The Academy of Children's Theater production of the classic Sound of Music is a mesmerizing show because the young singers are so capable: they're tuneful and graceful and are clothed in terrific costumes.
The principal singers include -
Maria Rainier: Bridget Winder
Captain Von Trapp: Mike Martindale
Liesl: Ella Watkins
Friedrich: Christian Dantes
Louisa: Megan Tinsley
Kurt: John Peyton Pou
Brigitta: Megan Crews
Marta: Brooke Reedy
- Thurs through Sat the show starts at 7:00, and there is a matinee Sun at two o'clock.
- Call (318) 869-5242 if you would like to order tickets or for any other questions concerning tickets.
- Tickets are $20 for students, children, and seniors. $25 for adults.
- Running time, about 2.5 hours.
- See a review in Shreveport Blog last week.
Thursday, May 08, 2008
Middle-aged males needed by director Ryan Williams for PAC summer musical Kiss Me, Kate
Black Comedy, CMHS, Shreveport: Paton, Wuellner, Brummett, Azzawe, Gaston
Originally uploaded by trudeau
One male, 30-45 to play Fred Graham/Petruchio, Bigger than life persona--Principal/Lead--Baritone
One Male, 30-45 to play Gen. Harrison Howell, Imposing, military general--Supporting role--Baritone
One Male, 55-70 to play Harry Trevor/Baptista, Supporting Role, Character Actor, minimal singing
Any interested actors please contact Ryan Williams, director, at ryanwilliamscmm@yahoo.com.
Cast Meeting/Read-Sing Through May 20
Music Rehearsals May 21 & 22
Choreography Begins May 27
Individual music rehearsals June 2-6
Blocking rehearsals begin June 9.
Performances are July 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27
The SSO in Big Band mode: the Constellation Ball Fri, May 9, Grand Ballroom at Sam's Town
Drink, dine and dance the night away to the sounds of the Shreveport Symphony, says the invitation; it's the annual orchestra event called the Constellation Ball.
If you attended the Radio Days SSO concert in October you know that big band music, deriving some of its power from massed horns, is an orchestra specialty.
The Constellation Ball features
- drinks alongside Michael Butterman and the musicians, 7 pm
- seated supper, 8 pm
- both live and silent auctions
- Black tie optional
- dancing
Tickets are $150 per (only $100 if you're passing on the drinks)
This ball is one of the orchestra's major events in raising funds.
227-8863
If you attended the Radio Days SSO concert in October you know that big band music, deriving some of its power from massed horns, is an orchestra specialty.
The Constellation Ball features
- drinks alongside Michael Butterman and the musicians, 7 pm
- seated supper, 8 pm
- both live and silent auctions
- Black tie optional
- dancing
Tickets are $150 per (only $100 if you're passing on the drinks)
This ball is one of the orchestra's major events in raising funds.
227-8863
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
The Bluebirds with Deidre at Jayne Marie on Cross Lake, Sat, may 10, 7 to 11 pm, Shreveport
The Bluebirds with special guest Deidre will be playing at Jayne Marie on Cross Lake Sat, May 10, from 7 to 11 pm, says Bruce Flett.
Next week The Bluebirds(Bruce Flett, Cody Lowery, Jimmy Wooten) will be entertainers at the Thurs Hot Jazz on the Red series at the Barnwell, on the Riverfront. That's May 15, 6 to 8 pm.
Next Fri, May 16, they're back to Jayne Marie on Cross Lake.
Look for the Bluebirds Sun, May 25, at Mudbug Madness. They will be on the Swamp Stage.
www.thebluebirds.com
Visited Jayne Marie recently and found it very comfortable. Parking's easy and safe. While I didn't have time to have supper, I noticed that restaurateurs Jimmie and Jackie Caskey, of Jacquelyn's, were happy with their meal. It didn't arrive quickly, but it was nicely presented. The dining room's view of the lake is romantic. Acoustics were such that the band played, we chatted without undue effort, and finally, we cut a rug in front of the band. A satisfying evening, certainly.
Next week The Bluebirds(Bruce Flett, Cody Lowery, Jimmy Wooten) will be entertainers at the Thurs Hot Jazz on the Red series at the Barnwell, on the Riverfront. That's May 15, 6 to 8 pm.
Next Fri, May 16, they're back to Jayne Marie on Cross Lake.
Look for the Bluebirds Sun, May 25, at Mudbug Madness. They will be on the Swamp Stage.
www.thebluebirds.com
Visited Jayne Marie recently and found it very comfortable. Parking's easy and safe. While I didn't have time to have supper, I noticed that restaurateurs Jimmie and Jackie Caskey, of Jacquelyn's, were happy with their meal. It didn't arrive quickly, but it was nicely presented. The dining room's view of the lake is romantic. Acoustics were such that the band played, we chatted without undue effort, and finally, we cut a rug in front of the band. A satisfying evening, certainly.
OPUS pops concert at Louisiana Boardwalk on Sat, May 10, 3 pm, to stir support for full-time orchestra players
Where will the the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra find the funds to keep the full orchestra alive? There's no easy answer to that question, but negotiations have not closed. And the orchestra players are trying to make sure that area audiences are aware of the musical performances that are at stake.
OPUS (Orchestra Players United of Shreveport-Bossier) will produce a pops concert Saturday afternoon, May 10, 3 pm, in Bossier City, on Louisiana Boardwalk's 3rd Anniversary. The musicians of the SSO / OPUS will be performing a pops concert under the baton of Kermit Poling, says Susan Rogers. The concert will be held near the Cumulus end of the Boardwalk. There's an alternate site nearby in case of rain.
A new Symphony Orchestra of Shreveport-Bossier Audience Association has been developed, says Rogers. The group's principal goal is preservation of the full time Core Musicians. It is a 501-c-3 organization, says Rogers.
In addition to OPUS efforts, the SSO has 2 major concerts on its agenda:
- the Constellation Ball, Friday, May 9, at Sam's Town Grand Ballroom.
It features cocktails, a seated dinner, auction and dancing to the orchestra in big band mode. Tickets are $150. Please call 227-8863 to support the SSO via the ball.
- the Picnic Pops Concert at Riverview Park on Sat, May 17, 7:30 pm.
OPUS (Orchestra Players United of Shreveport-Bossier) will produce a pops concert Saturday afternoon, May 10, 3 pm, in Bossier City, on Louisiana Boardwalk's 3rd Anniversary. The musicians of the SSO / OPUS will be performing a pops concert under the baton of Kermit Poling, says Susan Rogers. The concert will be held near the Cumulus end of the Boardwalk. There's an alternate site nearby in case of rain.
A new Symphony Orchestra of Shreveport-Bossier Audience Association has been developed, says Rogers. The group's principal goal is preservation of the full time Core Musicians. It is a 501-c-3 organization, says Rogers.
In addition to OPUS efforts, the SSO has 2 major concerts on its agenda:
- the Constellation Ball, Friday, May 9, at Sam's Town Grand Ballroom.
It features cocktails, a seated dinner, auction and dancing to the orchestra in big band mode. Tickets are $150. Please call 227-8863 to support the SSO via the ball.
- the Picnic Pops Concert at Riverview Park on Sat, May 17, 7:30 pm.
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Opening at LSUS Wed, May 7, 7 pm, for work by teens in Project Talent, Caddo Schools
Project Talent gathers some of the best and brightest of Caddo teens in an after-school program under teachers Marabella Dunn and Shirlene Alexander. They draw and paint, use the computer and books, and make terrific art, says Henry Price.
Students and parents will gather for a reception marking the opening of their annual show at LSUS University center Gallery on Wed at 7 pm.
Some of these students may well be be the art stars of the future.
Students and parents will gather for a reception marking the opening of their annual show at LSUS University center Gallery on Wed at 7 pm.
Some of these students may well be be the art stars of the future.
Pruitt Taylor Vince directs comic Murder at the Banquet at LSUS Black Box Theater; encore performances May 9, 10, 11, at 8 pm
Murder at the Banquet is a bawdy interactive comic murder mystery directed by Pruitt Taylor Vince, says Robert Alford.
Encore Performances have been scheduled May 9, 10 & 11 at 8 p.m.
The cast:
Paula Rae Brown
G. Ruben Delgado
Audra Caitlyn Moss
Cameron Pierce
Rachel Rowland
Joe Kyle Thomas
Tommy Wallace
Eric Whitt
Christine Bradley
Courtney Pierce
Devin White
LSUS Black Box Theatre
Bronson Hall, #111
$10 in Advance, $12 at the door
$8 for Students, Educators, Groups, Seniors, Military
All Tickets are General Admission, Seating is Limited
Reservations: ralford@lsus.edu
Information: 797-5283
Encore Performances have been scheduled May 9, 10 & 11 at 8 p.m.
The cast:
Paula Rae Brown
G. Ruben Delgado
Audra Caitlyn Moss
Cameron Pierce
Rachel Rowland
Joe Kyle Thomas
Tommy Wallace
Eric Whitt
Christine Bradley
Courtney Pierce
Devin White
LSUS Black Box Theatre
Bronson Hall, #111
$10 in Advance, $12 at the door
$8 for Students, Educators, Groups, Seniors, Military
All Tickets are General Admission, Seating is Limited
Reservations: ralford@lsus.edu
Information: 797-5283
Monday, May 05, 2008
Download freely: 10 tracks from the slip, by Trent Reznor, available at nin.com
Nine Inch Nails founder Trent Reznor released a 10-track, 43-minute studio recording, “The Slip,” through his Web site, nin.com, on Monday. It was made available for immediate download in four digital configurations, each of them free, says Chicago Trib music writer Greg Kot.
“Thank you for your continued and loyal support over the years - this one's on me,” Reznor wrote on the Web site shortly after midnight as he made the music available. He encouraged downloaders to share and remix tracks.
A CD and vinyl version of the album will be made available in July.
“The Slip” represents the fifth set of new material Reznor has released this year. In March, he released a four-volume set of instrumental music, “Ghosts I-IV,” through his Web site, at five different prices, including a free download of some of the tracks. After a week, he reported more than 700,000 orders and downloads, and revenue of $1.6 million.
nin.com - the slip
Says Peter Kirn at createdigitalmusic.com, "NIN has used a Creative Commons attribution / non-commercial / share alike license, so you can remix their track for non-commercial purposes, free."
“Thank you for your continued and loyal support over the years - this one's on me,” Reznor wrote on the Web site shortly after midnight as he made the music available. He encouraged downloaders to share and remix tracks.
A CD and vinyl version of the album will be made available in July.
“The Slip” represents the fifth set of new material Reznor has released this year. In March, he released a four-volume set of instrumental music, “Ghosts I-IV,” through his Web site, at five different prices, including a free download of some of the tracks. After a week, he reported more than 700,000 orders and downloads, and revenue of $1.6 million.
nin.com - the slip
Says Peter Kirn at createdigitalmusic.com, "NIN has used a Creative Commons attribution / non-commercial / share alike license, so you can remix their track for non-commercial purposes, free."
LDEQ's new enviro-school comes to Shreveport Tues, May 15, 10 am to noon
Enviroschool is a series of training sessions designed to educate communities and encourage participation in the regulatory
process, says Paul Orr of the La Dept of Enviro Quality. The goal is for communities to become informed participants and skilled on how to access and utilize informational resources for effective communication and dialogue with stakeholders.
Training sessions will focus on a series of regulatory topics. The first session in this series will be: LDEQ 101: Understanding the Agency
This session will focus on:
* understanding the mission and new vision of the agency
* challenges and opportunities
* the organization and function of each office and division
* May 15, 2008, 10 am - noon, Shreveport
More info here.
process, says Paul Orr of the La Dept of Enviro Quality. The goal is for communities to become informed participants and skilled on how to access and utilize informational resources for effective communication and dialogue with stakeholders.
Training sessions will focus on a series of regulatory topics. The first session in this series will be: LDEQ 101: Understanding the Agency
This session will focus on:
* understanding the mission and new vision of the agency
* challenges and opportunities
* the organization and function of each office and division
* May 15, 2008, 10 am - noon, Shreveport
More info here.
New Dimensions Brass quintet plays jazz on the Barnwell patio, above the Red River, Thurs, May 8, from 6 to 8 pm
The New Dimensions Brass Quintet plays on the Barnwell patio Thurs, May 8, says Freda Powell. They are the second in the Hot Jazz series at Barnwell Garden & Art Center, 60 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.
ElDorado Resort Casino sponsors the concerts from May 1 to June 26, every Thurs, from 6 to 8 pm. Thus, no charge.
The New Dimensions performs annually at the Revel and other fests; I've learned to go immediately to their stage. Their sound is smartly modulated, their material well chosen (Beatles, etc) and the overall impact is distinctly uptown.
318-673-7703.
www.barnwellcenter.com
ElDorado Resort Casino sponsors the concerts from May 1 to June 26, every Thurs, from 6 to 8 pm. Thus, no charge.
The New Dimensions performs annually at the Revel and other fests; I've learned to go immediately to their stage. Their sound is smartly modulated, their material well chosen (Beatles, etc) and the overall impact is distinctly uptown.
318-673-7703.
www.barnwellcenter.com
Robinson Film Center schedule for "Honeydripper," "Forever," "In Bruges," "Under the same Moon" for week of May 5; also, see Yahoo movies and ShreveportBossierFunGuide.com
The Robinson Film Center presents "Honeydripper," May 5-May 15
Originally uploaded by Robinson Film Center
Monday, May 5
- “Honeydripper”
Starring Danny Glover, Written and directed by John Sayles
5:15 PM 7:40 PM
- “Forever”
A documentary film about the eternal power of art, as embodied by a cemetery where many of history’s greatest artists are buried.
5:30 PM 7:30 PM
Tuesday, May 6
- “Honeydripper”
5:25 PM 7:50 PM
- “Forever”
5:40 PM 7:40 PM
Wednesday, May 7
“Honeydripper”
5:00 PM 7:30 PM
“Forever”
5:15 PM 7:15 PM
Thursday, May 8
- “Honeydripper”
7:35 PM
- “Forever”
5:30 PM
Friday, May 9
- “In Bruges”
4:45 PM 9:15 PM
- “Under the Same Moon”
7:00 PM
- “Honeydripper”
7:15 PM
- “Forever”
5:10 PM 9:40 PM
Saturday, May 10
- “In Bruges”
2:30 PM 7:00 PM
- “Under the Same Moon”
12:15 PM 4:45 PM 9:15 PM
- “Honeydripper”
Noon 5:00 PM
- “Forever”
2:05 PM 7:15 PM
Sunday, May 11
- “In Bruges”
11:50 AM 4:20 PM 9:05 PM
- “Under the Same Moon”
2:05 PM 7:00 PM
- “Honeydripper”
2:25 PM
- “Forever”
12:15 PM 6:00 PM
Beverly Bryant, Debbie Buchanan Engle, Sheila Todd, Shreveport, present an Afternoon of Art at Home Design Center, Sat, May 10, 11:30 am
Each month West Edge Artists Co-op highlights artists' lives, writes Danielle Reans. On Sat, May 10, the artists are Beverly Bryant, Debbie Buchanan Engle and Sheila Todd.
Beverly Bryant has been an artist all her life, and aspires to create art everyday. Debbie Buchanan Engle’s art and life intertwine, and her art reflects this. Sheila Todd’s work with the Volunteers of America has been the inspiration for its Red River Artists with Disabilities (Rrad) Program, and Sheila is at the heart of this program.
There will be time to mingle and network as well as a formal presentation by the artists, showcasing their work.
Sat, May 10, 11:30 am til 2 pm
Home Design Center
6969 Fern Loop, Shreveport
318-629-5300
318-221-6961 for directions.
Beverly Bryant has been an artist all her life, and aspires to create art everyday. Debbie Buchanan Engle’s art and life intertwine, and her art reflects this. Sheila Todd’s work with the Volunteers of America has been the inspiration for its Red River Artists with Disabilities (Rrad) Program, and Sheila is at the heart of this program.
There will be time to mingle and network as well as a formal presentation by the artists, showcasing their work.
Sat, May 10, 11:30 am til 2 pm
Home Design Center
6969 Fern Loop, Shreveport
318-629-5300
318-221-6961 for directions.
Sunday, May 04, 2008
John Salmon in the kitchen at Abby Singer's Bistro, Robinson Film Center, Shreveport; open 11 am to 11 pm, daily - but beginning Tues at 5 pm
Robinson Film Center opened with an ultradiluvian upbash this weekend. Now it's time to see movies in the two theaters and sample the sushi, etc, at Abby Singer's Bistro (I shall let them tell you about the name).
Here's a sample of items from the Singer lunch menu:
Roasted tomato gazpacho, $3.50
Chicken gumbo soup, $3.50
West Indian chicken salad, $6.50
Old-fashioned burger, $7
Thai burger, $8
Catfish po-boy, $8.50
Chicago char dog, $4.50
My selection from the dinner menu:
Pan-seared panko breaded crab cakes, $12
Shrimp, scallop and crab martini, $10
Blackened redfish, $9
Beef carpaccio with fried green tomatoes, $12
American sushi platter, $13
Pesto chicken pizza, $10
The Bistro is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. (318) 424-9090
During the packed weekend opening I was chatting with a downtown professional who said, with a sigh, "There's just no place to eat downtown." Inasmuch as we were peering at Texas St from the Abby Singer Bistro balcony, I was gentle in explaining that he could now eat at the Bistro during lunch, afternoon, supper, etc. And didn't need to see a movie to enjoy a meal.
Ah, Shreveport.
Here's a sample of items from the Singer lunch menu:
Roasted tomato gazpacho, $3.50
Chicken gumbo soup, $3.50
West Indian chicken salad, $6.50
Old-fashioned burger, $7
Thai burger, $8
Catfish po-boy, $8.50
Chicago char dog, $4.50
My selection from the dinner menu:
Pan-seared panko breaded crab cakes, $12
Shrimp, scallop and crab martini, $10
Blackened redfish, $9
Beef carpaccio with fried green tomatoes, $12
American sushi platter, $13
Pesto chicken pizza, $10
The Bistro is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. (318) 424-9090
During the packed weekend opening I was chatting with a downtown professional who said, with a sigh, "There's just no place to eat downtown." Inasmuch as we were peering at Texas St from the Abby Singer Bistro balcony, I was gentle in explaining that he could now eat at the Bistro during lunch, afternoon, supper, etc. And didn't need to see a movie to enjoy a meal.
Ah, Shreveport.
Britcom from Darrow and the comedy gang at Shreveport Little Theater, May 15 - 17, LSUS: Move Over, Mrs Markham
Move Over, Mrs. Markham, a British comedy, will be staged May 15, 16, 17 at 8 pm in the University Center Theater at LSUS, says Bobby Darrow.
Darrow and Shreveport Little Theater have another production with what seems to be almost a repertory company: actors Joe Todaro, Michael Blake Powell, Josh Talley, Jamie Norwood, Virginia Walker, Haley Young, Lisa Daye, Valerie Perdue, and Dana Volkmar.
The production crew includes Josh Talley, Mike Jarrett, scenic construction, David White, lighting design, Charles Stewart, wig design and David Anderson, sound design.
$15. for adults, $13. for students, seniors, and active military.
Box office noon to 4:00 p.m., 424-4439.
Darrow and Shreveport Little Theater have another production with what seems to be almost a repertory company: actors Joe Todaro, Michael Blake Powell, Josh Talley, Jamie Norwood, Virginia Walker, Haley Young, Lisa Daye, Valerie Perdue, and Dana Volkmar.
The production crew includes Josh Talley, Mike Jarrett, scenic construction, David White, lighting design, Charles Stewart, wig design and David Anderson, sound design.
$15. for adults, $13. for students, seniors, and active military.
Box office noon to 4:00 p.m., 424-4439.
Margaret Avery, Academy award-nominated actress, to headline River City Rep's play, Member of the Wedding, July 16 - 20
Academy Award nominee Margaret Avery will be starring in River City Repertory Theatre's upcoming production of "The Member of the Wedding." The production opens July 16th and runs through July 20th at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in downtown Shreveport, says Patric McWilliams.
Avery will be playing the role of Berenice Sadie Brown in the Carson McCullers play. "Wedding" depicts the lives of whites and blacks in the South during the 1940s and the turmoil of twelve year old tomboy, Frankie Adams, as she awkwardly enters adolescence. Berenice, who works in the Adams household, has become a surrogate mother to the young and motherless girl.
Avery was nominated for the Oscar in Steven Spielberg's, "The Color Purple" for her performance as Shug Avery, the jazz singer. Currently, Avery can be seen in two films: "Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins" and Tyler Perry's "Meet The Browns." Avery has won a Los Angeles Drama Critics Award and a NAACP Lifetime Achievement Award.
The play will be directed by Patric McWilliams, Artistic Director of River City Rep; he will also design the sets and costumes. Tristan Decker will be the Light Designer and Kermit Poling will compose original music for the production.
River City Rep: 318-868-5888
Avery will be playing the role of Berenice Sadie Brown in the Carson McCullers play. "Wedding" depicts the lives of whites and blacks in the South during the 1940s and the turmoil of twelve year old tomboy, Frankie Adams, as she awkwardly enters adolescence. Berenice, who works in the Adams household, has become a surrogate mother to the young and motherless girl.
Avery was nominated for the Oscar in Steven Spielberg's, "The Color Purple" for her performance as Shug Avery, the jazz singer. Currently, Avery can be seen in two films: "Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins" and Tyler Perry's "Meet The Browns." Avery has won a Los Angeles Drama Critics Award and a NAACP Lifetime Achievement Award.
The play will be directed by Patric McWilliams, Artistic Director of River City Rep; he will also design the sets and costumes. Tristan Decker will be the Light Designer and Kermit Poling will compose original music for the production.
River City Rep: 318-868-5888
Nunsense, East Bank Theater, Bossier City, gets big review from the Times; performances May 9 through May 11
The stage sisters starring in the irreverent Nunsense at East Bank Theater, Bossier City, have gotten a detailed thumbs up from Times writer Alex Kent.
Directed by one of the area's best theater producers, Richard Folmer, Nunsense has won individual compliments for singing and comedic work from critic Kent. He liked:
Sister Mary Amnesia, Emily Mwakitawa
Seva May, as Sister Mary Regina
Sister Mary Hubert, Terra Tatum
Jessica Maxey, Sister Mary Leo
and
Reagan Cassanova, Sister Mary Robert Anne.
May 9-10, 8 pm.
Sun, May 11, 2 pm.
East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd. in Bossier City.
$15, adults; $11, students, seniors and active military.
(318) 741-8307.
Directed by one of the area's best theater producers, Richard Folmer, Nunsense has won individual compliments for singing and comedic work from critic Kent. He liked:
Sister Mary Amnesia, Emily Mwakitawa
Seva May, as Sister Mary Regina
Sister Mary Hubert, Terra Tatum
Jessica Maxey, Sister Mary Leo
and
Reagan Cassanova, Sister Mary Robert Anne.
May 9-10, 8 pm.
Sun, May 11, 2 pm.
East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd. in Bossier City.
$15, adults; $11, students, seniors and active military.
(318) 741-8307.
Saturday, May 03, 2008
Artbreak Idol competition: 6 pm Sat, May 3, the top 25 contestants; 2 pm, Sun, May 4: final round at Shreveport Convention Center
One of the newest features of Artbreak is the Bossier Arts Council's Artbreak Idol contest. On Sat, May 3, at 6 pm see the Broadway Night Semi-finals.
This show stopper, says Haley Young, will feature a choreographed performance by the top 25 singers chosen from among hundreds who auditioned, who will then vie for a place among the top 3 singers in Sunday’s finals as they compete for a $1,000 grand prize.
At 2 pm Sun, May 4, the Artbreak Idol Final Round hits the stage; it will feature the Top 3 singers from Caddo and Bossier Schools.
Also on Sun:
12:00 Noon: ArtBreak opens
12:30 pm: The Shreveport Junior Symphony performs under the direction of Chris Allen on the Chase Bank Stage.
1:30 pm: Survivor ArtBreak contestants showcase their talents as demonstrated in the competition on Saturday. Watch as the winner is announced during the Awards Ceremony.
2:00 pm: ARTBREAK IDOL Final Round featuring the Top 3 singers from Caddo and Bossier Schools.
3:00 PM: ArtBreak Awards Ceremony – presenting cash awards and savings bonds to the outstanding Literary, Music, and Visual Artists in Caddo and Bossier Parish Schools followed by the announcement of the $1,000 ArtBreak Idol Award winner.
6:00 PM: ArtBreak Festival Closes.
Tonight, Sat:
8:00 pm: Hands-On Activities close
9:00 pm: ArtBreak closes
Please see an earlier SptBlog post on parking.
This show stopper, says Haley Young, will feature a choreographed performance by the top 25 singers chosen from among hundreds who auditioned, who will then vie for a place among the top 3 singers in Sunday’s finals as they compete for a $1,000 grand prize.
At 2 pm Sun, May 4, the Artbreak Idol Final Round hits the stage; it will feature the Top 3 singers from Caddo and Bossier Schools.
Also on Sun:
12:00 Noon: ArtBreak opens
12:30 pm: The Shreveport Junior Symphony performs under the direction of Chris Allen on the Chase Bank Stage.
1:30 pm: Survivor ArtBreak contestants showcase their talents as demonstrated in the competition on Saturday. Watch as the winner is announced during the Awards Ceremony.
2:00 pm: ARTBREAK IDOL Final Round featuring the Top 3 singers from Caddo and Bossier Schools.
3:00 PM: ArtBreak Awards Ceremony – presenting cash awards and savings bonds to the outstanding Literary, Music, and Visual Artists in Caddo and Bossier Parish Schools followed by the announcement of the $1,000 ArtBreak Idol Award winner.
6:00 PM: ArtBreak Festival Closes.
Tonight, Sat:
8:00 pm: Hands-On Activities close
9:00 pm: ArtBreak closes
Please see an earlier SptBlog post on parking.
Review: Bridget Winder leads a voice-rich Sound of Music for the Academy of Children's Theater production at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, Shreveport; performances May 3, 4 and May 8 - 11
Opening with gorgeous a capella singing in a Latin mass, adept voices drive the production of Sound of Music by the Academy of Children's Theater, Shreveport.
Cynthia Whitaker, director, and Lauren Ross, choreographer, have drawn remarkably melodious performances from a cast of 50, nearly all of them youngsters.
Bridget Winder plays Maria with aplomb. Her smile and capable voice, her graceful movement and appealing profile allow the audience no doubt that a young star is coming into her own on the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse stage.
Ella Watkins, as the teen girl in the Von Trapp family, is also impressive in voice and grace. She, too, has a light-up-the-stage vibe.
Academy of Children's Theater has become a cultural incubator in these several seasons. Drawing talent from across the region, Whitaker and Ross have established a high standard for talent, energy and detail. Example: you'll hear an additional song in the stage version of Sound of Music than are in the movie.
Sound of Music is not an easy sell in this material world. As handsome as is the cast, the songs are classics of heart-tugging melody and harmony; they do not rock. The costumes (Nora Moon, Cynthia Whitaker) are rich of design and fabric; they are also demure. The production ran from 7 to 9:35 on Friday night; that's a bit long for the modern world.
But there's a 10-piece orchestra below the stage, not a CD. And the lighting (Courtney Gaston) and sound (Adam Boyd, Ed Taunton) are unusually effective. Casting is first-rate. Even the cast of nuns have big, beautiful eyes to match their well-trained voices.
John Peyton Pou is a kid who looks totally at home singing and dancing. Christian Dantes is also impressive. Backing Winder and Watkins are delightful Meagan Tinsley along with Meagan Crews, Brooke Reedy and drama princess Lucia Boyd.
It's a huge cast but it has depth: Jenny Taunton and adept comedian Tyler Northen add zest to the second half. Holt Kirkrndoll, the young Nazi, was terribly smooth in both dance and song. Mike Martindale is a very capable captain.
This show is a vocal feast that meets the highest standards in children's theater. Do not hesitate to spend an evening with this Von Trapp family.
- Thurs through Sat through the May 11 weekend at 7 pm each night.
- Matinees at 2 pm both Sundays.
- tickets $20, 25.
- (318) 869-5242
Cynthia Whitaker, director, and Lauren Ross, choreographer, have drawn remarkably melodious performances from a cast of 50, nearly all of them youngsters.
Bridget Winder plays Maria with aplomb. Her smile and capable voice, her graceful movement and appealing profile allow the audience no doubt that a young star is coming into her own on the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse stage.
Ella Watkins, as the teen girl in the Von Trapp family, is also impressive in voice and grace. She, too, has a light-up-the-stage vibe.
Academy of Children's Theater has become a cultural incubator in these several seasons. Drawing talent from across the region, Whitaker and Ross have established a high standard for talent, energy and detail. Example: you'll hear an additional song in the stage version of Sound of Music than are in the movie.
Sound of Music is not an easy sell in this material world. As handsome as is the cast, the songs are classics of heart-tugging melody and harmony; they do not rock. The costumes (Nora Moon, Cynthia Whitaker) are rich of design and fabric; they are also demure. The production ran from 7 to 9:35 on Friday night; that's a bit long for the modern world.
But there's a 10-piece orchestra below the stage, not a CD. And the lighting (Courtney Gaston) and sound (Adam Boyd, Ed Taunton) are unusually effective. Casting is first-rate. Even the cast of nuns have big, beautiful eyes to match their well-trained voices.
John Peyton Pou is a kid who looks totally at home singing and dancing. Christian Dantes is also impressive. Backing Winder and Watkins are delightful Meagan Tinsley along with Meagan Crews, Brooke Reedy and drama princess Lucia Boyd.
It's a huge cast but it has depth: Jenny Taunton and adept comedian Tyler Northen add zest to the second half. Holt Kirkrndoll, the young Nazi, was terribly smooth in both dance and song. Mike Martindale is a very capable captain.
This show is a vocal feast that meets the highest standards in children's theater. Do not hesitate to spend an evening with this Von Trapp family.
- Thurs through Sat through the May 11 weekend at 7 pm each night.
- Matinees at 2 pm both Sundays.
- tickets $20, 25.
- (318) 869-5242
Thursday, May 01, 2008
ArtBreak 08: here's how to find parking from Fri, May 2, through Sun, May 4
ArtBreak is a festival so big – spanning more than 100 schools, including more than 50 hands-on art activities, featuring 100 school and community performances, and exhibiting more than 2,000 works
of art by students - that it needs to be housed in the biggest site in town: The Shreveport Convention Center.
Activities will take place from Fri, May 2 through Sun,
May 4, says Julia Foley.
Admission to ArtBreak is free; there is plenty of free parking surrounding the Shreveport Convention Center; there is a free “Yellow Bus Trolley” transporting festival-goers from the AmSouth Bank Parking Garage to the Shreveport Convention Center.
Those who wish to park in the Shreveport Convention Center Parking Garage located between Spring Street and Market Street at Caddo Street will pay $3.00 per car to park.
Kid Friendly menus and pricing will be found in the concessions booths, says the Shreveport Convention Center.
of art by students - that it needs to be housed in the biggest site in town: The Shreveport Convention Center.
Activities will take place from Fri, May 2 through Sun,
May 4, says Julia Foley.
Admission to ArtBreak is free; there is plenty of free parking surrounding the Shreveport Convention Center; there is a free “Yellow Bus Trolley” transporting festival-goers from the AmSouth Bank Parking Garage to the Shreveport Convention Center.
Those who wish to park in the Shreveport Convention Center Parking Garage located between Spring Street and Market Street at Caddo Street will pay $3.00 per car to park.
Kid Friendly menus and pricing will be found in the concessions booths, says the Shreveport Convention Center.
Bob Wood photos at Karpeles Museum Shreveport in May; reception Sat, May 3, 1 pm
"Landscapes & Cityscapes" is an exhibition of the photographic works of Bob Wood at Karpeles Museum, says Jean Glabus.
The Wood bio is extensive: In the 1960s he graduated from Vanderbilt, earned a master's degree in English at the University of North Carolina, and taught English at the University of Tennessee at
Martin. Wanting to better understand the country, he entered the graduate program in American Studies at the University of New Mexico and took courses in several different departments. After earning his Ph.D., he worked as a housing planner in Metairie, Louisiana, before returning to Albuquerque, where he held
positions as a technical writer, a managing editor for a database and a real estate appraiser. In 1992 he earned a master's in Library and Information Science at Louisiana State University, and in 1993 he began working as a reference librarian at the LSU Medical Center, now the Health sciences Center, in Shreveport.
Wood's reception is Sat May 3rd between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
The Wood bio is extensive: In the 1960s he graduated from Vanderbilt, earned a master's degree in English at the University of North Carolina, and taught English at the University of Tennessee at
Martin. Wanting to better understand the country, he entered the graduate program in American Studies at the University of New Mexico and took courses in several different departments. After earning his Ph.D., he worked as a housing planner in Metairie, Louisiana, before returning to Albuquerque, where he held
positions as a technical writer, a managing editor for a database and a real estate appraiser. In 1992 he earned a master's in Library and Information Science at Louisiana State University, and in 1993 he began working as a reference librarian at the LSU Medical Center, now the Health sciences Center, in Shreveport.
Wood's reception is Sat May 3rd between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
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