North Shore Academy of the Arts and the Cedarburg Cultural Center present: 

“Straight From Broadway”

Professional Actor and Dancer Paul McGill

Cast member of the 2010 Tony Award Winning Musical “Memphis”

 
Enjoy this special evening with Paul at NSAA- 
1111 Broad Street, Grafton Wisconsin 
February 7, 2011. 6:00-7:30pm 

NSAA and Cedarburg Cultural Center are proud to announce their first cooperative community offering: “Straight From Broadway” with Dancer/Actor Paul McGill. This is your opportunity to get up close and personal with a real star! 

6:00-6:30: Hear from someone who’s traveled the road to Broadway.  Paul will talk about life as a performing artist; his background in theatre and dance as a young child; his education; the role his parents, teachers and directors played; and what it’s like on Broadway. Informative and casual, you will have a chance to ask Paul anything you want to know about following dreams in the performing arts. 

6:30-7:00: Learn dance techniques. Those who are interested in dance techniques move to the dance floor with Paul as he teaches basic moves and gets the kids, teens (and interested adults) moving! 

or Socialize and learn about opportunities at NSAA/Cedarburg Cultural Center: Those who aren’t interested in taking to the dance floor, can enjoy a reception of light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, with open registrations for programming at NSAA and the Cedarburg Cultural Center. 

 7:00-7:30: Watch Paul perform and then receive a signed autograph: We’ll convene in the theatre area of NSAA to watch Paul on stage in a solo dance routine from the Tony Award-Winning Broadway Musical “Memphis” in which he is currently performing! The evening will culminate in an autograph session.  

Appropriate attire recommended for those planning on dancing with Paul. 

Registration Fee: $35 

$45 for families of two; $10 for each additional family member  

To register, please contact NSAA at 262.377.3514 or click http://northshoreacademyofthearts.com/online-registration/straight-from-broadway-workshop

 
 
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

Starlight Night -Milwaukee Country Club 10 year Anniversary Celebration!!-

Announcing…..Hollywood and Broadway Celebrity Paul McGill

As a special surprise we are excited to announce that Paul McGill, Broadway actor, Film star from FAME, and long term performer will be joining us for the gala event.

In keeping with NSAA’s philosophy of how the arts can positively affect lives, Paul will be sharing his inspirational story of his rise to success and what the arts have done for him.

Don’t miss this special opportunity to meet Paul and enjoy a wonderful evening.