Kansas City Prepares for Starlight Theatre’s 75th Anniversary Broadway Series

News Summary

Kansas City is buzzing with anticipation as the Starlight Theatre gears up for its 75th anniversary celebration. The upcoming 2025 AdventHealth Broadway Series will showcase five captivating productions, including ‘Mean Girls’, ‘School of Rock’, and ‘Disney’s Frozen’, running from May to September. With season tickets available and individual tickets to be released soon, theater lovers won’t want to miss this spectacular lineup. As the city embraces both returning favorites and innovative performances, exciting times lie ahead for the Starlight Theatre and its audience.

Kansas City Gears Up for Starlight Theatre’s 75th Anniversary Broadway Series

Excitement is in the air in Kansas City as the Starlight Theatre prepares to kick off its 75th anniversary celebration with a fabulous lineup for its 2025 AdventHealth Broadway Series. This year’s series promises to be a thrilling ride for theater lovers, showcasing five spectacular productions that are bound to dazzle audiences of all ages.

What’s On the Bill?

The Broadway series, which will run from May to September, features a delightful mix of shows. So, grab your calendars because you won’t want to miss these!

• Mean Girls: Twirl into the world of high school drama as “Mean Girls” takes the stage from May 20-25. Based on the beloved Tina Fey film and a recent movie-musical remake, this production promises to hit all the right notes about friendship and the trials of teenage life.
• School of Rock: Rock out with “School of Rock” from June 3-8. Based on the hilarious 2003 film starring Jack Black, this show brings the magic of music and comedy to life, featuring a score by the legendary Andrew Lloyd Webber.
• Ain’t Too Proud: Get ready to groove from July 22-27 with “Ain’t Too Proud.” This compelling performance narrates the rise to fame of The Temptations as they journey from their humble beginnings in Detroit.
• Disney’s Frozen: Return to the enchanting world of Arendelle from August 5-10 with “Disney’s Frozen.” Featuring well-known songs from the animated film along with brand-new music, it’s sure to warm the hearts of audiences both young and young-at-heart.
• Life of Pi: Experience a breathtaking tale from September 16-21 with “Life of Pi.” This innovative show employs stunning puppetry to tell the gripping adventure of a boy stranded on a lifeboat with a tiger. It’s a theatrical experience unlike any other!

When and How to Get Tickets

The best part? Each of these amazing productions will run for six days, from Tuesday through Sunday. This gives everyone ample opportunity to catch their favorites! Season tickets for the Broadway series are already available for purchase through the Starlight Theatre’s website, as well as at the ticket office. If you’re more into single shows, don’t worry—individual tickets will be released later on, so keep an eye out!

Looking Back and Ahead

As Kansas City gears up for this exciting series, it’s worth noting that the Starlight Theatre concluded its 2024 Broadway season in September with the delightful “Peter Pan.” For those who enjoy diverse forms of entertainment, don’t miss the final concerts of the season featuring rising stars like Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Two Door Cinema Club.

In addition to its stellar Broadway season, Starlight Theatre has plans to hit the refresh button with a $40 million capital improvement campaign. This ambitious project is set to enhance the venue’s facilities and is expected to wrap up by 2026. What an exciting time for this beloved Kansas City institution!

Wrapping Up

So, mark your calendars and get ready to witness the magic of live theater at Starlight Theatre. With a lineup that includes crowd favorites and innovative performances, it’s going to be a memorable celebration of its 75th anniversary. Kansas City, are you ready for a fabulous Broadway season?

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Additional Resources

• In Kansas City: Starlight’s 2025 Broadway Series
• Kansas City Star: Starlight Theatre 2025 Season
• Fox4KC: Motorcyclist Killed in Crash
• Wikipedia: Broadway
• KCTV5: Motorcycle Crash Leaves 1 Dead
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Theater