Where Every
Voice Matters
Star Studios is an organization dedicated to helping children from underserved communities develop their passion for and understanding of music. We believe that every young person has a story worth hearing — and we give them the tools to tell it.
Stella Vanderhook
Founder & Creative Director
Meet Stella Vanderhook
Stella Vanderhook is a Newport Beach-based teen singer and actress who has been immersed in musical theater her whole life. That foundation sparked a deeper love for music itself — leading her to start writing and releasing her own original songs on Spotify over the past two years. For Stella, creating music is about genuine expression — taking everything she's learned on stage and turning it into something personal. Represented by AE Talent and training with Next Big Thing Academy, she's an artist equally at home in front of a camera and behind a microphone. Music has the power to shape who you are — and every child deserves the chance to discover that. Through Star Studios, the mission is simple: to create a space where kids can explore their creativity, build confidence, and fall in love with music the same way I did. Because passion doesn't need to be perfect. It just needs a place to grow.
Our Values
Accessibility
Every child deserves access to music education regardless of economic background.
Creativity
We believe every young person has a unique sound and story waiting to be shared.
Community
Music is better together. We build connections between aspiring artists and industry mentors.
Excellence
We set the bar high because our students deserve professional-grade opportunities.