On a personal note, my family and I were fortunate enough to be able to visit New York City this weekend. One of the reasons we went was to visit two friends of NSAA: Rebecca Hare, alum as long time student and performer with NSAA. She is attending school in New York and it was terrific to catch up with her. We are so proud of all of her accomplishments and her desire to keep realizing her dreams through the arts.
And then Paul McGill, a newer friend to NSAA, he was our celebrity guest at Starlight Night last year and has joined our artistic advisory board.
My family and I went to the musical “Memphis” which is the show Paul is performing in on Broadway. Knowing Paul and what he’s involved in, I did expect the show to be terrific but it was beyond that. The dancing, singing, characterization telling the story of Memphis was moving, to say the least. I left re-inspired on how the arts can be such a potent form of communication and how important it is for our culture and for our own souls.
Paul’s individual contribution to the show was nothing short of amazing. Obviously, the fact that he’s been in movies and on Broadway and in tv shows indicates that he has talent, but watching him on stage was truly an experience. He can fly as he dances, move as fluidly as the wind and has the energy that I always ask our young performers to give to their performances.
What’s more beautiful yet is Paul’s belief in what he does and his interest in sharing his gifts. I’m so proud to announce that he’ll be coming to NSAA on February 7th to teach, choreograph and share his insights into the world of performing arts. It’s a two hour workshop you won’t want to miss. Spaces are limited so look to register for this in our upcoming winter/spring brochure, soon to be released. How often do we have a chance to be taught by a performer on Broadway? We are grateful….
Finally, we do have one more exciting project that we are working on, in the visual arts department. I can’t wait to share it with you, and as soon as the details are finalized, I will. So please stay tuned, and thanks again for your continuous support.
Blessings,
Sheri
