Kids and teens will take the stage the stage this fall as STARS Theater Company opens their 27^th Fall & Winter Season.  STARS is an educational theater for young people ages 8-12 and teens.  Young performers and students interested in performing are invited to join the STARS for their upcoming productions of Disney’s ALADDIN Jr and THE VELVETEEN RABBIT.

Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, August 7 and all interested students are encouraged to attend.  According to Director, Lu Anne Tyson, "We are here to teach.  If you're interested in acting come out and join us.  New students are always welcome."

 Students ages 8-12 audition for Velveteen Rabbit at 9:00am.  Performances are scheduled for December 3-5, 2021.

 Teens audition for Disney's ALADDIN Jr at 12:30pm.  Performances are scheduled for January 7-9 & 15-16, 2022

STARS Theater Company meets at the Community Building behind the FUMC Bedford located at 2012 Shady Brook in Bedford.  

Disney’s ALADDIN Jr is based on the 1992 award winning film about the “diamond in the rough” who learns that his true worth lies deep within.  Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp.  The “all powerful” Genie ready to grant three wishes appears and Aladdin’s wonderful adventure begins. Hoping to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, he embarks on a journey that will test his will and his moral character.  All the favorite characters join in the fun including Jafar, Iago, and the Sultan. The musical score includes favorite songs from the movie.   With plenty of roles for both male and female actors, experienced young performers and those new to the stage will enjoy “a whole new world” at STARS Theater Company.

The musical THE VELVETEN RABBIT is based on the classic story of a stuffed toy rabbit made real by a child’s enduring love.  When the little boy announces his Velveteen Rabbit is real, the Nursery Magic Fairy turns this love into a miracle.  Young actors ages 8-12 bring to life all the toys in the closet.  The musical score includes songs such as Nursery Magic, An Ordinary Rabbit, and Ballad of the Mechanical Toys.  All roles will be played by young people. 

STARS is an educational theater company for young people ages 8-18.  Students study acting, singing, and dancing.  Tuition is $100/month and rehearsals are every 1st & 3rd Saturday.  Audition materials are available. Call 827-925-1430 for more information or check the website at http://www.STARSTheaterCompany.org 

 STARS Theater Company and Mid Cities Montessori are partnering to bring kids ages 7-12 an exciting summer of musical theater fun.    Students will spend their days acting, singing, and dancing in rehearsals for a final performance at the end of each session.  Camp classes will be held at the Mid Cities Montessori located at 209 Harwood Rd. in Bedford. 

July 5-16, boys and girls travel to THE MAGICAL LAND OF OZ.  Join Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion on their wonderful adventure to meet the Wizard.  Then on July 19-30, the summer camp adventures continue as they sail the high seas with a motley crew of scallywags in PIRATES.  Shiver me timbers!  There’s a stowaway on board, but perhaps the King of the High “C’s” will know what to do. 

Each camp session runs for two weeks, Monday – Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm.  The musical theater camp will be directed by STARS Theater Company, Director, Lu Anne Tyson and vocal instructor, Danielle Blake, musical teacher at International Leadership Texas.

The camp will observe the current Covid restrictions at the Montessori School.  Don’t miss out on the fun.  Classes are limited to 15 students.  For more information call 817-925-1430 or check STARS website and Facebook page at www.STARSTheaterCompany.org or https://www.facebook.com/StarsTheater .

The mask has been a part of performing since the beginning of theater and it has made a big come back in 2020.  It may be a little different today, but STARS Theater Company is embracing the new face covering and rounding out 2020 season of educational theater with two great musicals for young people ages 8-12 and teens.  STARS final shows of the season are two great comedies, WAY OUT WEST IN A DRESS, and THE EMPRESS’ NEW CLOTHES.  Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, August 1 at the Community Building, First United Methodist Church in Bedford, 2012 Shady Brook, Bedford. 

Ages 8-12 audition for THE EMPRESS NEW CLOTHES, 10:00am-noon. 

Teenagers audition for WAY OUT WEST IN A DRESS, 12:30pm-4:30pm

Teen actors will enjoy the hilarious WAY OUT WEST IN A DRESS.  The story opens with a travelling acting company down on their luck.  The group leader receives a letter from his late aunt stating he has inherited the Lucky Lady Saloon.  The group heads to Lucky Lady, Nevada to take over the saloon.  When they arrive, they realize there has been a little misunderstanding.  Rather than inheriting the Lucky Lady Saloon, he has inherited the Lucky Lady Salon.   As you can imagine, the story is packed with mistaken identities and comical confusion.  With an upbeat score and laughs on every page, teens will have a blast learning acting, singing, dancing and comic timing.   Plenty of male and female roles are available and all roles will be played by young people.  Performances are scheduled for January 8-10 & 15-17.

Young actors ages 8-12 will want to join in on the fun in THE EMPRESS’ NEW CLOTHES.   The story is a comical retelling of the classic tale with a fun twist.  THE EMPRESS’ NEW CLOTHES was originally scheduled to performed in May, but it was postponed due to Covid-19.   Although several of the cast are returning, we still have great roles available for both boys and girls.  The upbeat score includes songs such as There Was An Empress, and Magic Cloth.  Performances of THE EMPRESS’ NEW CLOTHES are scheduled for the end of September or as soon as we can bring our audience and actors together safely. 

The safety of our students is our priority and STARS’ staff is taking precautions to protect our young actors during this time.   We wear face coverings including masks or face shields and the room is cleaned and disinfected before and after rehearsals.  STARS is an educational theater celebrating over 25 years in northeast Tarrant County.  As always, all roles will be played by young people.  Rehearsals are the 1^st & 3^rd Saturdays of each month and tuition is $100 per month.  Students study acting, singing, and dancing with STARS professional staff.  For information or audition materials call 817-925-1430.  www.STARSTheaterCompany.org

Bundle up the kids and head to Scott Hall for STARS Theater Company’s production of Disney’s FROZEN Jr.  Join Anna, Kristoff, and Olaf on the adventure of a lifetime as they search the frozen wilderness for Anna’s sister, Elsa in Disney’s FROZEN Jr.    The magical story comes to life January 10-12 & 17-19 in Scott Hall located at 1245 Bedford Rd in Bedford. 

Performances:

Friday, January 10 at 7:30pm

Saturday, January 11 at 7:30pm

Sunday, January 12 at 3:00pm

Friday, January 17 at 7:30pm

Saturday, January 18 at 7:30pm

Sunday, January 19 at 3:00pm

Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, Disney’s FROZEN Jr. brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to the stage.  Featuring all the memorable songs from the animated film, plus new songs written for the Broadway production.  When faced with danger, the two sisters discover the powerful bond of sisterhood with the help of Kristoff, Olaf, Sven, and Hans. With a cast of beloved characters and a score including songs such as Love Is An Open Door, For the First Time in Forever, and Let It Go, this story of true love and acceptance between sisters is sure to thaw even the coldest heart! 

Heading the cast is Lauren Raymond from Grand Prairie and Kristina Miller from Arlington in the roles of Elsa and her sister Anna.  Kristoff is played by Ethan Kille from Fort Worth and his sidekick Sven is played by Patrick Blake also from Fort Worth.   Hans is played by Jackson Arnold from Keller, and Olaf is played by Rhianna Bullock from North Richland Hills.

Like all STARS productions, Disney’s FROZEN Jr, is great family entertainment.   The production runs two weekends, January 10-12 and 17-19 at Scott Hall, located on the campus of the First United Methodist Church in Bedford, 1245 Bedford Rd.  Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children.  For reservations or information call 817-925-1430 or check us out at www.STARSTheaterCompany.org and facebook.com/StarsTheater. 

STARS Theater Company invites all interested students ages 8-18 to enjoy a day of fun – acting, singing & dancing this Saturday, September 21.  Come join the current cast of young actors for a day with the STARS.   Visitors are welcome to jump in and participate with the cast or simply watch if they prefer.   It’s a special day to get to know the staff and students of the youth theater company.  

STARS Theater Company is an educational theater for young people.  The company includes two groups, the Shooting STARS, ages 8-12, and Teen STARS, ages 13-18.  Shooting STARS meet 9:00am-noon and Teens meet noon-4:30pm.  Interested students are invited to spend the day, this Saturday, with the option to join the production if interested.    

STARS Theater Company rehearses in the Community Building of the First United Methodist Church in Bedford located at 2012 Shady Brook.  There is no obligation, but if you choose to join the cast rehearsals are the 1^st & 3^rd Saturdays of every month.  Tuition is $85 per month.  The Shooting STARS are rehearsing THE BIG BAD MUSICAL to be presented December 6-8.  The Teen STARS are in rehearsals for Disney’s FROZEN Jr which is scheduled for January 10-12 & 17-19.  For additional information call 817-925-1430, check the website at www.STARSTheaterCompany.org  or look for STARS Theater Company on Facebook.