About Us


Magical Starlight Theatre was formed in September 1994 and is a program of The Naperville Park District. Magical Starlight’s express mission is to produce quality, family-oriented theatrical presentations. Magical Starlight strives to include community actors and production staff of all ages in its productions. Included have been such classics as The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, and Beauty and the Beast along with newer productions such as Shrek, Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid. Magical Starlight provides a unique opportunity for adults and young people to work together as peers and learn from one another. In addition, a conscious effort is made to include as many family members as possible in all aspects of each production.

Mission Statement

Magical Starlight Theatre is a community whose purpose is to create quality family-oriented theatrical productions; to develop a creative, supportive environment for artists; and to expand our community connection through the arts.

Artistic Directors

The planning and creative force behind Magical Starlight Theatre’s productions:

Chris Wych, Emily Walker, Timothy Ray
Not Pictured: Sarah Lozano (NPD Program Manager)

Past Artistic Directors include: Nancy Barenbrugge, Cynthia Katz, Jo Ann Kujawinski, Jill Ludlam, Jan Mahlstedt, Brittany Malatt (Past NPD Program Manager), Melissa Matthews, Kim Mitchell, Joe Pietrie, Kate Ray, Tom Rieser, Betty Roth (Past NPD Program Manager), Kris Visher

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Contact Us

Magical Starlight Theatre
c/o Naperville Park District
320 W. Jackson Ave.
Naperville, IL 60540

(630) 848-5000
Email: info@MagicalStarlight.org