Press Start! Production Kit
$395.00
PRESS START transports us inside the bright, pixelated world of video games! When the famous characters we know and love run out of lives, they decide to put on a musical fundraiser that will help them raise gold rings and play on. Through hilarious and heartfelt musical numbers we see the heroes, villains and sidekicks like we’ve never seen them before. But when things go terribly awry, it’s the quiet sidekick Little Mushroom who must find the hero within to help save the day!
Run-Time: 45 minutes
Age: Upper Elementary
Cast Size: 22+
Themes: Acceptance, Teamwork, Diversity, Overcoming Obstacles
Listen to the full show!
The All-Inclusive Production Kit
Every Beat by Beat musical comes with a digital Production Kit that provides everything you need to produce the show at one simple, affordable price.
Actor Book
The script the actors use. Clear, simple and professionally formatted to make your rehearsals run without a hitch. (PDF Download)
Director Book
A comprehensive guide to casting, sets, props and costumes. Plus the entire script with margin notes on how to direct the actors, when to press "play" for each music cue, and a blank stage to keep track of your blocking.
Piano-Vocal Sheet Music
Professionally arranged piano-vocal sheet music of every song in an easy-to-read format with dialogue cues. Perfectly matches the accompaniment tracks.
Vocal Tracks
Vocal recordings of the main songs in the show to help your actors arrive at rehearsal full prepared. (MP3 Download)
Accompaniment Tracks
Professionally orchestrated instrumental tracks of every song that the actors can perform along with during the show. Recorded by live, award-winning musicians to give every performance a visceral, authentic feel. Includes incidental and scene change music. Perfectly matches the Piano-Vocal Score to make rehearsals run without a hitch (MP3 Download)
Logo Pack
Attract audiences and sponsors with eye-catching logos on posters, programs, t-shirts and advertising. No restrictions on use.
Copy License
Permission to duplicate/print-on-demand as many copies of the above materials as needed for your entire cast and crew throughout the duration of the show.
Video Recording License
Legally record and share your production online, through DVD sales, or streaming, worry-free.
The resources above are conveniently provided through an online dashboard that you can access throughout your production.
We believe in clear, upfront pricing.
We know the importance of being able to confidently budget before choosing a show to produce. You’ll find the cost of our Production Kits to be about half the price of large publishers. Please we never charge extra for the things you need (logos, video license, etc.)
School Pricing
Accredited elementary and middle-schools.-
Digital Production Kit
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Unlimited performing rights for a 1-year period
Standard Pricing
All other organizations.-
Digital Production Kit
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$100/per performance royalty
Actor Book: The script the actors use. Clear, simple and professionally formatted to help give your actors a true theatre experience. The vocal sheet music is seamlessly integrated into the script to make your rehearsals run without a hitch. (PDF Download)
Director Book: A comprehensive guide to casting, sets, props and costumes. Plus the entire script with embedded notes on directing, choreography and music cues throughout. On the bottom of each page is a blank stage template for you to keep track of your blocking. (PDF Download)
Piano-Vocal Score: Professionally arranged Piano-Vocal Sheet music of the entire show in an easy to read format with script cues. Perfectly matches the Accompaniment Recordings. (PDF Download)
Vocal Tracks: The vocal recordings let your actors enjoy learning, practicing and perfecting the show’s songs with professional New York City performers as their guide. This allows your actors to arrive at rehearsals fully prepared. (MP3 Download)
Accompaniment Tracks: Also known as backing or karaoke tracks. All the instrumental music that actors can perform along with during the show. Professionally orchestrated to sound just like a Broadway orchestra. Includes sounds effects and scene change music. Music Cues in the Director Book tell you when to press “play”. (MP3 Download)
Logo Pack: Attract audiences and sponsors with professional logos on posters, programs, handbills, and advertising. Show logos are provided in multiple digital formats. You’re allowed to use them in any way you wish, including on cast t-shirts! (JPEG and PNG Download)
Copy License: No more wondering, “Did I order enough scripts for everyone?” The Copy License gives you the flexibility to copy and print as many scripts as you need for your entire cast and crew throughout the duration of your production. (PDF Download)
Video Recording License: The video recording license takes the “worry” out of turning your stage production into sharable videos. You can legally video record your production, upload it to YouTube, stream your production, or share it with your cast – so long as it’s being used for non-commercial purposes. (PDF Download)
Casting
Casting
HEROES
YOUNG ADVENTURER
MARCO THE PLUMBER
SPEEDY THE HEDGEHOG
MEGAKID
KARATE GUY/GIRL
JOHN ELWAY (LOCAL FAMOUS ATHLETE)
HERO ENSEMBLE
VILLAINS
SPIKEY TURTLE
MAD SCIENTIST
EVIL ROBOT
SLIMY ALIEN
GENERIC GHOST
ZOMBIE
VILLAIN ENSEMBLE
SIDEKICKS
LITTLE MUSHROOM
LORENZO THE BROTHER
HELPFUL DINOSAUR
FAIRY GUIDE
PAWS THE FOX
K9
SIDEKICK ENSEMBLE
OTHER CHARACTERS
PRINCESS POMEGRANATE
PAC ANNE
SQUARE BUILDER EVE
ANGRY BIRDY
GIUSEPPE
Considerations: PRESS START is an ensemble-driven show. YOUNG ADVENTURER and PRINCESS POMEGRANATE host the event and require strong stage presence. LITTLE MUSHROOM has the largest story arc and requires an excellent actor and singer. Each group of characters has their own song with singing solos. Each group can easily be expanded with an ensemble. PAC ANNE, GIUSEPPE, ANGRY BIRDY and SQUARE BUILDER EVE are great character roles that don’t require any solo singing. Every part is gender-neutral and can be played by a boy or girl.
Videos
Videos
Full Video: Drama Kids of Manasota
Highlight Reel: SSIS
Full Video: Calhoun Elementary
Listen to the podcast that documents the step-by-step creation of this musical!
Connie B. – Crossroads Area Student Theatre (Bloomington, IL) –
Really love the quality and creative style of the shows on Beat by Beat Press. Such a blessing to have a source for quality productions at prices our not-for profit company can afford. Thank you and keep it up. We just finished “Press Start”, our 3rd Beat by Beat production and are deciding on which of the shows to do next.
Jim S. – KD Markley Elementary School (Malvern, PA) –
It was a HUGE hit with our students and audience! I just wanted to say thank you for another amazing show. Last year we performed We Are Monsters and this year Press Start! It was a HUGE hit with our students and audience! Our elementary school kids laughed hysterically at Marco and Young Adventurer and I’ve caught quite a few kids walking down the hallways still singing songs from the show weeks later. Thanks again to you and the Beat by beat team!
Joanna C. – River Ridge Elementary School (Villa Hills, KY) –
We brought the chance at having performing arts back to our elementary school after a 10+ year hiatus. We found Beat by Beat Press via the Internet and looked through the scripts. We liked what was offered for the price and decided to try “Press Start! ” it couldn’t have turned out any better! After 6 months we put on a performance for our school and our community! Loved everything Beat by Beat offered, quality material, and something engaging for the actors and audience. Not only that, but it allowed students who didn’t have the financial means or transportation to participate in community theatre have an activity at school that they excelled in! So many of our talented cast went on to try out for giftedness in the area of drama as the transitioned to middle school and made it! Thanks for helping us bring the performing arts back to our school! We will use you again this coming school year!
John M. – Marshall Elementary School (Newark, DE) –
Tonight was our 3rd consecutive year we’ve produced a Beat by Beat production, and this was the best show (for elementary school students) we’ve produced yet!
Becky S. – Maranatha Christian School (Williams Lake, BC, Canada) –
Our show went really well, the kids had a great time and the parents were very proud. Our kids also helped to create our amazing sets, which brought video games to life. Thanks so much for such a great script. We will definitely be looking to you guys next year for our show.
Mark M. – Bankstown West Public School (Bankstown, NSW, Australia) –
Our show was amazing! The local community really appreciated the performance and we were very proud of our students. I would like to thank you for creating these wonderful musicals that our students can explore. Press Start was our first ever stage production and I’ve had so much positive feedback from parents and other students. I’ve had students ask to be apart of next years show and teachers singing the very catchy tunes. Beat by Beat Press has been an amazing resource for our school for drama and we cant wait to do our next show from your wide selection (Most probably Grunch!).
Mary-Martha J. – University of Utah Tanner Dance Program (Salt Lake City, UT) –
We will be singing these songs long after the curtain closes. The University of Utah Tanner Dance Elevate Theater Company performed “Press Start” and I just wanted to thank you for providing such a fun, uplifting and inspiring production for our company to be a part of. Because this company is comprised of individuals with varying disabilities, it was a large undertaking for these individuals to accomplish but the material and support you gave through your resources helped to make it a very successful experience for all.
Judy S. – Saint Agnes Schoo (Arlington, VA) –
A HUGE hit! I just wanted to let you know that our production of Press Start last night was a HUGE hit. I performed it with my entire Intermediate—Middle School. (In our case, that was 230 students!!) In addition to the cast, we had each class, from 4–8th grade perform a song as an ensemble. The kids had a lot of fun with the songs—and the theme of old vintage video games. I had several audience members tell me specifically that they loved the story—and the growth that Little Mushroom goes through. We’ve been doing BBB Press plays at our school for 4 years now! (We Are Monsters, Musicville, The Grunch, and now, Press Start) I’ve always loved the flexibility, and the fact that they are written specifically FOR children. Thanks again for the excellent options you present for young actors!
Alexandra M. – Dream Lake Elementary (Apopka, FL) –
I teach in a pretty large district and generally teachers do MTI shows. After using you this year we hope to convert some of our friends.
Rachelle P. – Mesquite Elementary School (Vail, AZ) –
We are VERY proud of this musical and what we have accomplished this year. My students and I are so incredibly grateful for this musical. It gave us all hope in a year when we needed it most. Thank you so much for being there and for creating this amazing musical. My kids and I LOVED it!!
Jaime J. – Ben Franklin Academy (Highlands Ranch, CO) –
This was one of my favorite shows so far!