REGISTRATION: 
Registrations are open and are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
A limited number of spots are available for all intensives/workshops. 
 

Registration/Payment must be made within 24 hours of accepting a role.

* Registrations are limited and enrollment is NOT guaranteed.


 REGISTRATION FEES: 
The registration fee for any Theatre Intensive and/or Workshop is $550/child + $25-100* costume fee.  
        * costume fees are mandatory and will be dependent on show.

Registration fee covers theatre instruction for the term allocated for the specific intensive/workshop and includes but is not limited to: acting, singing, dancing.


 AUDITIONS: 
Auditions for the Spring 2025 Workshops are in person
  - January 18 (2-4PM) for Beetlejuice Jr
  - January 19 (2-4PM) for Gatsby The Musical

Auditions are mandatory for ALL NEWCOMERS to determine the best match for roles/parts (leads and ensemble).
Those who have participated in our summer or fall 2024 intensives/workshops, do not need to audition. You may simply register.

All auditions must be scheduled via www.calendly.com/risingstarsytc.
If your child is unable to do a virtual audition, please contact the director at risingstarsytc@gmail.com, to make other arrangements.
 

Registration/Payment must be made within 24 hours of accepting a role.


 REHEARSAL SCHEDULES: 
- Summer Intensives run daily - Monday to Friday from 9AM to 3PM.
 

- Fall / Spring Workshops will run on Sundays 
            Sundays 1-4PM for juniors and 4-7PM for teens
 

 LOCATION:  
Pehrson Hall / The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta   
32 Main Street - Sparta NJ

You do not need to live in-state to participate in any of our programs, but you will need to have a means of transportation to get to and from camp, every day in addition to show dates.

 

 DAILY DISMISSAL: 
All children must be picked up from inside the building and signed out. No child may wander out by themselves.

This pick-up policy is mandatory.

Children walking unaccompanied to meet rides in other locations will not be allowed due to safety concerns. We need to ensure each child transitions safely from our supervision to an authorized guardian at the end of rehearsals and programs.

We appreciate parents and family members abiding by this rule. Please come to the entrance to sign out your child and accompany them to your vehicle. Following this policy helps us maintain student security

 PERFORMANCES: 
Performances are MANDATORY and will be held on the Friday and/or Saturday following the intensive's end.
On the occasion that a show sells out, we may add a 3rd show on Saturday at 7PM - this is also mandatory.
Please keep this day/time open.

SPRING 2025
 

• GATSBY: The Musical (Teens - ages 14-18)
  Friday May 2 at 7PM and Saturday May 3 at 2PM
  Possible 3rd show may be added on May 3 at 7PM
  Location: Pehrson Hall / First Presbyterian Church of Sparta  | 32 Main Street Sparta NJ
   

• BEETLEJUICE JR. (Juniors - ages 8-14)
  Friday May 2 at 7PM and Saturday May 3 at 2PM
  Possible 3rd show may be added on May 3 at 7PM
  Location:  Pehrson Hall / First Presbyterian Church of Sparta  | 32 Main Street Sparta NJ
  
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 SHOW TICKETS: 
Tickets for performances usually will be available for purchase by June 20, online-only, via Ticket Tailor.

All tickets are $20/each and are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged due to Ticket Tailor's policies.
 

Inclement Weather Policy for Rising Stars:

• Per your ticketing agreement, there are no refunds.

• The Box Office will contact you with these options:

  • Re-schedule your tickets to another performance of the same show.

  • Re-schedule your tickets to a performance of another show, at no additional cost.
     

• https://www.tickettailor.com/events/risingstarsyouththeatrecompany/
  
   

 NO REFUND POLICY: 
Rising Stars Youth Theatre Co has a NO REFUND policy, unless, for a medical emergency, and a formal doctor's note must be submitted from a licensed physician and is subject to review by the Board.
Notes/letters that are not from a state-licensed physician, will NOT be accepted.
If such a request is decided in favor of a refund, it shall be $200 less of the total price paid, for administrative fees.

 - The "No Refund Policy" becomes valid once a role is accepted by the child and/or parent.
 - Discounted rates are NOT eligible for a refund.
 - No Refunds will be granted for any reason (medical or other) if the request is 1-4 weeks before the start of an intensive/workshop or after the intensive/workshop starts.

* Requests for a refund must sent via a formal request in writing, with accompanying documentation.


 NO TRANSFER POLICY: 
Rising Stars Youth Theatre Co has a NO-TRANSFER policy.

Registrations cannot be transferred between intensives/workshops. If you have paid in full for your child to participate in a specific program, they may not exchange that registration for a different intensive/workshop.

• Ex: if you registered/paid for Chicago you can not request to change for The Addams Family

 DISCOUNTS & PROMOTIONS: 

Discounts may occasionally be offered via early registration for the time determined via social media promos. 
Discounts and promotions cannot be applied retroactively.
If you have already paid in full or accepted a role in a program, you are not eligible for any discounts or promotions offered after your registration.

• Ex: if you register and pay for an intensive/workshop and then 3 weeks later we offer a promotional discount, that discount would not apply to your existing registration.

• Winnings from contests, raffles\tricky-trays, or giveaways cannot be combined with, substituted, or cashed for regular intensive registrations that have already been purchased beforehand.

If you have an issue with this policy, you may choose to withdraw your child from the camp or program and receive a refund less a $200 administrative fee.
*Discounted rates are deemed "non-refundable.

 ATTENDANCE POLICY: 
Attendance is extremely important and vital when preparing for such a large production and we encourage parents to enforce this with their child. Our programs rely on every child's participation as a team, not a solo one.
If a child misses more than 3 days, they will removed from the intensive/show. Exceptions to this rule due to extenuating circumstances are at the discretion of the director and Board.
 - Any lead role missing 3 or more days, she/he will be recast from a lead to an ensemble.
 - Anyone late more than 4 times will be reviewed by the Board.

*NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED for recasting or removal of child, due to excessive lateness and/or absences.


 ATTITUDE AND BEHAVIOR POLICY: 

At Rising Stars Youth Theatre, we strive to provide a positive, nurturing environment that inspires our actors to do their best.

We have a zero-tolerance policy for negative attitudes, inappropriate behavior, bullying, teasing, or disrespect of any kind. This includes physical abuse, foul language, bullying (in-person or online), negative social media posts, stealing, or unwillingness to participate.

Any assault will be reported to local authorities. If any problematic behavior arises, we will notify parents immediately. If the issue is not resolved by the next rehearsal, the child will be dismissed from the program without a refund.
 

This policy extends to parents and family members. If a parent demonstrates disrespect, negativity, bullying, or violence of any kind, they and their child will be removed from the program right away without a refund.
 

Our goal is to provide a positive environment where all participants feel safe, respected, and inspired to achieve their creative potential. We appreciate your partnership in making Rising Stars a supportive place for youth to grow through theater arts.

*If your child is removed due to any of the above-mentioned issues, NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED.


 CELL PHONE POLICY: 
Rising Stars Youth Theatre has a no cell phone usage policy during program hours, except during designated breaks.
Cell phones must be put away during all rehearsals.

If a student uses their phone during rehearsal after being reminded of the policy, it will be confiscated until the end of the day when a parent can pick it up. If a student is called out more than 2-3 times for phone use, they will lose the privilege of bringing a phone to the program.

Repeated cell phone usage during rehearsals, after reminders, may result in dismissal from the program under our Attitude/Behavior Policy.

We aim to provide an environment free of distractions, where students can focus on building their creative skills.

We appreciate parents’ partnership in enforcing this policy by speaking with your student and reiterating the expectations around appropriate cell phone usage. Phones may be used during break times and picked up at the end of rehearsal. Our goal is to minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment. Please let us know if you have any questions!
 

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 COSTUME FEES: 

Each show has a costume fee, which is mandatory. The director and/or staff will announce the fee before the start of the intensive. Costume fees may range from $25 to $100.

 

 CAST T-SHIRTS: 
Cast t-shirts will be available for purchase before the start of any intensive.  T-shirts will proudly display the show logo along with RSYTC's.  T-shirts are $20 (up to XL) and $25 (for larger sizes)
Please note that the purchase of a cast t-shirt is optional and not a requirement.


 PLAYBILL BOOSTER ADS: 
You will have the opportunity to purchase an ad for your child in the show Playbill.
The ad can include a photo of your child and text of your choice (limited per size).
You will receive Playbill Ads Order sheets on the first day of camp.
For families with more than one child in the show, you have the option to purchase one ad for all of your children or separate ones for each child. 
Please note that Playbill ads are optional, not a requirement.
* Booster ads are non-refundable.


 COMMUNICATIONS: 
All official communications regarding any/all intensives are posted on the BAND APP and FACEBOOK pages.
All cast members and their parents must join! 

Officials emails only will come from:
Laura Rizzo (Exec. Director) email: risingstarsytc@gmail.com | phone: 973.346.2426
Renata Ginter (VP/Board of Directors) email: risingstarsytc2@gmail.com | 908.827.1035

Audition email: risingstarsyouththeatreco@gmail.com (strictly for audition info)

If you receive an email from a different email address portraying to be Rising Stars, please report it immediately. 
Our official website is www.risingstarsytc.com. 

All online information will be posted to that website in addition to Facebook and Instagram.
 

 PAYMENTS: 
We accept payments via Paypal, Venmo, or Zelle.

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