We were visiting family and they took us to see Shrek last night. It was a great production. Very talented cast. My kids loved Lord Farquaad and Pinocchio. I've seen many theater productions over the years and this was one of the best. read more

Enjoyed the show Scarlet Pimpernel at the wonderful outdoor Starlight Theater. Cast, costumes, sound etc were terrific. Cast come out at intermission to sell refreshments adding to the fun. We had seats at the next to last row in far right corner and still had great view of the stage. Another gem in this great state. read more

Starlight Mountain Theatre - Great show last night -The Scarlet Pimpernel ! - Performing Arts Near Me - Garden Valley, Idaho

So much fun!! I am looking forward to next year. Worth the drive. Such a fun place to share with friends and family. Old and young. Had dinner in the area and snacks at the outdoor theatre. My only recommendation-bring a seat cushion and bug spray and prepare for a wonderful evening! read more

I loved this little theatre. The facility and the play alone I would give 5 stars. The kicker for me is absolutely NO Covid concern. No spacing in seats, maybe 10 people at most had masks on. Very disappointing. My other star dock is their 50/50 raffle. It was strange. So on Trip Advisor one of the reviews said it seemed rigged and he was calling BS on it. That perhaps played into my feelings as per I realized it happened before. First they changed the price of tickets 3x. And then when they drew the number the lady was talking to her friend next to her and they interrupted her and she called her aunt. So, the trip advisor review says an uncle won and I went and an aunt won. That's weird. The theatre however was INCREDIBLE! We saw Hello Dolly! read more

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This is a really cool small outdoor performing arts theater, with talented perormers. I enjoyed the fun and entertaining show. There was even some crowd participation during the intermission. Before the show and during intermission the performers themselves sell soft drinks, popcorn, hotdogs, ice cream, ect. When the show is over they come out to mingle with the crowd. This is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. Additionally if that's not enough, they have a limited number of RV sites with electrical hook ups available. (20, 30, and 50 amps) read more

Starlight Mountain Theatre - Concession stand. - Performing Arts Near Me - Garden Valley, Idaho

I loved everything about this theatre! The atmosphere was great. The actors seemed passionate and did such a good job with their roles. It was also great to be free from the masks and to be with people who love this country just as much as I do. read more

Starlight Mountain Theatre - Performing Arts Near Me - Garden Valley, Idaho

Oh my goodness! I saw Clue last night. It was funny and so well done!

We love Starlight Mountain Theatre. We go every time we go to Garden Valley. Great acting, especially by the two main actors of the theatre.

Quaint theater, excellent shows. My were based on what's playing when visiting family. Last year we saw a musical, this year a comedy. Both were fantastic performances. During the performance this evening deer were running around behind the stage read more

Starlight Mountain Theater is, to me, the quintessential Idaho experience if you are a tourist and a family tradition if you are a resident. I went up for the first time a couple weeks ago on a double date, which made the drive up seem short because it was filled with laughter and conversation. It's a pretty drive but also a fairly quick one anyway. You pick up tickets at the box office at the front of the property then drive down a gravel road to a grassy parking area. It was 20 yards, give or take, from our parking spot to the entrance of the theater. I noticed that some people walked over from the campground not much further than that. What I loved about the performance is that it started way before the actual show. These kids are the hardest working actors in show business. You can arrange to have dinner from Sizzler with the cast before the show, and they'll serve you. After that, they wander around talking to audience members (one guy even memorized the names of several audience members in the front row and introduced them to each other at intermission), selling concessions, and passing the time before the show starts. We saw "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers." Was it at the level of a Broadway performance? No, but there was some great raw talent there. And what it lacks in talent it makes up for in personality. Before the show the whole cast and audience sing the Star Spangled Banner, and then there's usually some sort of performance (this time it was from one of the younger cast members). At intermission the cast members each walk around with popcorn, hot dogs, candy, soda, and water. There are always a couple of actors who will give out free kisses if you buy a licorice rope from them. What was cool about them selling concessions was that it was worked into the show. I believe one of the characters said, "Well, what am I going to do with all of these hot dogs I made?" before the end of the act. At the end of the show the actors sing a final song to "sing out" the audience and wish them safe travels home. Then they all gather in the parking lot so the audience can meet them, ask for autographs, or take pictures with them. Add to all that the fact that many of the actors are in multiple shows (they perform several shows throughout the summer simultaneously), and you can see why I think they are some of the hardest working actors I've ever seen. And I've written touring children's plays! One thing to note is that there is a concessions stand if you don't want to wait for intermission. Also, I know they were working on permanent restrooms - but for now all they have is Port-A-Potties and I just can't, so we stopped at the grocery store in town after the long drive to stretch out and use the facilities. You can do this before the show but I don't think you can do it afterwards (I believe the store is closed by the time the show gets out). The only other improvement I would recommend is some sort of bug control up there. I spent a lot of the show distracted by watching mosquitoes land on (and bite) the people in front of me and wondering if there were any on me. (I got away with just one bite, but if you attract them, you've GOT to bring a strong mosquito repellant.) Despite the bug and bathroom situation, I highly recommend Starlight Mountain Theater and I'm excited for the next show we'll see there! read more

Starlight Mountain Theatre - The box office... Grab your tickets here then head down the gravel path to the outdoor theater. BRING BUG SPRAY! - Performing Arts Near Me - Garden Valley, Idaho

If you're looking for a rustic, fun, entertaining and short-drive-from-Boise-evening-get-away, this is your spot! Starlight's outdoor amphitheatre is found in Crouch, Idaho, a little less than halfway between Boise and McCall off Highway 55. The theatre backs up to a creek and rolling hills, and it's not uncommon to see deer grazing in the field as the sun sets. They always perform Broadway musicals, and the acting and voice quality is exceptional, especially considering that they're all KIDS, which is my favorite part. Their actors range in age from about 12 years old up to their mid-20's, with the occasional older actor who comes in to play a parental role, though the actors normally apply makeup and gray hairspray and just play the parts themselves. The actors all live up in Crouch for the summer and have performances almost every day of the week, running multiple plays at the same time. It is a lot of work! My favorite shows to attend are the final performances of each play, where they play little pranks on each other throughout the performance. These guys are the kings & queens of on-the-spot improv. If you're in Idaho and you've never been to Starlight before, I can't recommend it enough. You can also snag a camping spot and stay overnight if you're feeling really adventurous! Tips: Make sure to bring bug spray and a blanket for after the sun goes down--it can get chilly up there! read more

Starlight Mountain Theatre - Starlight Mountain Theater outside entrance (sorry, they say no photos allowed!) - Performing Arts Near Me - Garden Valley, Idaho

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I had heard of this thratre and we were looking for a distraction for the weekend. With the Beauty and the Beast playing I thought yesterday was a great time to try the place out. We bought the last two tickets for the Saturday evening show. the place was packed. they openned with the Star Spangled Banner, everyone sand and everyone stood. Now that impressed me to see the cast all singing it. the show started and the acting was excellent, custumes were amazing and it ended too fast. if you are in the area, stop on by. It is not expensive and well worth the trip!! read more

I would not even give Starlight Mountain Theater 1 star! I called and asked to be refunded due to COVID in June. They would not give me a refund. I rescheduled for a different show towards the end of July. Today I called to ask what kind of precautions they are making due to COVID 19. I was told that they are sold out. 300 people plus. No social distancing, no mask requirements etc. I explained that I do not feel comfortable due to circumstances and again asked for a refund. They again told me there are no refunds. I am at loss for words. The lack of concern for the public and actors that this company has is unbelievable. I understand policies but I would certainly think that a company would make exceptions due to a pandemic. I would not EVER recommend buying tickets with Starlight Mountain Theater! The only thing they are concerned about is putting money in their pockets!! read more

My husband and I took our two boys 9 and 14 to the Wizard of Oz. We really enjoyed the show. The actress that played Dorothy did a wonderful job, as did the gentleman that played the lion. The munchkins were cute! During the pre-show they performed a song from their upcoming Grease show and our 9 year old asked to come back to see it. We were not nearly as impressed with Grease as we were with the Wizard of Oz. Had I not seen the movie I don't think I would have understood the plot. The leads were not as strong either. Best part of the show was the unplanned audience member Kathy, The character Eugene and Patty Simcox (same gal that played Dorothy). Mosquitoes are awful! Take bug spray and warm clothes as well. Shows are a bit long for me (2-3 hours), especially when having to drive back to Boise. read more

Absolutely 5 stars! This was a blast! Just saw Shrek... the cast was wonderful! From beginning to end, it was just a really fun heart warming experience! I would go again %100, as well as recommend it to others. read more

Wishing for summer on this cold, dreary day and this little company is all about summer fun. They make live theater so easy to enjoy. It's not stuffy or formal and is fantastic for kids and adults alike. The cast socializes with the crowd before and after each show and they even sell concessions throughout the audience during intermission. They make it a point to speak to everyone who is interested. They made a grand fuss over my niece the first time I took her and she's still in love with SMT all these years later. It's a bit of a drive from Boise but we make an afternoon of it and include a picnic, hike, swim, or a hot springs. read more

Well, Ed, you, the cast and the crew did it again this season! What a great set of productions! We've seen them all, some multiple times (Little Mermaid count four times). While at our vacation home in Garden Valley a few seasons ago, we "discovered" the Starlight and have been enjoying your productions ever since. When our children and grandchildren come up from Texas, the first question is always, "Are we going to the Starlight?". Everyone enjoys the musicals and the cast. Oh, the cast, what a great bunch of talented young singer/actors! None of our crew can decide on a favorite cast member or part in any production. We sing and hum the songs for weeks! The magic of the Starlight is enchanting - the combination of script, music, cast, outdoor setting and stars blend into a perfect, family-friendly entertainment. Keep up the great work! L. Cook read more

Wonderful entertainment for the family. We took grandkids ages 8 and 5 to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat. By the end, the 5 year old was standing up and dancing to the music. It was an amazing show. We listened to the music prior to attending so the kids could follow the story. A great time for all! Bring a blanket or jackets read more

*For what this is* (summer stock musicals featuring college kids) it's fun. This is an outdoor theater, creative and family-friendly, but not groundbreaking. We have seen productions here every summer for probably 8 years, it's a great tradition and our kids love it too. Bring a warm jacket and a blanket, maybe give yourself a once-over with bug spray before you go in, and bring $2 for licorice (with a kiss!) at intermission. Also, if you need a decent chair, get tickets in section A in the center. Otherwise you may end up in a flimsy plastic lawnchair. Last month when we were there for Oklahoma!, a thunderstorm started during intermission. The performers invited the audience backstage to shelter and entertained us with music and improv while we waited for the rain to let up. My children thought that was a super cool experience. read more

Went last night to see Starlight's production of The Little Mermaid. Everyone in the group enjoyed the performance. The entertainers are awesome, our seats were comfortable, the audience participation bit is a lot of fun. I really wanted to give them a better rating, but I can't because of FIREWORKS. We were extremely uncomfortable when the fireworks display in the dry forest began at the end of the production. Patrons are forbidden from smoking, staff actually said its unsafe because of the wooden stage and amphitheater yet they cover the entire area with sparks falling out of the sky. That the owners make the venue unsafe for patrons will prevent me from returning any time soon. read more

We love love LOVE Starlight Mountain Theatre. Single show or even season tickets are very inexpensive and the performances never disappoint. Anyone with a passing interest in musical theater will be happy here - the production values and such are not Broadway level, but far exceed what you should be getting for the price and location of the theater in rural Idaho. It is outdoors, so bug spray and blankets/layered clothing are a must to adapt to changing weather. The charisma and just plain fun of the whole cast is infectious, and you can't help but have a good time. I think you should drop $20 for a couple of the best seats in the house, buy a string of licorice, and enjoy some great community theater under the stars. I highly recommend their production of Footloose and Oklahoma!. The house also does winter-time productions in Boise, usually with younger or less experienced actors, like a spring break camp for school-age kids. While not quite the same calibre the regular season shows, still well worth the visit. Of particular note, we loved their production of Beauty and the Beast. read more

My wife and I visited the Starlight Mountain Theater 4 July to watch three Retro 7 Brides for 7 Brothers. It was a hoot! They brought back actors who were involved during the startup in 2000? I think. All quite talented and the ability of the Retro actors and the current actors to involve the audience was terrific. This was our first visit but we will be back again. It is well worth the trip! Warm to start with but cools down as the sun sets so a jacket and blanket is nice later on. Bring a bunch of dollar bills for admission and look for the licorice guy/ gal for a twist and a kiss! There is a July 4 parade before and fireworks after. A great summer evening in Idaho! read more

Very fun family entertainment. Awesome shows in an amazing outdoor atmosphere! One of my favorite places to take family from out of town! Camping and r.v. space available too read more

My 6 year old granddaughter and I saw two shows during our week in Boise, Little Mermaid and Grease. The venue, the players, the entire experience was delightful...with one exception. I know this will fall on deaf Idaho ears but....It was discomforting to have the flag and national anthem exhibited/played before each performance. I love this country as much as anyone, and come from a military family. But there's a time and a place. With so much division in our country these days, forcing, in essence, this display upon theatre goers is unseemly. The flag and the anthem at the Olympics or other international sporting events is understandable. But at a children's theatre production?? You don't have to wear the flag on your sleeve to love your country. Of course I am going to stand and comply with this spoon-fed display because I am not going to embarrass myself or my granddaughter. But, after the first production, I had serious misgivings about coming back for Grease. If my granddaughter hadn't prevailed upon me, I wouldn't have gone . BTW, Rizzo in Grease, lovely woman, lovely voice---and far and away the best jelly-fish and stork that I've ever seen on stage (Little Mermaid) !! read more

We went to see the production of Cinderella. We had gone a few years previously and were impressed by the quality of the production. This year, while we still enjoyed the outing overall due to ambience and the stage production, that enjoyment was tempered by the fact that while the actor and actress who played Cinderella and her Prince were both charming and charismatic, their voices simply were not up to the task. There were a lot of weak and flat notes. The supporting cast across the board turned in a much more solid performance (we really enjoyed the stepsisters, the fairy godmother, and the king's steward!). I was befuddled by the casting choices. read more

This year (as in previous year we have been to Starlight Mountain Theatre) it's still a fun outing for the family, but I was disappointed in the quality of the performance. Neither of the leads in the show we watched had the singing chops to tackle iconic songs (while some of the 'sidekicks' were much stronger, making me think there were other criteria than talent involved in determining who played the lead.) Many off key notes made some songs hard to sit through. Yet the enthusiasm and charm of the ensemble and lead actors as well as the great setting made up for those shortcomings and made us still feel we hadn't wasted our money, and the stage set was very well done. Yet I remember the singing to be much better in earlier years, and we probably won't be back unless we get a recommendation for a particular production. read more