Rising Star Theatre Company

Rising Star Theatre Company Founded in 2009, RSTC provides quality productions and meaningful experiences for the people of Dubuque and the surrounding tri-state communities.

Founding and current Producing Artistic Director Nicholas Halder and Megan Schumacher formed Rising Star Theatre Company in the summer of 2009. To date, over 800 people have participated both on and offstage in one of our productions, over 15,000 people have attended those productions and strong ties have been made with local organizations through education and outreach efforts. The primary purpos

e of the company is to provide a vehicle for education in production and development of theatre, as well as to encourage community participation and appreciation of all aspects of theatre. The skills that the participants learn from engaging in arts activities will be invaluable to them in their lives. Rising Star Theatre Company provides programming opportunities throughout the year. These opportunities include:

High School Production (This production is open to those students just completing 8th grade to graduating high school)

July Production (This production is open to all ages based on the casting requirements of the show.) Youth Production (This production is open to ages eight through eighteen. Every child who auditions will be cast in this production, which is unique in Dubuque.) Cabaret Series and various other events through the year.

Fall theatre opportunities for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade! Starting soon!!!! For more details and to regis...
09/06/2026

Fall theatre opportunities for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade! Starting soon!!!! For more details and to register, visit https://risingstar.coursestorm.com

Fall theatre opportunities for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade! Starting soon!!!! For more details and to regi...
09/04/2026

Fall theatre opportunities for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade! Starting soon!!!! For more details and to register, visit https://risingstar.coursestorm.com

If you like making things up on the spot, this workshop is for you! Students and staff will engage in a series of impro...
09/03/2026

If you like making things up on the spot, this workshop is for you! Students and staff will engage in a series of improvisational games to keep you on your toes! Get ready to jump right into this unscripted fun! Taught by Greg Ernzen and Dubuque Senior Unscripted Team Members. Details and registration at https://risingstar.coursestorm.com/

This Fall we’re bringing the energy of the big game to the big stage! Get ready to run, jump, cheer, and perform as we c...
09/02/2026

This Fall we’re bringing the energy of the big game to the big stage! Get ready to run, jump, cheer, and perform as we combine the excitement of sports with the creativity of theatre. Through theatre games, improv, props, and plenty of team spirit, campers will build confidence, learn to think on their feet, and let their imaginations run wild. Campers will work together to create their very own sports-inspired story to perform, while learning that being part of a team is just as important on stage as it is on the field! Whether they’re a star quarterback, a superstar gymnast, a soccer sensation, or the world’s greatest cheerleader, this camp is sure to be a total slam dunk! Details and registration here: https://risingstar.coursestorm.com

Explore the wild weather outside with your favorite characters from musicals across the ages! This musical fall camp wil...
09/01/2026

Explore the wild weather outside with your favorite characters from musicals across the ages! This musical fall camp will feature music and scenes from Oklahoma! and Singing in the Rain, among other numbers with a forecast for fun! Students will brave the elements as they incorporate acting, singing, and dancing into a performance at the end of the sessions. Details and registration here: https://risingstar.coursestorm.com

If you love being behind the camera or in front of it, we have a fall camp for you! Students will learn the principles ...
08/31/2026

If you love being behind the camera or in front of it, we have a fall camp for you! Students will learn the principles of filmmaking, storytelling, and editing as they work together to create their very own short films! Perfect for aspiring film makers, this camp combines creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving in a fun and dynamic environment! Details and registration here: https://risingstar.coursestorm.com

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our talented students these past 3 weeks! Everyone involved in The SpongeB...
08/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our talented students these past 3 weeks! Everyone involved in The SpongeBob Musical appreciates you being a part of this amazing journey to Bikini Bottom!

Another special thank you goes out to our fantastic production sponsors, Dupaco Community Credit Union and The Buzz Creative Group. Your generosity made this incredible show possible, and we couldn't have brought this story to life without you!

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2100 Stone Hill Road
Dubuque, IA
52003

Telephone

+15632310110

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