The 2012 Rising Stars Program is Generously Supported by
Two River Community Bank and Frank & Lydia Bergen Foundation

Congratulations to our thirteen 14th annual Rising Star Performers!

The Rising Star program was created through the Algonquin Arts Theatre Education Department with the help of Lee Weisert from Manasquan High School. This program began over a decade ago and was open to students in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Now, fifteen years later, the program is open to ALL high students in the state of New Jersey. The Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan will look to sponsor the 15th annual Rising Stars concert. This concert will feature the finest classical musicians from New Jersey's high schools.

Candidates may be either instrumentalists or vocalists, but must be high school students. Students may perform a movement from a sonata/concerto, etude, or sing an aria or art song. Please note that pop, rock, jazz, gospel or Broadway pieces will not be considered for the program. If an accompanist is needed, we will provide one for a fee; however, students must contact the Algonquin Arts Theatre's Education Department immediately to make arrangements.

This is a unique opportunity for students to perform on stage in front of potentially 1,000 people. If chosen, this program can be an asset on a college application. Additionally, we will distribute individual certificates and post the finalists' names on the Algonquin Arts Theatre website as the 2013 Rising Stars.

Finalists will meet with a guest mentor - a professional in the classical music industry. The Rising Stars will have the opportunity to speak one-on-one with the mentor and further explore the possibility of a future career in the music industry.

If you would like to be part of this extraordinary experience, please refer to this website to obtain information on how to apply in September of 2013 for the 15th annual Rising Stars Concert.

Rising Stars Alumni