rising star

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The Rising Star Youth Arts Education Program is designed to nurture young talent, remove barriers to participation, and support the next generation of performers across Maui County. Through Rising Star, the Wave of Harmony Foundation invests in both access and growth, ensuring that every young person who feels the spark of the arts has the opportunity to explore, learn, and thrive.

Rising Star is a single program with two supportive pathways, meeting students where they are in their artistic journey.

Opening the door to the performing arts

The Access track ensures that financial barriers never prevent a young person from participating in performing arts education. This pathway is open to students of all experience levels who demonstrate interest, curiosity, and a desire to engage in the arts.

Support may include:

• One‑on‑one lessons in voice, acting, dance or instruments 
• Workshops, camps, and short-term training opportunities
• Required materials: dance shoes, costumes, instruments, scripts, props, lighting and sound equipment 
• Technical‑skills training in stagecraft, lighting, sound design, costume design, set construction, production management and film/TV production
   

Focus: Equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all students.

Rising Star – Access reflects our belief that every child deserves the chance to discover their voice, regardless of background or circumstance.

Supporting commitment, growth, and potential

The Advancement track provides deeper support for students who demonstrate sustained interest, commitment, and growth in the performing arts. This pathway is designed for youth who are ready to take the next step in their artistic development.

Support may include:

• Ongoing or advanced training
• Pre-professional programs or intensives
• Audition preparation and skill development
• Extended educational opportunities aligned with long-term goals
   

Focus: Artistic development, mentorship, and pathway building.

Rising Star – Advancement allows the Foundation to invest more deeply in students who are actively pursuing the arts, helping them build confidence, discipline, and a clear sense of direction.

Both Rising Star tracks are guided by the same core values:

• Access and equity
• Education and growth
• Community and belonging
   

By offering both Access and Advancement, the Rising Star program honors the full spectrum of young artists — from those just beginning their journey to those ready to rise further.

Because every star begins by being seen.