Starbright Youth Theatre

06/15/2026

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Seven years ago, I started Starbright Youth Theatre with nothing but a dream and a belief in what kids can do when they’re given a stage. Those kids have changed me. They’ve filled my life with laughter, courage, tiny breakthroughs, big moments, and the kind of joy you never forget. Today, with a full and very tender heart, I’m sharing that I’ve officially passed Starbright on to my incredible Artistic Director, Savada J. Gilmore- someone who loves this place as deeply as I do. He has poured his heart into this program and who I trust completely to lead it into its next chapter. Savada So Savvy Gilmore thank you for your friendship and for being there through the highs, the lows, the long days, and the laughs. I’m so grateful to you for making this transition easier than I ever imagined. Love you more.

To every child who trusted me, every family who supported me, and every colleague who stood beside me: thank you. You’ve been my world. And while this is a huge chapter shift, it’s not goodbye. I still get to watch these amazing kids shine onstage and feel the joy of everything we built. Thank you for filling these
seven years with memories I’ll carry forever. Love you Most.

With love, gratitude and a full heart,
Your Fairy Godmother,
Karon Evans

06/01/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT! We're excited to officially share our exhilarating Fall 2026 & Winter 2027 Mainstage Season in Raleigh/Knightdale!!!

IMAGINATION • LOVE • UNITY • FRIENDSHIP • SELF-DISCOVERY

"Madagascar A Musical Adventure KIDS" (RALEIGH) - For 1st - 5th graders! This production process will run from Sept 1st - Nov 14th, meeting on Tuesdays from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM!

"Disney's Frozen JR." (KNIGHTDALE) - This production process will run from Aug 31st - Dec 12th, meeting on Mondays from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM!

"How to Train Your Dragon The Musical JR." (RALEIGH) - For 1st - 6th graders! This production process will run from Sept 2nd - Jan 16th, meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM!

"How to Train Your Dragon The Musical JR." (RALEIGH) - For 7th - 12th graders! This production process will run from Sept 2nd - Jan 23rd, meeting on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM!

"Peter and the Starcatcher" (RALEIGH) - For Ages 14 - 19! This production process will run from Sept 1st - Feb 6th, meeting every Tuesday AND Thursday from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, along with various Sundays from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM!

IMAGINATION • LOVE • UNITY • FRIENDSHIP • SELF-DISCOVERY

For more information, details, and REGISTRATION, please use this link: Fall Productions 2026 https://share.google/8ztlVK2szf6fcGJkz

05/17/2026

Our first three performances of HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION have been monumentally MOVING, MAGICAL, and MESMERIZING!!! ✨️

Come experience this EPIC journey with us later today, Sun, May 17 @ 4:30 PM, as we perform our final show!

Purchase tickets HERE: https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

05/14/2026

Introducing our cast of HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION!

✨️TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!✨️

Come join us and experience the EPIC folk opera by Anaïs Mitchell, which intertwines the classic Greek myths of Orpheus/Eurydice and Hades/Persephone! Set in a post-apocalyptic, jazz-influenced industrial world, the story follows a talented young musician's quest to save his love from a harsh underworld, to which she fled for security during hard times!

🎭 Running this weekend (May 15-17)

🎟 https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

📍IMAGINX Studio Center, Raleigh, NC

04/25/2026

OPENING NIGHT of "SHReK The Musical JR.," starring our phenomenal RALEIGH CAST, was SHReK-TACULAR!!! BRAVO and CONGRATS to the entire cast, crew, and creative team of this show, on a sensational start to this production run! 💚☀️

There are (2) more chances to join us on this EPIC journey TODAY, Sat, Apr 25, at 2:00 PM & 6:30 PM! Purchase tickets at the door OR in advance through our online box office HERE: https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

04/22/2026

"Things are looking up here in Duloc!" We're loading in scenery and set for "SHReK The Musical JR.," starring our (Raleigh) Cast, and we're so excited to see it all come together! 💚☀️

Come experience the journey with us this weekend! Tickets to all (3) shows can be purchased in advance online HERE: https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

04/17/2026

Our upcoming production of "SHReK The Musical JR.," starring our spectacular (Raleigh) cast, runs next weekend, AND, on behalf of SHREK, DONKEY, FIONA, and a host of other beloved Fairy Tale Creatures, we think it's safe to say that our audiences are in for a real special treat! We hope to see you there!!! 💚☀️

Want to purchase tickets in advance? Click HERE: https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

04/11/2026

OPENING NIGHT of "SHReK The Musical KIDS" was something straight out of a fairy tale storybook! BRAVO and CONGRATS to this extraordinary cast, crew, and creative team, on an EPIC start to this production run!!!

Come experience this iconic journey of self-acceptance, love, and friendship, TODAY at 2:00 PM & 6:30 PM! 💚

Purchase tickets in advance HERE: https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

(Non-selfie) Photo Cred 📷 & Poster Design: Emelie McCarroll ❤️

04/09/2026

Our production of "SHReK The Musical KIDS" runs this weekend and we couldn't be more excited to share it with audiences!

"BEWARE OGRE," of course, but also be prepared to laugh, cry, cheer, and applaud, when you join us on this one-of-a-kind journey of finding true acceptance and friendship!

Tickets to all (3) shows can be purchased in advance through our online box office HERE: https://www.ticketsource.com/starbrightyt

We can't wait to see YOU there!!! 💚

02/19/2026

We've added an Intro to Musical Theatre class on Saturdays! Join us at

Located at 5209 Oak Park Rd Raleigh, NC 27612