Starlight's Youth Theatre focuses on youth theater education and serves over 100 young actors from over 32 communities throughout western Massachusetts. 1,150 people attend the performances put on by the students. Starlight's Youth Theatre has a commitment to using performance to support the development of each young person. Independent contractors act as teachers, directors and support. Administrative costs cover insurance, printing and fees. Program and production costs include show management. Starlight is providing a trip to NYC for a full Broadway experience. Grants are made to graduating seniors and a new non-profit area theater collective PAEC.