Take a peak at what we are offering this fall! 

Email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org or call 262.377.3514

REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE…Register early to receive a discount!

Here we go!   One decade down.  Many more to go!  2011 will mark our next decade of providing visual, literary and performing arts opportunities for all ages.   For 10 years we have provided the Southeastern WI communities with quality programming.  Here is a peek at our newest offerings. 

Announcing our Winter Spring Program and Events Guide

“Growing Strong” photo courtesy of Angela Mack (c) 11/10.  May not be used without permission.

Happy Autumn, Everyone!

Moving into our next decade of programming, we are excited to not only work to expand our offerings but to  look closely at what we are currently doing and refine to make improvements.

Being a part time operating organization, we are constantly seeking the most timely, efficient means of communication in all areas to serve you best. We are making some changes within the office. One procedure you can expect is that if NSAA receives a call or voice mail during the weekdays, Monday through Thursday, it will be responded to by the end of the next business day by an office staff person.  

Additionally, Debbie Knuth has taken on the role of Stagekids Community Coordinator to answer all quesitons about any of our Stagekids shows. To reach someone most expediently, please use the following contacts. In addition, the office hours are posted below, so feel free to stop up in the office during those hours. 
 
We look forward to continuing to grow in all ways. Your suggestions, support and continued interest in the arts is always appreciated.  

Thank you.

Sheri Bestor, Founder, President, North Shore Academy of the Arts, Inc.

WHO TO CONTACT with QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:

Office Staff (usually Christena), general questions, private music lessons, registration for classes, Stagekids shows and Imagine Me Pre-K Arts Enrichment  info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

Debbie Knuth, Stagekids Community Coordinator - all volunteer interests, questions and suggestions  debbiek@northshoreacademyofthearts.org  

Paula Christensen, Program Director -questions about the facility, NSAA teaching positions, celebrations, volunteer interest other than board work, upcoming North Shore Center of the Arts and birthday parties  paulac@northshoreacademyofthearts.org  

Sheri Bestor, Founder & President - new initiatives, concerns, ideas and suggestions for the organization as a whole and board member interest  sherib@northshoreacademyofthearts.org  

Angela Mack, Marketing Director -website updates, marketing, Catering the Arts Programs, Sirius Talent Programs and Jr. Stagekids Productions  angelam@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

Kathleen Fictum, Dance Department Director – dance program inquiries kathleenf@northshoreacademyofthearts.org  

Cedarburg Performing Arts Center- Ticket Sales for Beauty and the Beast, Hairspray and Camp Rock 262.376.6161

OFFICE HOURS

Email is BEST info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org but call and leave a message at (262) 377-3514 if you have any questions.  If you wish to stop in sometime, office staff are intermittently in the administrative office on the 3rd floor. Office hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00pm.

Come and hear these talented local GLEEKS sing their hearts out on Monday November 15 at 7pm!  This event is free and open to the public.   WATCH NEW “Take a Bow” VIDEO!

The teen GLEEKS are students ranging from Mequon to Fredonia.

Early Bird Sale ENDS August 24!

Please look through our Fall Program Guide of Classes and Events.  You can print out the last page of the PDF, fill it out, and drop it off anytime in our convenient outdoor REGISTRATION BOX.  The box is located at the Broad Street entrance to our facility. 

OR…..you can register for your class ONLINE RIGHT NOW. 

Those who register prior to 8/24 will receive a 10% discount.  Early registration helps our instructors and staff to plan accordingly.  Thank you for helping us by registering early!

For registration questions, please email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org or call 262.377.3514 and leave a message.

NSAA Jr. Stagekids will present “Disney’s Aladdin KIDS!” for the public on Monday August 30 at 5:00pm and 7:00pm.  A suggested donation will be taken at the door for admission at North Shore Academy of the Arts, 1111 Broad Street in Grafton.   There will be a “Green Cast” and “Purple Cast” of six to ten year olds from the southeastern Wisconsin region performing.    Each show lasts approximately 40 minutes and is produced and directed by Angela Mack.

The next production that the Jr. Stagekids will be presenting is “Schoolhouse ROCK!”.  Anyone wanting to sign up their six to ten year old can do so by registering online  at our website. Go to http://www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org to find other fall classes and events at NSAA.  

NSAA’s Jr. Stagekids program introduces very young children to the world of live theater complete with costumes, set, makeup, choreography, characterization, memorization and blocking.   

North Shore Academy of the Arts Stagekids will be presenting Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST January 20-23 2011 at the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center (CPAC).  NSAA is CURRENTLY REGISTERING for our spring ADULT/YOUTH production of HAIRSPRAY which will be performed at the CPAC April 1-3 2011.

 
Disney’s Aladdin KIDS is presented through special arrangementwith and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, 421 West 54th Street New York, NY 10019.  Script, music and all other material (c) 2009 Disney Enterprises, Inc. Aladdin KIDS and Disney’s Aladdin KIDS are trademarks of Disney Enterprises, Inc.  The KIDS Collections and MTI’s KIDS Collection are trademarks of Music Theatre International.  All rights reserved.
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Perhaps you may not know that North Shore Academy of the Arts (NSAA) expands far beyond the reach of our Grafton facility.  Our instructors have been traveling to other cities for quite some time to bring PREMIER ARTS ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMING in the visual, performing and literary arts. 

NSAA has brought fine visual and performing arts programming to Bayshore Town Center in Bayshore.  Our Stagekids directors have been traveling to the Hartford Schauer Center for several seasons putting on high quality productions.  Our instructors have taught music and drama in Pre-K facilities in Mequon and Germantown.   Our performers have performed in Cedarburg, Mequon and Bayshore for various key events.  We have gone into public  schools to present assemblies and have fulfilled the need for arts enrichment in a private Milwaukee high school.   We have worked with Nicolet and Homestead high schools. 

With the 10 year anniversary of NSAA, we expect to continue expanding to fulfill the need for high quality arts programming in Wisconsin.  We are excited to launch our 2010-11 season.  If you would like for us to join you at your facility, in your community, on site at your location please email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org  attn: Sheri or Paula to discuss your specific arts needs.  For more on CATERING THE ARTS grab a brochure!

Arts organization seeking an energetic and talented choreographer to work with adults and youth on musical productions.
Please email your interest/resume to: Sheribnsaainc@aol.com

Dear Friends,

We are overjoyed to share with you some amazing news today:

We have REACHED our fundraising goal for the Outdoor Classroom in memory of Felix!

The brick pavers sale was a huge success, big thanks to all who purchased bricks!  Thank you to all donors who embraced this special project by donating their time, treasure and talents.  We could not have done it without you!  Special thank you to Dave Cavil who generously rose to the occasion and closed the funding gap.

Weather permitting, we’ll be breaking ground June 21st.  We look forward to seeing you all at the Grand Opening early summer.  I’ll keep you posted on the date and time for the opening ceremony.

THANK YOU!

Sincerely,
Urszula Cholewinska
North Shore Academy of the Arts
Board of Directors

Felix Classroom Project Manager
1111 Broad Street 
Grafton, WI 53024

* photo courtesy of http://www.alicialeewade.com

Don’t forget that our spring classes begin on Monday 4/12.  REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! 

Also, announcing our SUMMER CLASSES!  Save the dates and register online while spaces are still open! 

Email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.com with any registration questions.