STARS ON STAGE
A Partnership between Broken Arrow PAC and Broken Arrow Public Schools
Welcome to STARS ON STAGE at Broken Arrow Public Schools!
Broken Arrow Public Schools is empowering children with disabilities to develop creative skills related to the theatre arts because we believe everyone deserves access to the arts. Broken Arrow Public Schools is seeking young artists and star peers from 5th-12th grades. To participate you must be a current BAPS student. There is no fee to participate in this program.
For their upcoming season, Stars On Stage invites you to dive into the magic with Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. —a splashy adventure adapted from Disney’s Broadway hit and beloved animated classic. Follow Ariel and her friends “under the sea” as they explore a dazzling underwater kingdom filled with unforgettable music, breathtaking imagination, and heartwarming storytelling. With a book by Doug Wright, music by Alan Menken, and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, this enchanting production is perfect for audiences of all ages.
Be part of the magic February 6–7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., and February 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Participants:
Star Artists with Developmental Disabilities
Looking for artists from 5th-12th grades for the Stars On Stage program. This program provides children with all abilities the chance to shine. There are no restrictions based on the level of cognitive ability, restriction of mobility, or lack of communication skills.
Star Peers
Looking for volunteers from 5th-12th grades to participate in the Stars On Stage program as peers. Star Peers rehearse alongside their partners, The Stars, who are differently-abled students or alumni. Star Peers learn the Stars' lines, music and choreography so they can assist throughout rehearsals and even onstage during productions. Star Peers will be costumed to mirror their Stars and will assist them as needed.
When do rehearsals start?
Star Peers will need to attend one of the two trainings offered on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd, from 6 pm - 8 pm, or Thursday, Sept. 25th, from 6 pm - 8 pm at the BAPAC. The first rehearsal for everyone will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 30th, from 6 pm -7:30 pm at the BAPAC. Rehearsals are held 1-2 times a week for the first month, with additional rehearsal days added each month until February's performance. Rehearsals will be held at the Kirkland Theatre and the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center.
Rehearsals will be one hour and thirty minutes long. We will spend the first 5-10 minutes doing warm-up dances, then move on to learning songs and dances for the show!
Stars On Stage Schedule Link: https://tinyurl.com/3wj2s2s3
**Please keep in mind that the schedule is always subject to change. Since it’s digital, we will be able to make changes right away. Make sure you can access this document to check it frequently.**
Want to learn more?
Please contact Kim Vento at kvento@baschools.org or Shannon Walsh at swalsh@baschools.org for questions about this program.
REGISTRATION FORM LINKS:
• Star Artists with Developmental Disabilities Registration Form
Registration is first come, first serve, and with limited spots available for both Artists and Peers, spaces are expected to fill quickly! Once capacity is reached, we will move to a waitlist.
