Orca Limelights stories are aimed at middle schoolers and teens with an interest in the performing arts. Topics include music, dance, theater, circus and magic. Reading levels from grade 3.5 to 6.5. Interest level age 11-14.

Forcing the Ace

Alex wants to enter a magic competition, but first he’ll have to learn to share the spotlight with a rival magician.

Warm Up

Jasmine's dance team is falling apart just before a competition, and it’s up to Jasmine to figure out a way to bring the team together.

Hot New Thing

Lily finds out that acting success in Hollywood comes at a price she may be unable to pay.

Big Time

Gerri dreams of making it big as a singer on her favorite reality show, but she hasn’t counted on being kicked off early in the competition.

Totally Unrelated

When Neil starts to compose and play his own music, it conflicts with the traditional Celtic music he performs with his family's band.