Young Star Musical Theatre

★★★★★Alexis Langston

We have loved Young Star Musical Theatre since my son was in 1st grade in their plant street location. He is now in 7th grade and has evolved as a person, improving dance skills, vocal skills, leadership skills and most of all how to work with a team. I am forever grateful for this program of Young Stars. It's amazing to see these kids put on a production run by kids. Lexy, Shmaine and Annie provide technical skills and have even allowed my son the ability to learn stage management skills from the lights, sound and ensuring the kids are where they need to be while supervised by the directors truly takes the meaning of Young Stars to the next level. It's also nice to have everything in one building so we don't have to drive to different cities for shows like we used to in previous years. We look forward to many years of our son to be with Young Star Musical Theatre. Thank you for all that you do for our kids.

★★★★★Mark Kaley

Young Star Musical Theatre is one of the best programs my daughter has ever been a part of. Not only has she made lasting friendships and connections with other participants, the owners, teachers and interns, all care about her and her well-being. If you are looking for a theater program for your child in the Winter Garden area, YSMT is the place to go. They are professional and the productions they have done over the past year have been high quality in terms of lighting, effects, microphones, staging, and overall production value. I look forward to the next season and the the additional improvements they make to the theater as the owners are continually reinvesting back into the business.

★★★★★Beth Austin

Young Star Musical Theatre has truly brought my daughter’s character to life—awakening her love for theatre, music, singing, and performance. She’s been attending since she was about 5 years old, and over the years I’ve watched her grow into a confident young performer. She has made amazing friends here and found a place where she truly belongs. The staff and owners are incredible—passionate, dedicated, and truly put their hearts into everything they do. The building has a charming, rustic feel that they continue to improve with love and care. I’m so grateful for the path this program has provided. Watching my daughter embrace acting, dancing, and singing has been such a joy. She is my #1 superstar, being guided by the superstar team at Young Star. Highly recommend!

★★★★★Mindy A

🌟 A Standing Ovation for Young Star Musical Theatre! 🎭✨ Watching my daughter blossom over the years at Young Star Musical Theatre has been one of the greatest joys of parenting. I honestly can’t imagine a better place for her to grow up. My daughter (who turns 11 this year!) began her YSMT journey at just 5 years old and I can honestly say, she is growing up in this theater family. The colorful costumes, the lights, the applause… yes, those are magical. But what happens behind the curtain is where the real magic lives. From the very first day, she was met with open arms, encouragement, structure, and love. She came in as a wild, outgoing, confidence-packed little firecracker and through the years, she’s learned to channel that spark into collaboration, leadership, empathy, and discipline. Traits that, as a parent, make you stand back in awe. She’s not just performing on stage - she’s transforming. The staff and owners? Outstanding. You can feel their heart in every rehearsal and see it in every show. They don’t just teach theater, they nurture human beings. They see every child, celebrate their individuality, and inspire them to be the best version of themselves. The interns? Next level. These young leaders model teamwork, joy, and patience in ways that make you wish every organization had a few of them on hand. My daughter sees them and wants to be in their shoes! The shows? Broadway-level vibes, with pint-sized powerhouses! Whether she’s a dazzling elf in a Christmas parade, the Cat in the Hat stealing the show, or a sweet storybook character from Shrek, each moment has been packed with professionalism, pride, and joy. I’ve seen her take the stage with pure confidence, (this comes after completely freezing up on stage) support her fellow cast members, and bring home life lessons that will stick far beyond the final curtain call. And every time I watch her perform, I see not just a talented kid - but a cared-for, coached, and courageous young star. This place is a gift. A gift to kids, to families, and to our community. We are beyond grateful to call Young Star Musical Theatre our daughter’s second home. And honestly? Every child deserves a place like this. Bravo, YSMT. Bravo.

★★★★★Matthew Jantomaso

Young Star Musical Theater is an absolutely wonderful place for children to not only learn the skills of musical theater, but it is a place where they can experience a second family. I've never met a more dedicated group of people in the owners Lexy and her mother Shmaine, but also their staff and their wonderful group of middle to high school interns. All who have gone through their program from early on. What does this tell me, that these kids now teens WANT to be there! This is a community of people that care for one another and are dedicated to the experience you can expect for your child. My son (8 at the time) has always been a baseball kid, but since his older sister was attending a camp, we put him in a Hamilton Camp. He LOVED it, and has since never stopped being a part of the program. My son loves the staff, loves the atmosphere, the friends, and has become one heck of an actor. As you can see in the pics, when they put on a show...they put on a show. Check out those costumes. They literally installed a rotating tray stage (donated mind you)!! The building they are in now as of last fall, it is a 100 yo building that they had to gut, and rebuild, and a major part of the work was done by volunteers. People who love these people and their program so much that they were willing to give their time, effort, and /or money to help resurrect this old building into a magical Children's Theater. Lexy and Shmaine just kept on going no matter what because they wanted to create a space for their community to come together and bring the arts to life and safe space where kids can find their inner voice and shout it out in theater!! My son calls it his second home. Their story NEEDS to be told!! Thank you to YSMT for keeping the dream alive and bringing the dreams of children to life!!