Next auditions: A Midsummer Night’s Dream April 12-13
Spotlight’s spin on Shakespeare’s timeless comedy will take the stage May 21-23. Actors ages 14-19 can audition April 12-13.
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Next on stage: Playfest Apr. 23-25
Actors ages 12-19 can “Go the Distance” for three winning new short plays in Playfest 2020-’21, with auditions Sunday and Monday next week. Three talented young directors will helm this exciting showcase of new playwrights.
Read moreTips for watching videos online
So you’re going to watch a Spotlight show online? That’s fantastic! Nothing replaces the excitement and connection of a performance
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Stars shine at the Drive-in Cabaret Mar. 23
SYT hosted a music-filled evening with food, concessions and raffled prizes in the safety of the parking lot. Read more →
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Transgender Representation:
PhxStages interviews Potty Party cast
PhxStages interviews three cast members of Kenny Grossman’s satirical play about discrimination against the transgender community.
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Spring 2021 performance troupes announced
Ages 8-16 grow their skills in our performance troupes, Sparkles, Confetti, and Celebration.
See the troupes page for information about the program. Auditions are held before each fall and spring term.
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Spotlight rolls out 2020-2021 season
Spotlight Youth Theatre’s 2020-2021 season is a diverse mix of classic and new material to showcase our performers’ acting skills. Read about the six shows to expect through January!
SYT is trying new formats to keep performers and patrons safe. Artistic Director Kenny Grossman set up the first half of the season first, in order to learn the best approaches to take for the spring schedule.
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2019-2020 National Youth Arts Awards
SYT artists won 31 National Youth Arts Awards from among 59 nominations for the 2019-2020 season.
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The Soul of Frankenstein
Oct. 30—Nov. 1: Creature or Creator: which one is the Monster? A new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Written by Bobby Sample. Directed by Kenny Grossman and Bobby Sample.
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2019-2020 Gobies held online
Spotlight’s annual celebration where we honor actors who helped make the 2019-2020 season memorable!
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Emmett’s Art Project
Nov. 20–22: Kids confront racism in this world-premiere drama for teens and adults. Written by Brianna Fallon and Abbey Yee.
Directed by Brianna Fallon.
Wanted: Santa Claus
Dec. 20–22: Santa has been framed, and it’s up to his Elves and an angel to help save the true meaning of the holidays. Written by L. Henry Dowell. Directed by Jack Taylor.
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Cinderella: A Rock & Roll Fairytale
Jan. 2–3:
Kenny Grossman’s rock & roll version of “Cinderella” in a musical theatre camp!
Directed by Heather Walker.
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Whatever, Just Wash Your Hands (A Potty Party)
Feb. 5–7: This wacky satire about a theatre defending transgender rights redefines “potty humor”! Written and directed by Kenny Grossman.
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Desperate Housewives of Shakespeare
Apr. 9-11: Shakespeare has been found murdered, and most of his female lead characters have a motive! Written by Jim and Jane Jefferies. Directed by Brenda Goodenberger.
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Spotlight Playfest 2020-’21: Go the Distance
Apr. 23-25: One show premiering three winning one-act plays by Rebecca Bain, Emily Benoit, and Katie Kloberdanz. Directed by Christian Bader, Charlie Rabago, and Callista Walker.
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
May 21-23: It’s a night of mixed up lovers and magic spells in this beloved comedy-fantasy by William Shakespeare. Adapted & directed by Kenny Grossman.
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Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical JV
Jun. 18-20: A colorful history lesson reminding us that our differences are to be celebrated! By Melvin Tunstall III, Greb Borowsky, and Douglas Lyons. Directed by Kenny Grossman.
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2019-2020 ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence
Spotlight Youth Theatre won 15 “Zonis” from among its 45 nominations for ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence for the 2019-2020 season.
Read more2017-2018 Season
See a season recap and links to all the shows in the 2017-2018 season.
Read more2018-2019 Season
See a season recap and links to all the shows in the 2018-2019 season.
Read more2019-2020 Season
See a season recap and links to all the shows in the 2019-2020 season.
Read more2020-2021 Season
Spotlight Youth Theatre presents a 2020-2021 season designed around precautions for the Covid-19 pandemic, with a mix of limited live events and shows streamed online.
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A look back at 2019-2020: Photo Galleries
Check out photo galleries of Spotlight shows from 2019-2020 and previous seasons!
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