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Young Starz Nola
We Dream & We Believe
Young Starz of Nola is an alternative performing arts nonprofit organization with a priority and commitment to create an inclusive environment that develops young artists within New Orleans; we strive to engage, inspire, and entertain in excellence.
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Our Objective
Young Starz is an organization that provides multi-faceted, high-quality performing arts programs to the youth of New Orleans. We seek to create an all-inclusive, comprehensive art curriculum and programming to inner-city youth; we engage in rigorous and passionate artist development classes while fostering character, integrity and individuality in each of our “starz.” We strive to work on self-improvement by developing greater self-awareness, confidence, and expressivity. We seek to become more educated and appreciative of various cultures, musical genres, and artistic means of expression.

Our Values
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Equity- We believe in social justice; we believe that everyone deserves a fair and equitable opportunity to be seen, heard, and valued.
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Unity- We believe in creating a community and family-like atmosphere that is all inclusive of all artists. (with & without exceptionalities & disabilities)
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Passion- We believe in passion and love for the arts; we seek to find joy and freedom in expressing ourselves.
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Character- We believe in personal and artist integrity; we believe in the power of individuality.
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Accountability- We believe in holding ourselves accountable to our beliefs, thoughts and actions. We believe accountability yields responsibility, ownership, and clarity of our selves and our passions
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.Discipline- We believe in the power of hard work, practice, and preparation. We believe in maintaining a professional environment through timeliness, attire, dedication, mindsets, and social interactions.
Goals of our Program:
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To change the narrative of New Orleans youth, so they may see themselves as the transcending and innovative artists of today.
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To create a liberating experience where young people of diverse backgrounds can express themselves without limitations.
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To create generational wealth and future entrepreneurs by educating young artists on financial literacy, brand development, and marketing strategies.
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To create a safe space for young artists that prioritizes they’re mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health and needs.


Achievements & Appearences
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2015- Founded
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2015-present- presented three annual concerts (Black History, Summer Concert & Holiday Concert)
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2015-2016- performed at Beacon Light’s Christmas Concert
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2016- “I Am” Summer Concert at Dillard University
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2016-present- Teen Open Mic Series “Do You Be You” at the New Orleans Jazz Market
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2017- “A Starry Tale” Summer Concert Marigny Opera House.
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2017-2019- Christmas Concert Felicity Church
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2018- “Years & Years of Music” at the Contemporary Arts Center
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2018- Partnership with House of Blues “Music Forward”
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2018- Partnership with ‘Notes for Notes”
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2018- Artist Development Workshop Concert at the House of Blues Parish Room
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2019- Performance at the New Orleans French Quarter Festival
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2019- Performance at the House of Blues “Bringing Down the House”
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2019- Starz on Broadway event
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2020- Appearance on Television Show “NCIS”
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2020- Black History Show “Arts Klub”
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2020- “Star Fest” Drive-Up Concert
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2021- "Starz the Musical"