SPOTLIGHT ACADEMY OF THE ARTS
SEE HOW IT ALL COMES TOGETHER
Go behind the scenes of Spotlight Musical Theater! Captured during rehearsal, this video highlights the laughter, creativity, and teamwork that make Spotlight so special. Belong programs like Spotlight are offered free of charge, thanks to the generosity of donors and the commitment of volunteers.
Spotlight: Musical Theater
September–February
Ages 16+
All abilities welcome
A cast of teens and adults with disabilities gathers to create, rehearse, and perform a completely original musical production. Along with a professional artistic team, the actors will explore themes, characters, and plot sequences they would like to share with the audience.
Weekly Rehearsals: Saturdays | 9–11 am | HPUMC Mockingbird Campus
Performances: Mid-February | Saturday & Sunday
Spotlight: Short Film
March–May
Ages 16+
All abilities welcome
As cast of 16 teens and adults work with a professional artistic team and volunteers to create, shoot, and premiere an original short film.
Weekly Film Sessions:
Mondays | 4:30–6:30 pm
Red Carpet & Premiere: August
SPOTLIGHT DOCUMENTARY STREAMING NOW
INTO THE SPOTLIGHT is NOW available to rent or own on all cable, satellite, and digital platforms including Prime Video and Apple TV.
A heartfelt story of how a script, a stage, and a theater program composed of adults with disabilities celebrate their creativity, explore life’s complexities, and empower a community, in their own words and their way.