College Scholarship Application Information

(Deadline May 1, 2016)

The #LIVIN Country Charity Concert 2016 college scholarship Presented by Starbound Entertainment Group will be awarded at the concert to a local graduating senior that plans to study the performing arts at either the University of Toledo or Bowling Green State University.  Local graduating seniors that plan to attend a different university may still apply!

The $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from NW Ohio or SE Michigan.  The award will be based on: Academic Achievement, Essay, Achievement in Performing Arts and Audition video.  Preference given to individuals attending either BGSU or Toledo but students who will attend other institutions still will receive consideration.  This scholarship is for 1 year only and will be paid before August 1, 2016.

Once you email this information, you will receive an email back with additional instructions.  You will need to write a short essay about your experiences and goals in the performing arts and how it has impacted your life.  You will also need to send us a short 1-2 minute audition video.  Instructions will follow.

Finalists:

The FIVE finalists will be announced on May 15, 2016 and the winner will be announced at the #LIVIN Country Charity Concert on June 2, 2016 at the Maumee Theater.  Final decision will be made by Kevin Barbaro (www.IMDb.me/KevinBarbaro) an actor/writer/producer out of New York City and one of the stars of the new 30-minute comedy TV series, Long Island Lights.

You do not have to attend the concert to win your scholarship but it will be announced at the event.  Each of the five finalists will receive 2 general admission tickets to the concert and additional tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate for your friends and family.

Starbound Entertainment Group:

Whether you’re an actor, a vocal performer, or model, the professionals at Starbound will help you hone your craft, teach you how to audition, and help you make the connections you need to be successful in your industry.  Starbound is invested in each client and advocates on their behalf with talent and booking agents. More than a coach or a mentor, we’re a partner in your success.

We’ve been in business since 1965, and over the years, we’ve been known by other names, including Margaret O’Briens and Starbound NYC. With nearly 50 years in the business, we’ve established important relationships with top acting and modeling agents and agencies, and it’s those relationships that help us help you launch your career.  Former Starbound talent includes Toledo’s own Katie Holmes.