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What is Co-Stars?
Co-Stars is a Kamishibai-inspired interactive storytime experience where children don't just listen — they become part of the adventure. As the story unfolds through illustrated cards, children provide the live vocal sound effects that bring it to life.
Every Co-Stars story is available free on YouTube — listen anytime, no subscription required. Grab the Join In Edition eBook to follow along with the illustrated story cards and sound effect cues, performing alongside the audio just like the live show.
Listen to the full Co-Stars playlist on YouTube here.
Co-Stars is created and performed by Nathan Schulz — The Drama Merchant.
Want to know how Co-Stars came to be? Read the full origin story here. (link to blog post)
Accompany Barbicane and Friends on their extraordinary voyage to the moon, inspired by the tales of Jules Verne.
From launching the spaceship into orbit using a colossal steam cannon to splashing down in the ocean, your child is invited to add their vocal sound effects as the story unfolds.
Listen to the full story for free right here, or grab the
Co-Stars Join In Edition eBook and follow along with the illustrations with sound cues! Perform along side the audio just like the live show!
Adapted and Narrated by Nathan Schulz
Music by Kevin Macleod
Artwork sourced from CANVA
Story runtime: 8min 20seconds
to RSVP for early access to Co-Stars Storytime early launch!
Upcoming Events
Co-Stars: Storytime - From the Earth to the Moon and BackDate and time is TBDThe Drama Merchant website
Explore the Collection
Here you can purchase the JOIN IN or STORYTIME books!
The 2026 Season (so far)
CO-STARS: JOIN IN EDITION - PLAYLIST
CO-STARS: STORYTIME
Sit back and relax in your own little corner of the internet where the storytelling never stops. No YouTube required!
And if you want to join in the fun, grab your copy of the Join in Edition from our store and make the sound effects along with the story - because the best stories are the ones you are part of!
Watch along as the stories unfold with stunning illustrations in the background, and listen out for the sound effect cues — because when I appear, it’s YOUR time to shine!
Each show is available to rent for 24, 48 or 72 hours - so the adventure can keep going when your ready for more!