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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to The Wizard of Oz!
At Rising Stars Performing Arts - Tickets Available Now + Winter/Spring Classes Live!
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Get ready to embark on a journey down the yellow brick road! Rising Stars Performing Arts proudly presents The Wizard of Oz and The Wizard of Oz Youth, a heartwarming, multigenerational production that brings L. Frank Baum’s classic tale to life. This enchanting show will feature a talented, diverse cast of all ages—from budding young performers to seasoned actors—taking the stage at New Canaan Country School from November 15th to November 17th.
Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they journey through Oz, facing witches, encountering magical friends, and searching for courage, heart, wisdom, and a way back home. Perfect for the whole family, The Wizard of Oz will captivate audiences of all ges with its timeless story, memorable music, and delightful characters.
Showtimes:
November 15 at 7:30 pm – The Wizard of Oz
November 16 at 3:30 pm – The Wizard of Oz Youth
November 16 at 7:30 pm – The Wizard of Oz
November 17 at 12:00 pm – The Wizard of Oz Youth
November 17 at 3:30 pm – The Wizard of Oz
Secure your seats today and experience this magical journey over the rainbow!
www.risingstars-ct.org/tickets
Spotlight on Rising Stars’ College Bound Program
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It’s been a busy season at Rising Stars, where we recently completed prescreens and coachings with our nine seniors in the College Bound Program. These talented high school seniors are now eagerly awaiting audition results as they compete for spots in some of the nation’s top BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Acting, BM Vocal Performance, and BM Music Education programs. With over 11 years of success, the College Bound Program has consistently supported students in achieving acceptances to top-tier conservatories and universities. We look forward to celebrating each student’s journey!
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Exciting Fall Updates at Rising Stars
Rising Stars Performing Arts is thrilled to welcome Tim McGarrigal, whose jazz and ballet classes have quickly become student favorites. Patrick McGill returns for his fourth year to lead our popular musicianship classes, now in person, and to direct Of Mice and Mozart, our upcoming elementary production premiering in January.
Senior company member Katie Donahue is gaining valuable experience as an intern choreographer and assistant director, working under Patrick’s mentorship as she prepares for a career in music education. Additionally, Paul Chernysh, another senior company member, serves as the teaching assistant in Intermediate Music Theory, where he is continuing to sharpen his sight-reading and musicianship skills as he plans pursues a degree in vocal performance and opera.
Our high school students are hard at work in Artistic Director Joe Santaniello’s 13th annual Best of Broadway class, creating an original, devised theatre piece that will debut in January.
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Winter/Spring Classes Now Open for Registration!
We’re excited to announce that registration for our winter/spring classes and shows is now live!
Here’s what’s coming up:
Junior Musical: Fiddler on the Roof Jr. (Grades 5-10) – Rehearsals on Saturdays. This beloved classic offers a variety of roles, rich characters, and stylized dance opportunities.
Elementary Production: Cinderella… if the Shoe Fits (Grades K-5) – Rehearsals on Wednesdays. A fun, lighthearted show for younger performers.
High School Play: Picnic by William Inge – Rehearsals on Mondays. A fantastic opportunity for high school students to dive into a rich, dramatic work.
Broadway Finishing School Mock Audition Class (High School) – Tuesdays. This popular class focuses on preparing for real-world auditions.
Weekly Musicianship Classes – Wednesdays.
Drop-In Dance Classes – Thursdays.
Acting Classes – Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Voice, Speech, & Lyrical Diction Course (Zoom, Sundays).
To learn more or register, visit us at www.risingstars-ct.org. Don’t miss out on a season filled with creativity, skill-building, and unforgettable performances—sign up today!
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