Starmites

By Barry Keating and Stuart Ross

Nikki Snelson, director and choreographer
Zachary Dietz, music director
Mariko Cilley, scenic design
Savanah Flower, costume design
Rin Mizumoto, lighting design
Eric Backus, sound design
Daniel Rosales, stage management

May 30-June 7, 2025

Claire Trevor Theatre

Eleanor, a shy teenager, escapes the challenges of growing up by immersing herself in sci-fi comic books. Her life changes dramatically when she is transported into the comic book world where she must learn to harness her inner strength to defeat her foes and lead her allies. Starmites is a vibrant musical with contemporary songs and humor, perfect for all ages, and it combines elements of beloved fantasy series with the energetic spirit of contemporary musical styles: hip-hop, rap, gospel, boy band, female pop ensemble, as well as classic musical theater. This reimagining of the cult-classic Broadway hit promises big laughs and heartfelt moments in the adventurous world of Innerspace.

Nominated for six Tony Awards, including Best Musical!

“First there was Star Trek. Then there was Star Wars. Now... There is Starmites, which is certainly the mite-iest of the three intergalactic epics, a vest-pocket musical nebulae of cheerful nuttiness.”
– The New York Times

Hear Director and Choreographer Nikki Snelson introduce the show here.

Starmites PRO is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. (www.concordtheatricals.com)

Approximate length: 2 hours (with intermission)

• Recommended for age 6+
• This production contains some age-related content regarding adolescence. Please check with box office for details.

Major support for Starmites is provided by Robert and Lorna Cohen Endowment for Excellence in Drama, the Theatre Guild, and the Claire Trevor Society.

Image design: Neo Patel, Joel Veenstra

Performances
Evenings: May 30, 31, June 5, 6, 7 at 8 p.m.
Matinees: June 1*, 7 at 2 p.m.
Evening: June 4 at 7:30 p.m.
* Please join us after the performance for a talkback with company members and scholars.

Tickets
General Admission: $25
Senior Age 62+: $22
UCI Faculty, Alumni, Staff, Emeriti and Retirees: $22
Arts Packages (3+ events): $21
Groups 10+: $20
Students & Youth Age 17/Below: $10

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