This is your school’s chance to shine...
Could you be the Starlight?

In celebration of World Theatre Day 2026, schools will take centre stage at the Olivier Award-winning London production of Starlight Express, courtesy of LW Entertainment, Michael Harrison Entertainment and Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals, with support from The School Trip.

Schools across the UK are being invited to enter I Am the Starlight – a unique competition where a group from one primary and one secondary school will win the chance to see the show and then perform live on stage at the spectacular Starlight Auditorium, Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre on 26 March 2026 - just ahead of World Theatre Day.

To take part, schools need to perform, record and upload a section of the iconic song “Starlight Express”. Entries will be judged by a panel including members of the Starlight Express company, and will be judged on their musicality, vocal technique, stage presence and expression!

Free Resource PAck

Each school that enters will have the opportunity to download a free resource pack including:

  • Digital downloads with sheet music, lyric sheet and an MP3 instrumental track to support your rehearsals and performance

The first schools to register will also have the opportunity to receive a free poster pack (subject to availability), including:

  • I Am the Starlight posters to promote your school’s performance within your school
  • Exclusive stickers for your young stars

How To Enter

  1. Teachers, please fill out the enquiry form via the button below.
  2. Once interest and terms & conditions are confirmed, you will receive digital music downloads to rehearse and perform your rendition of “Starlight Express” – perfect for after school clubs, music classes or even to perform at your school’s Christmas concert! 
  3. Record your school’s performance using the instrumental track provided.
  4. Upload your video (in landscape orientation, in MP4 format and labelled with the name of your school) to the primary or secondary school group secure link by the 30th January 2026.

Please note a maximum 30 people per school are allowed on stage at the Starlight Auditorium, Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.

To register your interest and to read the full terms & conditions, click the links below.