Saturday, November 4, 5:00 PM
Marriott At Legacy Town Center
7121 Bishop Road, Plano TX
About the Awards Gala
The NTPA Stardust Awards is a celebration of the performing arts in North Texas bringing together arts supporters for a night of fun, celebration, and fundraising.
The evening begins with a cocktail hour and silent auction, followed by a delectable 3-course meal, dinner entertainment, and awards ceremony recognizing outstanding North Texas performing arts educators, artists, volunteers, businesses, non-profit organizations and their leadership. The evening concludes with a live auction featuring exciting one-of-a-kind items and music and dancing led by Emerald City’s Party Machine Band.
Public nominations are judged by the NTPA Arts Advisory Council made up of civic leaders and industry professionals. Finalists in each category will be announced in August, and Award Recipients will be notified in September.
The Stardust Auction Is Open!
Bidding is now open for the 2023 Stardust Awards auction! Attendance at the Stardust Gala is NOT required to participate in the auction. Start bidding NOW on your favorite silent auction items. Auction will close November 4, 9:30 PM. Gala attendees will be able to take home their auction items from the events. Those not in attendance will be able to pick up their items from NTPA’s Willow Bend location.
Live Auction Preview
Need to Know Info!
This Year’s Event is a Costume Ball!
Don your costumed attire as we guarantee an atmosphere of sophistication and enchantment! This year’s event features an exciting Show-Themed Costume Ball. Each NTPA troupe has selected a show theme to highlight during the event. You’ll see special decorations, auction items, and more themed around these exciting shows! Dress in the theme of your favorite troupe and join us for an exciting adults-only costumed celebration!
Event Schedule
| 5:00 PM | Doors Open, Silent Auction Opens, Cocktail Hour |
| 6:15 PM | Dinner, Entertainment, Awards, Live Auction |
| 8:30 PM | Music and Dancing with Emerald City Party Machine Band |
| 9:30 PM | Silent Auction Closes |
| 10:00 PM | Music Concludes |
Costume Themes
Collegiate Pursuits – The Wild Party
Academy – Little Shop of Horrors
Plano – Kinky Boots
Fairview – The Addams Family
Frisco – Beetlejuice
Dallas – Footloose
Southlake – Into the Woods
Studios – Frankenstein
Starcatchers – The Wizard of Oz
Deaf Theatre – Grease
Repertory – Chicago
Location
Marriott At Legacy Town Center
7121 Bishop Road, Plano TX
The luxurious Marriott at Legacy Town Center within the Shops of Legacy is conveniently located at the Legacy exit from the North Dallas Tollway. Just minutes away from all of our theatre locations, the large ballroom and suites will allow all of our theatre troupes to gather in one location for the ultimate dining and dancing celebration. Note: Valet parking available for $20.
Dinner
Enjoy a plated dinner catered by the incredible kitchen at Legacy Marriott. Please make sure to note if you need Vegetarian/Vegan and/or Gluten Free meals when purchasing your tickets.
- Hors d’oeuvres – VIP Lounge Only
- Petite Maryland Crab Cakes
- Spiced Chicken Sate
- Vegetarian Item TBD
- Appetizer
- Butternut Squash Soup en Croute
- Gluten-free: soup without pastry topping
- Entree
- Slow Roasted Boneless Beef Short Ribs with Ancho Chile Barbecue Molasses Reduction, served with Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, and Carrot
- Marinated Seasonal Vegetable Tower with Red Wine Tomato Reduction
- Both entrees are gluten-free
- Dessert
- Plano Legacy Signature Blackberry and Peach Cobbler with ice cream
- Gluten-free: fruit cup
Entertainment
Our North Texas Performing Arts performers open the night with some of your favorite classic musical numbers followed by the main event…Emerald City Presents Party Machine!
Party Machine brings the same high energy made famous by Emerald City Band. Covering tunes from the 50’s through today’s hits, Party Machine has been making a splash at public and high-profile private events around the metroplex and the country for years, and now they are ready to celebrate NTPA!
Ticket Options
Director Table
- 8 Tickets
- Reserved Seating
- VIP Lounge Access for Two Guests
- Seating with the director of your choice!
- Logo on Event Website, Ticket Page, Evening Program, and Emails to NTPA Patrons
- Sponsor recognition on social media
- Logo on Sign at Willow Bend until Thank You Event
Standard Table
- 10 Tickets
- Reserved Seating
Individual
- 1 Ticket
- General Admission Seating
Tables must be purchased by one attendee.
NTPA Unlimited Raffle!
Win “All-You-Can-NTPA” for ONE YEAR!
Includes:
- FREE tuition for Unlimited NTPA Academy, Youth, Collegiate Pursuits, Starcatchers, Studios and/or Deaf Theatre productions auditioning January 1-December 31, 2024
- FOUR complimentary tickets to every NTPA Youth theatre production (Counts toward performer’s production ticket requirements)
- TWO tickets to every NTPA Repertory and Community Theatre production
- Complimentary admission for FOUR to ONE AMP Awards event of winner’s choice
- TWO complimentary tickets to 2024 Gala Event
- TWO 11”x14” NTPA gallery wall photos at the location of your choice
Rules and Exclusions
- Valid only January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024
- Non-transferable – must be applied to a SINGLE youth performer in a SINGLE family account; may not be transferred to another account or transferred between siblings
- Not applicable to Academy Conservatory classes, camps, private lessons, or Collegiate Pursuits bootcamps or masterclass tuition
- Winner will be announced at the NTPA Stardust Awards and will be contacted via email with redemption information. Winner does not need to be present to win.
Pricing
- 1 entry – $25
- 5 entries – $100
*Note: A change from last year’s Raffle. Proceeds from the raffle will go toward event revenues with excesses to be split among theatres capital funds.
Auction Donations Due October 27
Your support plays a pivotal role in ensuring that NTPA continues to provide exceptional performing arts education and experiences that shape the future.
Every donated item worth $100 or more will receive one entry into the following exciting raffle drawings!
- Luxurious Getaway: an unforgettable overnight stay at the prestigious Legacy Marriott Plano. Relax, unwind, and indulge in lavish comfort.
- NTPA Unlimited: Free tuition for a full year of NTPA programs!
Last Call for Silent Auction Items! All items due by October 27 to your troupe’s gala committee members or bring to the main office at Willow Bend Mall. If you have questions or need more information, please contact us at Stardust@ntpa.org.
Questions? Email stardust@ntpa.org.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Hanna-Kless-Ransom-Reid-Webster Families
In Memory of Michael Celico – The Show Must Go On
The Knott Family
Pursuits Family
Lisa Rodenbaugh
Tom Walsh Family
The Tudor Family
David and Chris Downs
The Zerega Family
Plano International Festival
P.W.W. Enterprises
The Rodenbaugh Family
NTPA Repertory Theatre Board
NTPA – Dallas Management Board
NTPA – Studios Management Board
NTPA – Academy Management Board
NTPA – Deaf Theatre Management Board
NTPA – Plano Management Board
NTPA – Frisco Management Board
North Texas Performing Arts Stardust Award Categories
Community Awards
- Distinguished Elementary School Performing Arts Educator
- Distinguished Middle School Performing Arts Educator
- Distinguished High School and Senior High Performing Arts Educator
- Distinguished Collegiate Performing Arts Educator
- Distinguished Performing Artist
- Distinguished Performing Arts Volunteer
- Distinguished Performing Arts Leadership
- Distinguished Performing Arts Organization
- Distinguished Performing Arts Philanthropy
- Business Champion for the Performing Arts (Small & Medium Business)
- Business Champion for the Performing Arts (Large Business)
NTPA Volunteer Awards
- Outstanding Show Manager
- Outstanding Set-Build Creation
- Outstanding Costume Design
- Outstanding Technical Design
- Outstanding Show Promotions and Fundraising
- Legacy Award
- Founder’s Award
- President’s Award
- Volunteer of the Year
- Arts Advocate of the Year