STAR 2022 COVID-19 Policies

Due to the ongoing and changing environment caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, STAR, Ltd. will be adhering to all state and local guidelines to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. While participating in the program for the summer of 2022, the following basic guidelines must be followed:

 

All participants, staff, audiences, and volunteers will wear masks as per the requirements of the facilities in which we operate and with the guidance based on local health metrics.

 

All participants and staff who are medically eligible and meet the age requirements must be vaccinated, per CDC guidelines.

 

Any participant, staff member, or volunteer who has any of the following symptoms must not attend any STAR Ltd. workshop, performance, or event for the duration of their illness:
 • Fever of 99.9ºF and above
 • Chills
 • New or worsening Cough
 • Shortness of Breath or difficulty breathing
 • Headache
 • Congestion or Runny Nose
 • Sore Throat
 • Nausea or Vomiting
 • Unexplained body aches
 • Loss of taste or smell

 

Any participant, staff member, or volunteer that has been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 may not attend any STAR, Ltd. workshop, performance, or event until cleared by a negative COVID test (rapid or PCR).

 

STAR, Ltd. personnel will provide clear communication of current guidelines to be followed throughout and will update participants and their families with any changes that may occur.

STAR, Ltd. reserves the right to bar admittance to the workshop or continuation of attendance for violation of the guidelines established, without refunds.

 

DUTY TO SELF-MONITOR:


Participants, staff, and volunteers agree to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 (symptoms typically include fever, cough, and shortness of breath) and will contact the Director of their workshop if they experience symptoms of COVID-19 within 14 days after participating or volunteering with STAR, Ltd.

 

LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE OF CLAIMS:


I, the parent or guardian, of the registered child(ren) understand the current health crisis in our country and agree to hold STAR, Ltd. harmless of any contracted virus during participation of all activities relating to participating at STAR, Ltd., including but not limited to, performing in the shows, being in the facilities in which we operate, attending rehearsals and workshops. I understand the inherent risks of group settings and the possibility of getting sick. I waive my right to legally pursue STAR, Ltd. or any of its members and/or staff in any way, including the filing of any legal judgment or accusations. This is a legal document and this right is waived for my child(ren) and family.

Testimonials

“STAR has been an integral part of my life for the last seven years. STAR has not only helped me to grow as a performer but as a person as well. While performing with STAR, they instilled a passion for performing, knowledge of design, and unmatched care for others that I carry with me to this day. As an employee for STAR, I try to instill those same values in my staff and workshop participants. There is no other place like STAR in Catonsville, Maryland, or beyond. STAR is a beautiful family of which I am proud to be a part of.”

Charlie Roberts
STAR Kids Director and past YA Participant

“The STAR Ltd. program has provided my very different girls with gifts that are hard to put into words: confidence, inclusion, community, teamwork, patience, discovering talent, dealing with disappointment, along with the skills needed to become better musical actresses. I am forever grateful a friend recommended STAR to us seven years ago.”

Lori Hall O’Donnell
Educator and Parent of STAR Kids, Jr., and YA program participants

“STAR has been a part of my life for nearly 10 years now. Not only do the directors always work hard to put on an amazing show, but also they truly care for the cast. As STAR has grown, I feel like I have grown with it. The people I have met have become some of my closest friends and mentors. I recommend STAR to anyone who wants to gain valuable theatre experience while having an amazing summer.”

Lydia Newman
College student, and STAR Kids, Jr., and YA participant

“Our daughter absolutely loves STAR! She immediately felt like part of the group, and we have been thrilled with the friendships she has made! The shows are so entertaining, it’s hard to believe they do that in just 3 weeks!”

Kathy Meiller
co-owner of Narcissus Salon & mom of STAR Jr. participant

“STAR is like a second family to me. Everyone is supportive and caring of each other. The environment is great.”

Sean Davis
STAR Jr. and YA participant