Posts Tagged ‘North Shore Academy of the Arts’

We Want to Hear You!

Tuesday, October 26th, 2010

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.

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New Venue/Dates for 2011 Production of HAIRSPRAY !

Sunday, October 24th, 2010

(NSAA Founders Scott and Sheri Bestor and Stagekids Community Coordinator Debbie Knuth mailed out a letter to registered HAIRSPRAY members.)

North Shore Academy of the Arts Presents: HAIRSPRAY !

This amazing upbeat musical  which is touring America, is certain to be an experience of a lifetime for cast members!  This show will bring the audiences to standing ovations! North Shore Academy of the Arts, Inc. and Nicolet Recreation Department are joining together to bring a cast of talent and energy to the stage from all over Southeastern Wisconsin. All registration fees are non-refundable. For those that are auditioning—you will receive a refund if you aren’t cast in the show.

Please note the following changes:

We are now REGISTERING for HAIRSPRAY 2011

AUDITIONS: February 2nd 4:30 to 9:00 at NSAA

FIRST REHEARSAL: February 5th 2:30 to 4:30 at NSAA

SHOW TIMES/DATES:  Friday, April 29 @ 7:00pm, Saturday, April 30 @ 7:00 pm and Sunday, May 1 @ 1:30pm

PERFORMANCE VENUE: Nicolet High School Auditorium

REHEARSAL and AUDITION LOCATION: North Shore Academy of the Arts

REHEARSAL TIMES:  Saturdays 2:30 to 4:30 until closer to the show

TARGET CAST: High School, Adults, and limited roles for 2nd through 8th graders

FEE:  $150R/$170NR

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

Register ONLINE today!

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Now Registering for our 2011 Production of Stagekids CAMP ROCK !

Sunday, October 24th, 2010

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!

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Stagekids Alumni Gets Hired to Act at Fireside Dinner Theater

Thursday, October 14th, 2010

12 year old Mequon resident and NSAA Stagekids Alumni, Mari Duckler, is rapidly becoming well known throughout SE Wisconsin as a highly skilled young actress. She recently landed a professional acting position at the Fireside Dinner Theater in Fort Atkinson, WI. Mari will be the lead supporting role, “Pepper” in the Fireside’s upcoming production of Annie. The Fireside Dinner Theater attracts national audiences as a professional theater each year.

Mari first came to NSAA as a 9 year old seeking private vocal instruction with vocal coach, Angela Mack. From there, she auditioned for the NSAA Stagekids Production of High School Musical and was surprisingly cast as the lead role of “Sharpay Evans”. She was also “Lily St. Regis” (Annie) and “Phineous Trout” (Willy Wonka) through NSAA Stagekids.

Since then, Mari has performed at Homestead High School Auditorium, Range Line Auditorium, Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and has appeared in the film, “The Bully”.

Quite spectacular about Mari’s experience is that she was recently cast as the highly competitive and lead role “Junie B.” (Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business) at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.

Mari will also soon be performing as “Ady” in Miss Nelson is Missing at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.  She is currently taking private tap/ballet at NSAA with Miss Kathleen Fictum so that she is a “triple threat” to the world of musical theater.  

Mari dreams of performing on Broadway someday.  At this rate, she just might!  Keep your eye on this petite and spunky soprano belter!

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Featuring Our Teen GLEEKS

Tuesday, September 28th, 2010

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Performing Arts for Ages 3 to 6 starts 9/23 11 to 11:45am

Tuesday, September 14th, 2010

Stage-Kinder-Kids Performers in “How Does Your Garden Groove?”

Target Ages: 3-6 years old

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 skill 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 Stage Kids Director

Time/Days: 11:00-11:45., Thursdays , 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21,off 10/28 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9(performance).

Registration Fee$100

Program: 120

Email debbiek@northshoreacademyofthearts.org or info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org

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WANTED: “Just For Gleeks”!

Monday, August 30th, 2010

NSAA will be launching “Just For Gleeks” this fall!

Target age:  middle school through ADULT
Need we say more?  You LOVE the show GLEE!  So “Don’t Stop Believing!”   Express yourself with like-minded performers!  Learn techniques to improve your vocal skills and create a “total package” performance.  We will take our “fandom” to local venues and upload our video creations to YouTube!
Instructor: Angela Mack
Time/Days: 7-8pm Mondays
9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/8, 11/15

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

email angelam@northshoreacademyofthearts.org with “Just for Gleeks” questions or email info@northshoreacademyofthearts.org with REGISTRATION questions.

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Catering the Arts to Your Location

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

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!

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Calling Youth and Adults for HAIRSPRAY 2011!

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

Announcing HAIRSPRAY!
 

Adults and Youth Working together…back by popular demand! 

 
This amazing upbeat musical which is touring America, is certain to be an experience of a lifetime for cast members! Work with people of all ages together on a team of talent and energy that will bring the audiences to standing ovations!
 

NOW REGISTERING! 

 
 

 

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NSAA Fundraiser to be held at the Milwaukee Yacht Club

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Thursday, August 19, 5:00PM to 9:00PM    

Join us for an evening on the shores of Lake Michigan in support of North Shore Academy of the Arts and the celebration of their 10 year anniversary.   The evening will include a signature cocktail, appetizers and a complimentary boat ride.  Cash bar available.  This is an adult only event. 

Cost is $35 per person by contacting Jodi Heston at 414-331-5634 or sjheston@aol.com

Milwaukee Yacht Club
1700 North Lincoln Memorial Drive
Milwaukee, WI US

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