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Currently all rehearsals are held at:
UU Church of Studio City
12355 Moorpark ST.
Studio City, 91604
UU Church of Studio City
12355 Moorpark ST.
Studio City, 91604
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Email: risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net
Phone: (818) 749-8051
ABOUT US
FAQ's
Rising Star Children’s Musical Theatre Troupe is a non-profit organization striving to raise the bar in the realm of children's musical theatre workshops. We offer interested children an opportunity to participate in all aspects of a musical theatre production that includes a wide variety of performance disciplines culminating in a performance in a professional venue. We offer a placer our kids to grow as performers and as a people, develop new and lasting friendships, and discover new levels of self-confidence.
Our instructors are highly qualified teachers dedicated to making this experience joyful and enriching for the kids. Our teachers bring to the organization a varied background in many creative disciplines, boasting over a century of experience in professional theatre, television, film, and the recording arts.
Rising Star productions are exciting and everyone has a great time learning and working to create the shows.
Rising Star Musical Theatre Troupe is the beautiful manifestation of a dream by Beth Meurer. In 2006 this incredible organization began as a tlny, local, nonprofit group for children who want to explore the musical theatre world. We put together our first full production, Oklahoma!. Over the next few years the Board of directors grew, the staff changed, and Rising Star continues growing and changing.
In 2019 our goal is to move Rising Star into our own space. We are raising funds to purchase a property and build a theatrical space. This will move Rising Star into a new category of children's productions and Performing Arts .
Our instructors are highly qualified teachers dedicated to making this experience joyful and enriching for the kids. Our teachers bring to the organization a varied background in many creative disciplines, boasting over a century of experience in professional theatre, television, film, and the recording arts.
Rising Star productions are exciting and everyone has a great time learning and working to create the shows.
Rising Star Musical Theatre Troupe is the beautiful manifestation of a dream by Beth Meurer. In 2006 this incredible organization began as a tlny, local, nonprofit group for children who want to explore the musical theatre world. We put together our first full production, Oklahoma!. Over the next few years the Board of directors grew, the staff changed, and Rising Star continues growing and changing.
In 2019 our goal is to move Rising Star into our own space. We are raising funds to purchase a property and build a theatrical space. This will move Rising Star into a new category of children's productions and Performing Arts .
What is Rising Star Children's Musical Theatre Troupe?
Rising Star is a performance based theater program for students ages 5-16. RS provides the unique opportunity for aspiring young actors to be in a musical cast only with children.
Where and when do the rehearsals and shows take place?
RS rehearses and performs at the Grove Theater Center, 1100 W. Clark Ave., Burbank, CA.
How many performers are accepted into the cast?
We are looking for 10 - 25 young performers, actors and singers. Depending on which program your child is participating in.
What is the age range of children who are auditioning?
The age range is 5 - 16.
What do I need to prepare for the audition?
You need to prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theater song that shows off your personality and vocal ability. Bring an accompaniment CD. You will also be asked to read a monologue or short scene. You may also be asked to do a dance audition.
Do I need theater experience to audition?
Not necessarily. We are looking for young artists who can sing and act, and who love to perform. This does not mean you need to have tons of experience; it means you need to have the desire to learn and work hard.
Is my child guaranteed a leading role in the show ?
The short answer? No. We can not promise that anyone will be cast in a leading role. We do however, have a RS policy: Any child who is cast in a big role is not eligible for a big role in the next show they are in. That means, if you decide not to participate in our next production, you still will not be eligible to have the big role in the next show you participate in. As with every RS program, we believe that every actor — regardless of the "size" of their part — deserves a moment to shine. We work hard to give everyone their moment.
When will I know if I have been accepted?
In RS everyone is accepted up to our maximum. The best way to guarantee that you are cast is to enroll early. Once you have enrolled you will be sent a registration packet to complete that will contain all the information you need to participate.
Is there a cost to participate?
Yes. RS is a tuition-based program. Tuitions are set for each age group. With some discounts for siblings.
Are there scholarships available?
There are a few need-based scholarships available for families that qualify. If you are interested, you need to complete a scholarship application, and bring it to your audition.
How is the RS different from other programs?
RS's program is completely performance based. Students spend all of their time focusing on the production performances, acting skills, dancing skills, and singing.
If you have any questions that were not answered here please feel free to email: risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net or call (818) 749-8051. We are always happy to talk to anyone who is interested in our programs.
Beth Meurer
Rising Star is a performance based theater program for students ages 5-16. RS provides the unique opportunity for aspiring young actors to be in a musical cast only with children.
Where and when do the rehearsals and shows take place?
RS rehearses and performs at the Grove Theater Center, 1100 W. Clark Ave., Burbank, CA.
How many performers are accepted into the cast?
We are looking for 10 - 25 young performers, actors and singers. Depending on which program your child is participating in.
What is the age range of children who are auditioning?
The age range is 5 - 16.
What do I need to prepare for the audition?
You need to prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theater song that shows off your personality and vocal ability. Bring an accompaniment CD. You will also be asked to read a monologue or short scene. You may also be asked to do a dance audition.
Do I need theater experience to audition?
Not necessarily. We are looking for young artists who can sing and act, and who love to perform. This does not mean you need to have tons of experience; it means you need to have the desire to learn and work hard.
Is my child guaranteed a leading role in the show ?
The short answer? No. We can not promise that anyone will be cast in a leading role. We do however, have a RS policy: Any child who is cast in a big role is not eligible for a big role in the next show they are in. That means, if you decide not to participate in our next production, you still will not be eligible to have the big role in the next show you participate in. As with every RS program, we believe that every actor — regardless of the "size" of their part — deserves a moment to shine. We work hard to give everyone their moment.
When will I know if I have been accepted?
In RS everyone is accepted up to our maximum. The best way to guarantee that you are cast is to enroll early. Once you have enrolled you will be sent a registration packet to complete that will contain all the information you need to participate.
Is there a cost to participate?
Yes. RS is a tuition-based program. Tuitions are set for each age group. With some discounts for siblings.
Are there scholarships available?
There are a few need-based scholarships available for families that qualify. If you are interested, you need to complete a scholarship application, and bring it to your audition.
How is the RS different from other programs?
RS's program is completely performance based. Students spend all of their time focusing on the production performances, acting skills, dancing skills, and singing.
If you have any questions that were not answered here please feel free to email: risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net or call (818) 749-8051. We are always happy to talk to anyone who is interested in our programs.
Beth Meurer
Our Staff
Beth Meurer - Director & Musical Director
With over 30 years as a performer in musical theatre, opera, and Rock and Roll under her belt, Beth is thrilled to be in the position of sharing her passion for music and musical theatre. Beth began Rising Star on a dream and a song and it has taken on a life of its own and is singing! Beth's musical career began when she was a child and she lived a musical dream performing for live audiences all over the country for over 25 years in Rock bands. Her dream is to find a home for Rising Star where children of all ages can watch their musical dreams come to life and flourish.
Brenda Parise - Choreographer & Assistant Director
Brenda is our beloved & talented choreographer who has a true passion for sharing what she knows. Brenda spent many years with a touring dance troupe and we are fortunate that she is a part of our organization. Brenda has a gift for creating a professional dance group with kids who have no previous experience.
Cynthia Helmerich - Director of Little Stars and Stage Manager for Lucky Stars and Rising Star. Cindy has been our rock for over 6 years. With her background in child development and theatre arts she is an invaluable member of our Rising Star team
Our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors
Beth Meurer - CEO/ Director
Cynthia Helmerich
Brenda Parise - Brenda is a dancer, choreographer, mother, and all around Fabulous person.
Rising Star is blessed to have such a supportive Board of Directors.
Email us at risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net
Call us at (818) 749-8051
Beth Meurer - CEO/ Director
Cynthia Helmerich
Brenda Parise - Brenda is a dancer, choreographer, mother, and all around Fabulous person.
Rising Star is blessed to have such a supportive Board of Directors.
Email us at risingstarcmtt@sbcglobal.net
Call us at (818) 749-8051