifth Ave Theatre, Follies St. Louis Rep, Carefree Dancing with Fred and Ginger Northeast tour Mr. Wolf Cleveland Playhouse,  Himself and Nora The Minetta Lane,  Heathers The Musical New World Stages,  Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus presents Legends and Circus Extreme, Chaplin, St. Petersburg Russia,  My Life is a Musical Bay Street Theater,   Somewhere, Hartford Stage,  On Your Toes, City Center Encores! The Little Mermaid, Papermill Playhouse.  Amy received the 2012 Theatre Hall of Fame Emerging Artists Fellowship and received an MFA in Costume Design from NYU Tisch School of the Arts.

MARK KOSS (Costume Designer) has designed costumes for theater and dance internationally. His credits include collaborations with artists and production companies such as Richard Nelson, Glenn Casale, James Hadley, Victor Pappas, Hal Brooks, John MacInnis, Aszure Barton, Sydney Skybetter, Feld Entertainment, The Public Theater, The Old Globe, Broadway Sacramento Music Circus, PaperMill Playhouse, San Francisco Shakespeare Festival, San Francisco Playhouse, Shotgun Players and Ray of Light. Mark has also assisted many costume designers on and off broadway including Susan Hilferty, Gregg Barnes, and Arianne Phillips.

KAITLIN YAGEN (Wig/Hair Designer) is thrilled to be designing again for McCoy Rigby. Design credits include Jersey Boys, Mystic Pizza, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Joseph…, The King and I, Grease, The Sound of Music, Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Carrie. Kaitlin loves the work she does and the joy it brings to the audience. Thank you to baby Harvey, my husband and family for their continuous love and support.

MADISON MEDRANO (Makeup Designer) is excited to be designing her fourth show for McCoy Rigby Entertainment. Credits include Designer: Joseph…, A Few Good Men, The King and I. Wig Supervisor: Grease, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, On Your Feet. Madison loves the creative and collaborative work in theater. Thank you to my family and my cat Paisley for your support.

GARY C. ECHELMEYER (Associate Lighting Designer) La Mirada/McCoy Rigby debut; ALD credits: A Christmas Story: The Musical (CTG/Ahmanson); The Little Mermaid (5th Avenue Theater); 12+ productions (Theater Under The Stars); Hal Prince’s Evita International Tour; A Christmas Story: The Musical National Tour; Paper Mill Playhouse; Shakespeare Theater Company (DC); Resident Assistant Lighting Director, New York City Ballet; 35+ productions as Lighting Supervisor/Associate, Houston Grand Opera. Member USA829. www.lightingbygce.com | @lightingbygce

MICHAEL MCEOWEN (Production Stage Manager) has been in the theater racket for most of 40 years. Many of those years (35) on the road. He has moved shows down the road with many of the luminaries of our industry. Mickey Rooney, Donald O’Conner, Carl Anderson, Carol Channing, Theodore Bikel, Cathy Rigby, Sebastian Bach, Ted Neeley and others. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, HELLO DOLLY, MOST HAPPY FELLA, CATS, PETER PAN, THE COLOR PURPLE, THE LITTLE MERMAID, JEKYLL & HYDE, and a host of others have been in my care. In my free time I enjoy tearing the wheels off vintage jeeps in the Rocky Mountains.

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PHIL GOLD (Assistant Stage Manager) is pleased to join Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Tours: Soul Doctor, Sisterella. Off Broadway: Miss America’s Ugly Daughter. Recent credits include: Camelot (North Coast Repertory), Million Dollar Quartet, The Wizard of Oz, A Grand Night For Singing (Musical Theatre West), The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (CCAE Theatricals), Love Among the Ruins (El Portal Theatre), Joseph… Dreamcoat (McCoy Rigby Entertainment), The Realistic Joneses, Dark of the Moon (Rubicon Theatre Company), All Things Equal (Bay Street Theater), A Wicked Soul in Cherry Hill (Geffen Playhouse), Tevye in New York! (The Wallis), among others.

AUDREY COLINDRES (Assistant Stage Manager) is very excited to be back at MRE for her 7th show! Previously she has been on the stage management teams for Jersey Boys, Mystic Pizza,  Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Million Dollar Quartet  and Clue.  She is a proud graduate of San Diego State University and Fullerton College.

LINDSAY BROOKS (Casting Director) OffBroadway: The Office! A Musical Parody, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical. Nation Tours: The Office!, Rudolph…, Friends! The Musical Parody, The Simon & Garfunkel Story, Musical Thrones, Greater Tuna, The-Pout-Pout Fish. She is the resident casting director for CCAE Theatricals and has cast multiple stage productions, tours and readings for McCoy Rigby Entertainment. For Avery.

ACTORS’ EQUITY ASSOCIATION (AEA), founded in 1913, represents more than 49,000 actors and stage managers in the United States. Equity seeks to advance, promote and foster the art of live theatre as an essential component of our society. Equity negotiates wages and working conditions, providing a wide range of benefits, including health and pension plans. AEA is a member of the AFL-CIO, and is affiliated with FIA, an international organization of performing arts unions. The Equity emblem is our mark of excellence. www.actorsequity.org

McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT (Tom McCoy & Cathy Rigby McCoy, Executive Producers) Broadway: Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby, Jekyll and Hyde starring Deborah Cox. National Tours: Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby, Camelot starring Michael York and Lou Diamond Phillips, Jesus Christ Superstar starring Carl Anderson, Annie Get Your Gun starring Cathy Rigby, Happy Days The Musical by Gary Marshall and Paul Williams, Seussical The Musical starring Cathy Rigby. International: Miss Saigon (Macau), Dreamgirls (Tokyo), Peter Pan (Macau & Riyadh), Awards: Emmy Awards and Nominations, Tony Award Nominations, countless Ovation Awards and Nominations. La Mirada Theatre: 30th season having produced over 100 musicals, plays, concerts, special events. Television: Peter Pan (A&E), A Night with Janis Joplin and Peter Pan (Broadway HD).

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

The Tony-nominated theatre has been hailed by the Los Angeles Times as “one of the best Broadway-style houses in Southern California.” This beautiful state-of-the-art theatre has been producing quality productions since 1977. The theatre has produced several national tours and is the recipient of many accolades, including Tony, Emmy and Ovation Award nominations. For its 2012-13 season, it won the LA Stage Alliance Ovation Award for Best Season of the Year.

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS STAFF

BT McNICHOLL Producing Artistic Director

DEVIS ANDRADE .......................................... House Manager

JANE LYNCH Theatre Operations Supervisor

HELENE DUARTE .................................... Contracts Associate

ELIZABETH CARLOCK Ticket Services Manager

SARAH PETHER-HAMILL Assistant Ticket Services Coordinator

KYLE DURAN Theatre Facilities Coordinator

WESLEY HUNT Production Manager

JOSH BESSOM ...............................................Audio Engineer

MELISSA SKAU Master Electrician

JAVIER RUIZ, JAHAN WATKINS.... Assistant Technical Directors

ALYSSA BARRON, KEVEN BAUTISTA, STEVE BEARD, MICHAEL BENAVIDES, RAELONI BENDER, TAYLOR BOCKRATH, MEGAN BURKE, NICHOLE BORDEN, MEGAN BURKE, MARS CALDWELL, GUADELUPE

CEBALLOS, WILLIAM CHINNOCK, PETER DERECICHEI,

JESSE DIAZ, HUNTER DONOVAN, ILANAELROI, CARLOS GARCIA, ROCHELLE GARCIA, CHARLIE GLAUDINI, LETICIA HERNANDEZ, IVAN HERRERA, MATTHEW JACKSON, CHRISTAL KENNEDY, CAMERON KLIPFEL, MAX LIZARRAGA, DANIEL MACIAS, JUSTINE MALADAGA, ANDREW MEEKS, FABIAN MONTES, JONATHON MUNROE, DEANNINE MUSTIN, CAITLYN NGUYEN, CARI NOEL, CHRISTIAN OCAMPO, BRYAN PEREZ, LEXI PEREZ, JESSICA PRUITT, IRELAND REESE, PAIGE ROBITAILLE, EMILY STARKE Stagehands

JENNIFER REILLY Theatre Operations Associate

ADRIENNE MEDRANO Graphic Designer

RACHEL BAILEY. Administrative Assistant

DAVID ELZER ............................................................... Publicist

TABLE 7 STRATEGY Marketing

McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION STAFF

TOM McCOY AND CATHY RIGBY........ Executive Producers

DAVID NESTOR McCoy Rigby Company Manager

CHRISTOPHER HOLMAN ....................... Company Manager

THERESA FLEMMING General Manager

SHANON MILLS-HABELOW .... Associate General Manager

ANA LARA Office Manager

BUCK MASON .................................... Production Supervisor

CHELSEA TINOCO Production Manager

MICHAEL ROMAN Technical Director/Head Carpenter

ERIN CARLSON .......................................... Master Electrician

ANDREW RIVAS Head Audio Engineer

BRANDEN SANDOVAL ..........................Assistant Electrician

JEREMIAH YBARRA Assistant Sound Engineer

KEVIN CLOWES...................... Consulting Technical Director

TIM WOODS Executive Assistant/Covid Safety Supervisor

LINDSAY BROOKS Casting Director/Social Media Manager

ADAM RAMIREZ .................................. Costume Coordinator

JOSELINE LOVETT Assistant Costume Coordinator

KAITLYN YAGEN..................... Hair/Wig/Makeup Supervisor

MADISON MEDRANO Hair/Wig/Makeup Associate

HAILEY GOLD Properties Supervisor

JASON EVANS Deck Carpenter

TITUS TELGE ............................................. Director’s Assistant

NATALIE ISCOVICH, NOHELY QUIROZ Casting Assistants

MOLLY TYNES .................... Assistant Flying Choreographer

RYAN McALPINE FOY Flyman

MARISSA HERRERAEquity, Diversity & Inclusion Consultant

ERIC HEINLY McCoy Rigby Musician Contractor

ELISSA SZIEFF Production Accountant

VENDORS

Scenic/Props/Sea Costume Rentals from Pittsburgh CLO. Land Costume Rental from TDF Costume Collection. Lighting Rental from Felix Lighting. Flying Rig Rental from Flying by FOY. Sound Effects Rental from Sound Advice.

CONTENT TRANSPARENCY

Starlight aspires to be the home for accessible live arts experiences for all generations. As a part of our organization’s commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA), we strive to offer live arts experiences that reflect the world around us, celebrate different perspectives, and inspire conversations.

We recognize that not every production or artistic choice will meet the expectations of every audience member. As you consider attending performances at Starlight, please visit kcstarlight.com/content-transparency/ to learn more or reach out directly to the Starlight team with any questions you may have.

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!

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

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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!”

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

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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

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

Brice Turner

Community Engagement Coordinator

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

STAFF

Samantha Wolowicz

Event Night Supervisor

Tanis Ham

Ticket Services Supervisor

Grace Linn

Graphic Designer

Emily Leritz

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

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