North Shore Academy of the Arts in cooperation with Kapco Inc., presents…

Out to Lunch with a Star!

Don’t miss the chance of a lifetime! 15 lucky fans and aspiring actors will have a pizza party lunch with High School Musical’s Olesya Rulin.

Olesya is a star of both TV and film, but is best known for her role as “Kelsi” in all three High School Musical movies.

With your reserved seat, you will have the opportunity to sit down with Olesya, get autographs and plenty of pictures. Olesya is happy to share advice about becoming an actor, auditioning and give other helpful tips.  The lunch will be generously donated by Joey Buona’s Pizzeria & Restaurant.

Perfect for a few friends, or be the special one to reserve the entire event for a birthday party or any celebration!

When: Sunday, April 3, 2011, 12:00p.m.
Where: Joey Buona’s Pizzeria, 500 N. Water St., Milwaukee
Cost: $40/person or $600 for the entire event

Call NSAA to reserve your space now! 262.377.3514

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THE ARTS MILL Grand Opening Event March 11

The North Shore Academy of the Arts Would Like to Invite the Community to the Arts Mill Grand Opening Event on March 11 Between 5-10pm at the Arts Mill Location.

Grafton, WI, March 6, 2011:  The Arts Mill, a new sister site for the North Shore Academy of the Arts, will have its Grand Opening Event on Friday, March 11 from 5 to 10pm.  The general public is invited to attend the Grand Opening Event at 1300 14^th Avenue in Grafton.  Food and beverage will be available for purchase by Grapes and Tastes.  Visitors can browse the Arts Mill Boutique which showcases the merchandise of Wisconsin artisans.  Newly renovated gallery, studio and event space will be open for the public to browse as well.  The community can meet the artists and celebrate this great event.  Please visit http://www.theartsmill.org for more information.

ABOUT US… The Arts Mill

The Arts Mill is a division of North Shore Academy of the Arts, a not-for-profit organization offering quality opportunities in the visual, performing and literary arts. As we move into the next chapter of our growth, we have opened this satellite location to further our mission of supporting the arts. The Arts Mill is situated in the historic Grafton Mill located at 1300 14th Ave. Grafton, WI adjacent to the Milwaukee River and two blocks from our home site. The newly renovated 3rd floor of the mill will host many exciting NSAA events and is also available for our community to rent for private parties. Our 2nd floor has been renovated to house our art studios, which supports local artists in their discipline while giving the public the opportunity to view live artists at work. Within the studio space is the Arts Mill Boutique, developed to encourage the pursuit of artistic careers. It is a wonderful mix of gift items and creative accessories developed by local artists from Milwaukee and Southeastern, WI.

Funds to renovate the Arts Mill have largely been provided by Kapco, Inc.    Donations are still being accepted. Kapco, Inc. has offered to match funds up to $5000.  Please email Arts Mill Director Paula Christensen if you are interested in making a donation.  paulac@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

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News Graphic Article “Chairman of the Arts” from January 18, 2011

For Immediate Release

Re: North Shore Academy of the Arts, Board of Directors

Contact: Sheri Bestor/262.719.4633

North Shore Academy of the Arts Inducts Neil Willenson  as Chairperson of Board of Directors

North Shore Academy of the Arts Inc., a not-for-profit 501c3 organization located in Ozaukee County, providing quality opportunities in the arts, enters their second decade of service to the community.  

“We have many inspiring developments taking place and on the horizon,” said NSAA Founder, Sheri Bestor. “One of the most exciting is Neil Willenson joining our Board. With his tremendous non-profit knowledge, people skills and overall leadership qualities, Neil will be a fantastic addition to our already strong board.”

Current Board members include former chair, Dave Fischer the CFO of Kapco, who is now the Vice President  of NSAA’s board and joining the financial committee, Darrell Hofland, Village Administrator of Grafton, Mike Donahue,  CPA and owner of Donahues Accounting Services, Paula Hare, owner of Hare Strigenz Design, Bruce McIlnay, Attorney, and Urszula Cholewinska.  “We are pleased and proud to welcome Dave Cavil to the board as well. Dave and his wife Sara were the people who stepped forward with a contribution to close the gap and make the outdoor classroom a reality. Dave is  already involved with exciting improvements to the Broad Street Facility. The addition of Dave is perfect timing with Neil taking on the Chairperson position.”

Stepping in as Chair, Neil will work with board members on fundraising and governing the organization.  

 ”When Neil became available, Sheri and I saw it as a golden opportunity.  Neil is uniquely qualified to lead the Board with his firsthand knowledge and understanding of what it takes to run a successful 501c3 organization, his training and background in arts and entertainment as well as his participation in past NSAA productions.  We are extremely fortunate to be able to add such a talented individual to what is already a strong Board.”

Indeed, with 20 years of non-profit executive leadership skills as the  Founder and former CEO of One Heartland, a national charity for disadvantaged children, Willenson is the  perfect fit to lead our Board of Directors.  Most recently, Willenson began work as the Vice President of Community Relations at Kapco where he leads Kapco’s vast philanthropic and community work.

“The dedication and experience provided by Dave Fischer throughout his tenure as Board Chair has brought North Shore Academy of the Arts (NSAA) to a new level.  I am confident that Neil, who has been involved with NSAA for many years will continue the growth and leadership that Dave has provided.  The combination of Neil’s and Dave’s experience and dedication will provide NSAA with a tremendous leadership team,” said NSAA’s Advisory Board Member, Les Weil, Community Volunteer.  

“NSAA continues to transition in such a positive way.  With the addition of Neil and Dave Cavil and the continued dedication of our other board members, our administration at NSAA will be able to focus on running the organization and programming,” said Bestor.

“It is a great honor to be invited to serve as the Board Chair of the North shore Academy of the Arts. For many years I have been an admirer of Founder Sheri Bestor and the creative and dedicated team she has assembled.  As a resident of Grafton myself and a participant in NSAA programming, I know firsthand the great value that NSAA provides to thousands of people in our community.  I am excited for the opportunity to help NSAA bring their bold and ambitious vision of growth to fruition.  Art and arts education truly enriches lives.  NSAA is a preeminent organization in making this possible,” said Neil.

North Shore Academy of the Arts is located in Grafton. Wisconsin, with two facilities.  They focus on classes in the arts for children and adults, musical productions, workshops, mentoring in the arts and the soon to be opening art studios, boutique and art gallery.  To learn more about NSAA or to become involved, visit the website at www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org

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For Immediate Release

December 27, 2010   

Contact: Sheri Bestor  Cell:  262.719.4633                              

Arts Mill in downtown Grafton secures initial funding; Construction Underway Soon.

The “Arts Mill” in downtown Grafton to transform the Grafton Mill building into a vibrant community for artists, performers and residents of the north shore communities. 

•  The new “Arts Mill”  created by the North Shore Academy of the Arts will help make downtown Grafton a tourist and entertainment destination.
• The one-of-a-kind Arts Mill to include studio space for 20 artists, a boutique, gallery and banquet space.
• Kapco to provide lead $10,000 gift and up to $5,000 in matching funds.
• Community members are encouraged to contribute now so that the $5,000 match can be secured.
• The historic building will receive many upgrades that will transform the space into a vibrant arts community. 

(Grafton, WI) The New Year will be an exciting start to North Shore Academy of the Arts’ second decade of offering Southeastern Wisconsin programming and opportunities in the visual, performing and literary arts. 

WIth the expansion of the soon to be opening “Arts Mill” NSAA is striving to become the hub of arts in Grafton.  

“Moving into the historical Grafton Mill is like coming back home,” said Sheri Bestor, Founder and President of NSAA. “We began there with three small rooms ten years ago and now we’ll be occupying the second and a portion of the third floor.”  

“We have many artists who have already committed to occupying studio space with us. The high talent and variety of mediums will be an asset to the project,” said Paula Christensen, Director of NSAA’s Studios and Gallery. “I’m confident that we can fill all our spaces once we’ve committed to the upgrades.”

To make the space the perfect location for art studios and a gallery, there are several updates that need to take place before the move can happen.  That’s where the community comes in, lead by Kapco. 

“We’ve always been able to count on Jim Kacmarcik and the Kapco team to support our endeavors in the arts for our community.  Neil Willenson, the Vice President of  Community Relations at Kapco, has secured a generous,” said Bestor. 

“Kapco is pleased to be the lead contributor to the exciting Arts Mill project.  We have always admired the vision of NSAA Founder Sheri Bestor and have partnered with this fine organization for many years.   We know our funds will be utilized to transform the Grafton Mill building into a vibrant center for the visual and performing arts.  To encourage community participation in this important endeavor, In addition to our $10,000 lead gift,  Kapco will also match up to $5,000 in contributions received prior to spring 2011.     We are hopeful that the entire community will embrace what will soon become a one of a kind artistic and entertainment destination,” said Jim Kacmarcik, President of Kapco Metal Stamping.

 NSAA  envisions this project to be a community wide endeavor.

“We are working to make this building and what is within, a pride of Ozaukee County. The public will now be able to enjoy live artists working, be able to shop for high quality unique gift items. purchase art work, enjoy the special events held in the gallery, all while appreciating the amazing views and charm of the old building.  Our plans include making sitting areas near the river, and hopefully working with the village to expand the river walk.”

 ”We’d like the public to be able to be a part of this excitement.  So give us a call and we’ll give you a paint brush. We guarantee your contributions will be appreciated and you’ll have made a difference in what will become a long lasting special place for community members,” said Christensen.  

But that’s not all NSAA will appreciate. Make a donation, any size, and help NSAA reach their goal of raising $5,000 that will be matched by Kapco. 

“We’ve had only positive feedback about the project. We appreciate, already, all of the support and donations that have been coming in,” said Bestor. 

The public is encouraged to donate to the project by: visiting our website, www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org, or mailing the donation to: nsaa, 1111 Broad Street, Grafton WI 53024 

Artists interested in renting studio space: Paula, at paulac@northshoreacademyofthearts.org 

Artisans interested in selling their products in the store can contact: Adria, at adriaw@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

For more information (website) www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org 

About NSAA:  North Shore Academy of the Arts is a not-for-profit 501c3 organization offering quality opportunities in the visual, performing and literary arts to all ages.

Thank You to Kapco, our Amazing Dream Sponsor for $5,000 donation to Starlight Night and the 2010 production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!

We are proud to announce that we have become a 2010 Affiliate Member of the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF). Our heartfelt “thank you” to UPAF for their support in funding the production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The NSAA “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” show dates are March 25-28 at the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center. This will be an extravaganza that you won’t want to miss!

This opportunity is the culmination of a decade of experience of NSAA providing enrichment arts opportunities to children, youth and adults. This rock opera musical celebrates the talents of individuals working in teams vs. highlighting leads as in a standard musical.

Special 10 year anniversary show!!

March 25-28 2010
Cedarburg Performing Arts Center
W68 N611 Evergreen Boulevard, Cedarburg
CPAC Box Office 262-376-6161

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