Passing the Story: Stars of Tomorrow and A Colonial Tale

Passing the Story: Stars of Tomorrow and A Colonial Tale

Every story begins somewhere. As Newtown Arts Company's 2026 Stars of Tomorrow program brings A Colonial Tale to life during America's 250th anniversary, we asked one simple question: Why do we tell stories? The answers became a story of their own. Lisa Reiser & Michelle McNamara, Producers Alyssa Wiltbank, Director Mike Dettra, Music Director Malloree Neuman, Costume Director Jim Banar, Playwright   For more on Newtown Arts Company, visit www.newtownartscompany.com [https://newtownartscompany.com/].

There’s No Place Like the Stage: Behind the Scenes at Stars of Tomorrow 2025

Newtown Arts Company's Backstage Buzz returns with a trip down the yellow brick road as we revisit the Stars of Tomorrow youth program — one year later. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on an original adaptation of The Wizard of Oz and hear directly from the student performers, volunteers, and creative team who bring the magic to life in just five days. From first rehearsals to final bows, it’s a whirlwind of teamwork, talent, and theatrical transformation.   Stars of Tomorrow Performance Friday, July 11, 2025 @ 2: 00 p.m. Newtown Theatre, 120 N State St, Newtown PA 18940 Purchase tickets for the production HERE [https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLD20N89A1SRH/checkout/AZA7EPXRCKZ6TZ74N2QDPUBI].   To learn more about Newtown Arts Company, visit www.newtownartscompany.com [https://newtownartscompany.com/].

Made of Star Stuff: Interviews on Set with Stars of Tomorrow 2024

Newtown Arts Company's Backstage Buzz goes on set with Stars of Tomorrow 2024 as they rehearse their production for their first summer session: Snow White and the Many, Many Dwarves. We hear from from volunteers and students about what its like being a part of Stars. A special shout out to the production team: Lisa Reiser, Production Manager Dana Sutchko, Director Mike Dettra, Playwright/Music Director Malloree Neuman, Wardrobe Expert Alyssa Wiltbank, Choreographer Melissa Victor, Production Assistant Michelle McNamara, Production Assistant Ainslee Santa Croce, Production Assistant Interested in the program? Learn more here [https://newtownartscompany.com/youth-programs-stars-of-tomorrow/]. Want tickets to see the show? Follow this link to purchase tickets [https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#search/stars+big+email/FMfcgzQVxRDtBpHRZJBvPSNHfwFLclCL?compose=CllgCJlDTRQKZhZQjNgRrTPnmbgFdDGPJGXfdjNczXvgBwmspcbXCtfCCVjBNtdqvrXbSQtJcjV].

This is 40: Interview with Performer and Now Producer Kevin Ogborn

In this episode, we catch up with performer Kevin Ogborn about his recent run in Newtown Arts Company's production of Jekyll and Hyde: The Musical just as he was preparing to emcee and perform at the company's 40th anniversary celebration along with gearing up for a few other projects. Tune in to learn what roped Kevin into his growing involvement with the Newtown Arts Company. For more on Newtown Arts Company, visit https://newtownartscompany.com [https://newtownartscompany.com].

The Theatre as the Third Place: Interview with Newtown Theatre's Andy Smith

There is just something about the Newtown Theatre. In this episode, an interview with Andy Smith, Executive Director of Newtown Theatre, gets to the heart of why Newtown Theatre has stood the test of time as the heart of Newtown, Pennsylvania.  For all the latest happenings at Newtown Theatre, visit their website at https://www.thenewtowntheatre.com [https://www.thenewtowntheatre.com]. Interested in becoming a member, visit: https://www.thenewtowntheatre.com/members [https://www.thenewtowntheatre.com/members]. Want to donate? More information can be found here [https://www.thenewtowntheatre.com/donate].