North Shore Academy of the Arts is proud to announce its 2013 production of the the Little Mermaid.

In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she’s the girl with the enchanting voice.

*Pending availability.

The target age group for the Little Mermaid are grades 2nd through 9th.  Those wanting to register should bring their checkbooks to the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center during one of the Seussical Shows.  Show times are Friday March 30 at 7:00pm, Saturday March 31 at 1:00pm and 7:00pm and Sunday April 1 at 1:00pm.  Tickets to see the show are $3 for children and $7 for adults.  Tickets can be purchased through the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center Ticket Box Office.  Please call 262.376.6161 to reserve tickets.

The NSAA Stagekids program is a part of the spiraling performing arts department programs offered at NSAA.  For more information on visual, literary and performing arts classes offered at NSAA visit www.northshoreacademyofthearts.org or call 262.377.3514.  Spring classes for all ages will begin April 30.  Early registration discounts will be given through March 1.  NSAA also has a “sister site” The Arts Mill located at 1300 14th Ave. in Grafton.  Visit www.theartsmill.org

You can REGISTER for THE LITTLE MERMAID  HERE

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!

A Note from NSAA Founder and President

Paula sent out an invitation for volunteers to come to NSAA last Saturday and help with the Circle of Friends event. Circle of friends is a group of special needs individuals and we were providing them with opportunities in the arts.

I stood listening and watching for a while.  Parents bringing their children, young and not so young, into our academy. Teenagers, giving up their weekend afternoon to help. Our devoted staff, giving up holiday time with their families to give to other families.  I watched the singing, dancing and laughter down in the theatre room, the creating, and gluing and smiles in the art room. I saw the learning from one person to another. The honest giving and receiving from each individual involved.

 The afternoon was filled with unwrapping of all sorts.

Here are some of that gifts that I received:

that listening to someone shake the maraca while they laugh, is beautiful music.

that watching a teacher dance with enthusiasm and joy can get you  up out of your wheel chair to join along, even if the only way your feet can move to the rhythm is through your heart.

that while the list of “to dos” don’t get done when you come to an event such as this, their priority shifts. Dramatically.

that if you can’t express your joy through words, you can through music

that it pays to nurture your talents-because even at a young age you can mentor others

that even if it seems you aren’t painting or dancing or singing, in your own way, you’re experiencing art just as deeply

that teachers -especially those at NSAA, have a rare and unique gift of patience and giving and bringing out  the best in someone else by nurturing what’s within

that our old building, despite its shortcomings, is home for good things

and mostly, here is what I was given… the realization that we all have special needs, in one way or another. A need  to express ourselves in unique ways; to discover our talents.  To feel accepted for who we are and for being allowed to be true to what’s within.  And to have the opportunity to give, and to be given to.  

Paula and I stood together on the balcony as people were beginning to filter out.  The last event of the year, of the decade at NSAA, was coming to a close.  We stood in silence– after all these years of working together, little needed to be said. I know we were both thinking through the ups and the downs of the past  ten years–together with our team, all the trials of working on fixing up the facility, the financial challenges,  the journey of finding instructors, the endless editing of brochures, the shows produced, the classes taught, the late nights til three in the morning, the early mornings til late nights. At times, we’ve both had our doubts.

That afternoon shifted those doubts.  We shared the same thought,

“This is why..”

To all of you–Scott  and Paula, our amazing volunteers, staff, board members, artistic and advisory boards, parent committee members, parents, and families, kids and babies, the elderly,  visitors, CPAC, Hartford, Bayshore, our consultants, the Village of Grafton, Mequon Jewish Preschool, organizations we’ve teamed up with,  our donors, even those who have told us time and time again our bathroom is less than desirable and that they aren’t happy with auditions….thank you. We wouldn’t be here without you.

You are our circle of friends.

We look forward to the next ten years as our circle continues to grow.  We hope that together, we can honor the special needs of each other–

 To imagine, discover, create, dream.

North Shore Academy of the Arts.

May your celebrations this season be warm and joyful, may you have opportunities to give and be given to, and may all you  unwrap in the upcoming year, be bright and true.   

Sheri

Just $3. 

$3 for a child to experience the wonder of live theatre.

Just $10.

$10 for an adult AND a child to attend a live show and experience some great “one on one” time in a live theatre.

Disney’s BEAUTY and the BEAST Tickets  on sale now.

NOW ENROLLING* for “How Does Your Garden Groove?”

Children will have a fun filled time movin’ and groovin’ in Freddy and Franny Farmer’s vegetable garden.  This is not your typical garden-variety musical as the french fried potatoes have “appeal”, leafy vegetables sing “Lettuce Entertain You” and the corn and peas beg “Please Don’t Put Us in a Can-Can!”

Our focus will be on the process:  gaining self-confidence, learning theatre skills and making new friends.  The class will culminate with a lively show on our very own NSAA stage.  There will be costumes, props, scenery, singing and dancing just like on the “big stage”!  Fun, fun and more fun!

Instructor:  Debbie Knuth, NSAA Stagekids Community Coordinator and Director

Times/Dates:  1-1:45 pm, Thursdays 1/13, 1/20/ 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 performance

Early Registration Fee:  $100  Fee: $110

Program 213

*Enroll by Dec. 10 to receive a discount.  Registration available ONLINE.

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.

We are now registering for the musical, CAMP ROCK!

AUDITIONS: 1/31/11

FIRST REHEARSAL: 2/8/11

PERFORMANCE WEEKEND: 5/6-5/8 2011

REHEARSAL LOCATION: North Shore Academy of the Arts

REHEARSAL TIMES: Tuesdays

TARGET CAST: 2nd through 8th grade

Email Stagekids Community Coordinator, Debbie Knuth with Questions debbiek@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

For more on our STAGEKIDS PROGRAM

Register Online Today!

13 year old Stephanie Brill, will officially release her first and new CD on Monday November 15 at NSAA.  HEARTBROKEN JOKER is a collection of 10 original pinao/vocal songs ranging from the humorous to the serious. 

Stephanie will perform just prior to the North Shore Academy of the Arts teen GLEE club concert.  CDs will be available for purchase.

Our talented performers come from Mequon, Cedarburg, Grafton, Belgium, Fredonia, and more!  Next group begins January 10th.  Be sure to sign up and have fun with these guys!