ALL-STARZ Performance Ensemble

Average Performer Age: 9-13 years old; Fundamental Theater Training included

The All-Starz performance ensemble are the cast members portraying the youngest children ensemble roles in a STC show. Production rehearsals for All-Starz provide developmental training to introduce students to the performing arts. The goal of the All-Starz ensemble is to set students up for long-term success by nurturing a lasting love of performing, encouraging confidence, developing strong skill sets and creating a solid next level in their foundation.

As part of their show season, All-Starz performers will prepare:

Pre-Show: A high-energy musical number that will be performed before each STC Performance. This Pre-Show is a sneak-peek of the next show in the STC Season line up.
Ensemble Cast Member Roles: All-Starz performs throughout the STC show as a part of the ensemble (see below for pictures of All-STARZ in STC shows).
Leadership Training: 1-2 All-Starz cast members will serve as Dance Captain and Vocal Captain for their ensemble. These performers carry additional responsibilities. Captain roles are determined in the casting process based on student readiness and interest.
Occasionally, the needs of the show allow for an All-Starz cast member to perform in a featured role. Past examples from STC shows are “Chip” in Beauty and the Beast, and “Winthrop” and “Amaryllis” in The Music Man.

All-Starz Performance Ensemble Details

School Year Productions: Saturdays 12:30pm-4pm (increasing to 12:30-6pm)
Summer Productions: Fridays 12pm-6pm
Performers in the All-STARZ ensemble have one rehearsal per week with rehearsal hours increasing as we begin In-Studio Tech and Dress Rehearsals. Throughout rehearsals, All-STARZ performers will regularly interact and rehearse with Starz Rizing and Starz performers.
Weekly rehearsal time involves preparing their featured roles in the Pre-Show and their ensemble roles in the mainstage show. Directors also incorporate fundamental theater, vocal and dance training into All-STARZ’s weekly rehearsals.

School Year only: Rehearsal length for All-STARZ increases slowly from 4 to 6 hours throughout the season with the goal of building endurance in an age-appropriate manner. It is common for there to be 1-2 Sunday afternoon rehearsals scheduled during our School Year season. The only Sunday that will require a morning commitment will be Performance Weekend.
All-STARZ Tuition: $400/season
Tuition paid in 3 installments.
STC Production Fees:
School Year: $120
Summer: $100
Production fees due show month. Students have the opportunity to lower this cost through fundraising.
Kick Off Rehearsals: Each STC season kicks off with a series of rehearsal days and team building.
In-Studio Tech & Dress Rehearsals: The final weeks leading up to show week. In-Studio Tech & Dress Rehearsals are mandatory attendance for all STC performers (All-Starz, Starz Rizing and Starz).
Show Week: Show week consist of 4-5 in-venue tech and dress rehearsals leading up to the show performances. There are many continued opportunities for STC parents to be involved during our show week! Show Week participation is required for all STC performers and Parent Volunteer Teams.
Performance Weekend: STC hosts one school performance and 4-5 ticketed performances over the course of Performance Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday). Performance Weekend participation is required for all STC performers and Support Teams.
All-STARZ Performers will work with a Lead who is dedicated to creating their preshow and cultivating their performer’s love of acting, singing and dance!
Performers will also have 1-2 Assistants to help support them as they learn.
All-STARZ will regularly interact with the Stage Director, Vocal Lead and Choreography Lead for the production as they attend rehearsals.
We encourage each All-STARZ cast member to attend our annual theater intensive Young Performer Summit and to enroll in one of the Musical Theater Program classes at Turning Pointe School of Dance.
Weekly classes are key to strengthening a student’s foundation in theater skills and building confidence that will help them shine! The expansive curriculum used for classes was developed exclusively for Turning Pointe and is designed to give all performers at any point in their training a place to begin and to grow.
All classes are taught by YPAD Certified, professional and encouraging instructors. Space in classes is limited and spots are in high demand!

GENERAL STarz theater company Show Details

Placement in any ensemble group within the show (STARZ, STARZ Rizing or All-Starz) takes place through an audition process where the STC Creative Team carefully evaluates skill level, characterization, attitude and previous training. Experience and training in singing, acting and dancing are of great benefit to students considering auditioning, however auditions are open to students of all experience levels.
After Auditions: Within 24 hours of the close of auditions, Callback request emails will be sent. Those needed for Call Backs will receive that request via email with specific details, times and songs to prepare. Within 72 hours after auditions, all auditionees will be emailed the cast list, STC Production Handbook, and Kick Off Week Details. Registration and first tuition installment will be due by Kick Off Day.
Performers age 9-High School Senior may audition for a show with Starz Theater Company (STC). The Creative Team primarily considers auditionees with at least one year of Musical Theater training or one production/show experience. Exceptions are considered on an individual basis during the audition process. Click Here for an overview of our company as well as training and performance opportunities for beginning students. Past Participation in All-Starz, Starz Rizing or Starz is not a guarantee of future placement.
Yes! However, please keep in mind that we do limit the number of excused absences a student may have per season. If you have a commitment to another show/performance, marching band, fall and/or winter sports, or similar activities that conflict with rehearsals, please note this on your audition application.
Parents & families of STC students are asked to prayerfully consider where they can give time and talent during the season and/or during Show Week. For more information on our volunteer teams, please go to Our Team tab.
Parent Meetings: There will be 2 Parent meetings throughout each season: STC Parent Fair during Kick Off Rehearsals (1 parent must attend) and Show Week Q&A (optional).
Each Starz Theater Company student (Starz, Starz Rizing and All-Starz) is required to participate in at least one outreach. These will be communicated in the STC Handbook at the start of the season.
With the exception of extenuating circumstances, all absences must be communicated in advance. Commitments and absences known prior to auditions should be indicated on the Audition Application. Students have a limited number of excused absences per season.
We encourage each cast member to attend our annual theater intensive Young Performer Summit and to enroll in one of the Musical Theater Program classes at Turning Pointe School of Dance. Weekly classes are key to strengthening a student’s foundation in theater skills and building confidence that will help them shine! The expansive curriculum used for classes was developed exclusively for Turning Pointe and is designed to give all performers at any point in their training a place to begin and to grow. All classes are taught by YPAD Certified, professional and encouraging instructors, many of whom also work on the Creative Team at STC. Space in classes is limited and spots are in high demand!