Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Rehearsal Tonight - 12/17
CHRISTMAS CAROL CAST: Run-through rehearsal tonight beginning at 6:00 to prepare for the Thursday and Friday shows.
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
"A Christmas Carol" Comes to Star Theater
A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Showing this weekend - December 12, 13, & 14 and next weekend, December 19 & 20. Hope to see you there!
Friday, December 6, 2013
Extended Dates for "A Christmas Carol"
GREAT NEWS! Even though last night and tonight's shows had to be cancelled due to inclement weather, you'll still get six chances to catch The STARS Foundation's production of "A Christmas Carol"!
Thursday, December 12, at 7 p.m., Friday, December 13, at 7 p.m., Saturday, December 14, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., will all go as scheduled.
New dates just added are: Thursday, December 19, at 7 p.m. and Friday, December 20, at 7 p.m.
Hope to see you this Christmas season at The Star Theater!
December 6th Show Cancellation
Tonight's scheduled presentation of "A Christmas Carol" is cancelled due to inclement weather. Cast members need to prepare for a Tuesday, December 10 rehearsal for next week's shows.
Thursday, December 5, 2013
STARS production of “Christmas Carol” opens tonight, concludes December 14
By John Gauthier
Stars Foundation is set to provide the musical version of “Christmas Carol” on December 5, 6, 12, 13, and 14 at Willow Springs Star Theatre at 7:00 p.m. A matinee performance will be held on December 14 at 2:00 p.m.
As a gift to the community, the performance tonight (December 5) will be free admission.
The play/musical highlights the laments and life of Ebenezer Scrooge, whose name and reputation is associated with greed and selfishness. While the story is hardly about Christmas carols, it is about a man confronting his obsession with wealth and his loss of human sensitivities. He confronts his demons and achieves redemption through visions and ghostly visitations on Christmas Eve.
To bring this age-old story to life, STARS has enlisted the talents of new and familiar faces from the region, some in single roles and others doing double duty. Among the new: David Howell of West Plains, who most recently appeared in a local version of “The Wizard of Oz,” effectively portrays the tormented Scrooge.
John Bailey of Huggins is another newcomer in the role of the Ghost of Christmas Present and provides his character with a melodious baritone voice that underscores vocal potentiality.
Katie Shannon of Mtn. Grove demonstrates equal vocal capacity and potential in her convincing portrayal of the Ghost of Christmas Past.
Making his first appearance in a STARS production, Ben Smith of Mansfield briefly takes center stage as Scrooge’s deceased partner, Jacob Marley, the reappears in various other minor roles.
Rebecca Peterson, STARS executive director, is the musical and stage director of the production. There will be a live orchestra accompanying the production. The sets invite you to become a part of this experience as it is drawn into the audience members in 4D.
Tickets are available by calling 417-254-3168. The box office will open at 6:00, an hour before the show. Reserved tickets are $5.00 and will be $6.00 at the door. You can also pick up tickets in Cabool at STARS Foundation, 519 Main Street.
The STARS program is open is open to all area students and citizens. Currently, 300 students participate in the STARS program from six counties. STARS Foundation is supported by donations from community businesses and individual citizens. You may visit our web site at www.thestarsfoundation.org.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Stars Foundation is set to provide the musical version of “Christmas Carol” on December 5, 6, 12, 13, and 14 at Willow Springs Star Theatre at 7:00 p.m. A matinee performance will be held on December 14 at 2:00 p.m.
As a gift to the community, the performance tonight (December 5) will be free admission.
The play/musical highlights the laments and life of Ebenezer Scrooge, whose name and reputation is associated with greed and selfishness. While the story is hardly about Christmas carols, it is about a man confronting his obsession with wealth and his loss of human sensitivities. He confronts his demons and achieves redemption through visions and ghostly visitations on Christmas Eve.
To bring this age-old story to life, STARS has enlisted the talents of new and familiar faces from the region, some in single roles and others doing double duty. Among the new: David Howell of West Plains, who most recently appeared in a local version of “The Wizard of Oz,” effectively portrays the tormented Scrooge.
John Bailey of Huggins is another newcomer in the role of the Ghost of Christmas Present and provides his character with a melodious baritone voice that underscores vocal potentiality.
Katie Shannon of Mtn. Grove demonstrates equal vocal capacity and potential in her convincing portrayal of the Ghost of Christmas Past.
Making his first appearance in a STARS production, Ben Smith of Mansfield briefly takes center stage as Scrooge’s deceased partner, Jacob Marley, the reappears in various other minor roles.
Rebecca Peterson, STARS executive director, is the musical and stage director of the production. There will be a live orchestra accompanying the production. The sets invite you to become a part of this experience as it is drawn into the audience members in 4D.
Tickets are available by calling 417-254-3168. The box office will open at 6:00, an hour before the show. Reserved tickets are $5.00 and will be $6.00 at the door. You can also pick up tickets in Cabool at STARS Foundation, 519 Main Street.
The STARS program is open is open to all area students and citizens. Currently, 300 students participate in the STARS program from six counties. STARS Foundation is supported by donations from community businesses and individual citizens. You may visit our web site at www.thestarsfoundation.org.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Classes Cancelled 12/5
All STARS classes and orchestra scheduled for today (December 5) are cancelled due to weather.
This also includes tonight's production of "A Christmas Carol".
Monday, December 2, 2013
A Christmas Carol
The Stars Foundation is proud to present "A Christmas Carol", directed by our very own Rebecca Peterson! Shows are scheduled for December 5, 6, 12, 13, and 14 at the historic The Star Theater in Willow Springs. As a special Christmas gift to you, the December 5th show will be FREE! The box office opens at 6:00 p.m., and seating will be first come, first served. So come on out and help us pack the house for opening night!
Monday, November 11, 2013
Parent Letter
Dear STARS Participants,
Our new building is ready and is located at 519 Main Street, next to El Imperial. Since we are now located between two restaurants, available parking is going to be a concern. As a courtesy to our new neighbors, as well as all the other merchants on Main Street, please park your cars on the side streets and walk to the building, rather than parking directly on Main Street. Parking is available in the lot behind Cabool Medical Clinic, on Spruce Street (across from Cabool Tires), and on Cedar Street (across from the gazebo). We request that no STARS students park in front of any of the Main Street businesses at any time during classes.
Regarding the building itself, unfortunately we are not going to be able to allow any food or drinks in the building. As a reminder, parents need to remain at classes with their child(ren), rather than dropping them off, if the child(ren) are under the age of 12.
Due to the holidays and scheduling from the move, we are only requiring one month’s payment to cover the rest of the year. Please visit the SCHEDULE link for the most current schedule. We’ve made a few changes to accommodate the theater schedule. If this new schedule works for everyone, it will remain for the 2014 year.
The calendar for the rest of the year is as follows:
November 11 – Lessons begin at their regularly scheduled time
November 26 – November 29 – CLOSED for Thanksgiving Vacation
December 5 and 6 at 7:00 p.m. – A Christmas Carol at Star Theater, Willow Springs
December 7 at 2:00 p.m. – A Christmas Carol at Star Theater, Willow Springs
December 12, 13, and 14 at 7:00 p.m. – A Christmas Carol at Star Theater, Willow Springs
December 14 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Christmas concert and Open House at STARS Foundation
December 15 – 3:00 p.m. – Piano and instrumental soloists’ recital at the STARS Foundation
December 16 – January 2 – CLOSED for Christmas Vacation
We are now enrolling for dance classes, which are scheduled to begin January 6, 2014. Call 254-3168 to reserve your spot. Space is limited to 15 students per class, and classes will be held at STARS Foundation, 519 Main.
MONDAYS - JAZZ
3:30 - 4:30 – ages 8-11
4:30 - 5:30 – ages 12 and up
WEDNESDAYS - BALLET
3:00 - 4:30 – ages 12 and up
4:30 - 5:00 – ages 4-6
5:00 - 6:00– ages 7-11
Thank you!
Rebecca Peterson
Our new building is ready and is located at 519 Main Street, next to El Imperial. Since we are now located between two restaurants, available parking is going to be a concern. As a courtesy to our new neighbors, as well as all the other merchants on Main Street, please park your cars on the side streets and walk to the building, rather than parking directly on Main Street. Parking is available in the lot behind Cabool Medical Clinic, on Spruce Street (across from Cabool Tires), and on Cedar Street (across from the gazebo). We request that no STARS students park in front of any of the Main Street businesses at any time during classes.
Regarding the building itself, unfortunately we are not going to be able to allow any food or drinks in the building. As a reminder, parents need to remain at classes with their child(ren), rather than dropping them off, if the child(ren) are under the age of 12.
Due to the holidays and scheduling from the move, we are only requiring one month’s payment to cover the rest of the year. Please visit the SCHEDULE link for the most current schedule. We’ve made a few changes to accommodate the theater schedule. If this new schedule works for everyone, it will remain for the 2014 year.
The calendar for the rest of the year is as follows:
November 11 – Lessons begin at their regularly scheduled time
November 26 – November 29 – CLOSED for Thanksgiving Vacation
December 5 and 6 at 7:00 p.m. – A Christmas Carol at Star Theater, Willow Springs
December 7 at 2:00 p.m. – A Christmas Carol at Star Theater, Willow Springs
December 12, 13, and 14 at 7:00 p.m. – A Christmas Carol at Star Theater, Willow Springs
December 14 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Christmas concert and Open House at STARS Foundation
December 15 – 3:00 p.m. – Piano and instrumental soloists’ recital at the STARS Foundation
December 16 – January 2 – CLOSED for Christmas Vacation
We are now enrolling for dance classes, which are scheduled to begin January 6, 2014. Call 254-3168 to reserve your spot. Space is limited to 15 students per class, and classes will be held at STARS Foundation, 519 Main.
MONDAYS - JAZZ
3:30 - 4:30 – ages 8-11
4:30 - 5:30 – ages 12 and up
WEDNESDAYS - BALLET
3:00 - 4:30 – ages 12 and up
4:30 - 5:00 – ages 4-6
5:00 - 6:00– ages 7-11
Thank you!
Rebecca Peterson
Thursday, November 7, 2013
New Building Work Schedule
Today (Thursday): Painting and repairs
Friday: Tiling and bathrooms
Saturday: Cleaning and moving all furniture into new building
We need 12' ladders!
Call 254-3168 to schedule your day and time.
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Moving Time!
JUST A REMINDER: There are no lessons this week while we're moving into the new building. See you next week! There will be a schedule posted online if you'd like to volunteer to help paint, move, or clean on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday of this week.
Friday, October 25, 2013
A Christmas Carol
CHRISTMAS CAROL CAST: Meet at the STARS building in Cabool for rehearsal tomorrow, Saturday, October 26, at 9:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Location Change
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: All STARS students need to meet at the Peterson residence, 1351 Highland, Cabool, for lessons until further notice. There will be NO ORCHESTRA until we have moved into our new building.
Thursday, October 17, 2013
10/17/13 Classes Cancelled
ATTENTION: Due to a stomach virus that's affecting more than half of the Peterson children, ALL STARS CLASSES AND ORCHESTRA scheduled for today, Thursday, October 17, are cancelled. Sorry for the inconvenience!
Persons ages 18 and older, who like to sing, and are wishing to be in A CHRISTMAS CAROL cast need to meet at the STARS building in Cabool on Saturday, October 19, at 9:00 a.m., for our first rehearsal. If this changes due to illness, we will post again here, as well as on the Facebook page.
Persons ages 18 and older, who like to sing, and are wishing to be in A CHRISTMAS CAROL cast need to meet at the STARS building in Cabool on Saturday, October 19, at 9:00 a.m., for our first rehearsal. If this changes due to illness, we will post again here, as well as on the Facebook page.
Monday, October 14, 2013
STARS Class Schedule
Now that the Wizard of Oz has come to an end, all STARS classes will resume to their normal schedule. Please take note that Tuesday through Thursday classes will now be weekly, rather than bi-weekly, (unless otherwise noted) at your regularly scheduled time.
PIANO CLASS
MONDAY
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith & Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem & Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Koob Family
TUESDAY
o 2:30 – Copling Family & Heath Family
o 3:13 - Emme Taff
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor, Natalie Swisher, & Brigman Bell
o 6:00 – John Bailey & Lucas Bailey (2nd & 4th weeks only)
WEDNESDAY
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder (1st & 3rd weeks only)
o 3:00 – Bethany Deathrage (1st & 3rd weeks only)
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
THURSDAY
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family & Lange Family
o 3:30 – Taylor Hafner & Courtney Burns
o 3:30 – Flute Class
o 4:30 – Sorrels Family & Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Jesse Ryan
o 6:00 – 7:30 Orchestra
o 7:30 – 8:00 Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
PIANO CLASS
MONDAY
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith & Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem & Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Koob Family
TUESDAY
o 2:30 – Copling Family & Heath Family
o 3:13 - Emme Taff
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor, Natalie Swisher, & Brigman Bell
o 6:00 – John Bailey & Lucas Bailey (2nd & 4th weeks only)
WEDNESDAY
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder (1st & 3rd weeks only)
o 3:00 – Bethany Deathrage (1st & 3rd weeks only)
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
THURSDAY
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family & Lange Family
o 3:30 – Taylor Hafner & Courtney Burns
o 3:30 – Flute Class
o 4:30 – Sorrels Family & Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Jesse Ryan
o 6:00 – 7:30 Orchestra
o 7:30 – 8:00 Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
Monday, October 7, 2013
re: Tuesday, October 8 Practice
ATTENTION OZ CAST: Come tomorrow night (Tuesday, October 8th) with make up and hair done in preparation for cast pictures starting at 6:00 p.m. After pictures, we will work on a few scenes, but will not run through the entire play.
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Oz Tickets
Tickets are still available for the Theater Guild's production of The Wizard of Oz, directed by Rebecca Peterson. Remaining show times are Saturday, October 5 at 2 p.m., Thursday, October 10 at 7 p.m., Friday, October 11 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, October 12 at 7 p.m. Reserve your tickets in advance by calling 417-254-3168.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
"Wizard of Oz" to be staged for two weekends in Willow Springs
The Willow Springs Theatre Guild present the production of “Wizard of Oz,” this month, directed by Rebecca Peterson of Cabool, who is the creator and executive director of STARS Foundation as well as a guild member.
This year being the 75th year anniversary of this production, Peterson will be directing the original MGM version that she directed two years ago. However, it will be done with actors under the age of 22.
“Be prepared to laugh and be surprised as you witness 89 new cast members from five counties, 139 different costumes, real fire, a real horse that changes colors, a witch that melts before your eyes, the mysterious edited ‘Jitterbug’ scene with creeping fog, and other special effects,” Peterson said.
She hopes that there will be a sold-out crowd to cheer the hard work and effort that goes into these plays. “The audience is really the reason we do this and the more we see, the better we perform!” said Peterson, who herself has six children of her own.
Peterson’s previous productions include “Beauty & The Beast,” “Wizard of Oz,” “Jungle Book,” “Alice in Wonderland,” and “High School Musical.”
“The great thing about this version, is all ages can enjoy it.,” she added. The running time is 90 minutes including a 15-minute intermission. The play will be running during Willow’s Oz Fest on October 3 and at 7:00 p.m,. and on October 5 at a matinee only at 2:00. And if you loved it enough you can come again and bring more friends, the following weekend it will be staged on October 10, 11 and 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets can be reserved for $5 a seat for all ages at 417-254-3168 or pick them up at Pizza Americana across from Star Theatre in Willow Springs. They will be $6 at the door. “This is very affordable for such a huge production,” Peterson said. “Take advantage of a wonderful family outing!”
Peterson’s next production will be “Dicken’s Christmas Carol” the musical, tentatively set for the first two weekends in December.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
This year being the 75th year anniversary of this production, Peterson will be directing the original MGM version that she directed two years ago. However, it will be done with actors under the age of 22.
“Be prepared to laugh and be surprised as you witness 89 new cast members from five counties, 139 different costumes, real fire, a real horse that changes colors, a witch that melts before your eyes, the mysterious edited ‘Jitterbug’ scene with creeping fog, and other special effects,” Peterson said.
She hopes that there will be a sold-out crowd to cheer the hard work and effort that goes into these plays. “The audience is really the reason we do this and the more we see, the better we perform!” said Peterson, who herself has six children of her own.
Peterson’s previous productions include “Beauty & The Beast,” “Wizard of Oz,” “Jungle Book,” “Alice in Wonderland,” and “High School Musical.”
“The great thing about this version, is all ages can enjoy it.,” she added. The running time is 90 minutes including a 15-minute intermission. The play will be running during Willow’s Oz Fest on October 3 and at 7:00 p.m,. and on October 5 at a matinee only at 2:00. And if you loved it enough you can come again and bring more friends, the following weekend it will be staged on October 10, 11 and 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets can be reserved for $5 a seat for all ages at 417-254-3168 or pick them up at Pizza Americana across from Star Theatre in Willow Springs. They will be $6 at the door. “This is very affordable for such a huge production,” Peterson said. “Take advantage of a wonderful family outing!”
Peterson’s next production will be “Dicken’s Christmas Carol” the musical, tentatively set for the first two weekends in December.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Monday, September 30, 2013
Music Lessons for 10/1 & 10/3 and 10/8 & 10/10
Music lessons for the next 2 weeks during the Oz Production. Thank you, in advance, for your patience. :)
Tuesday: (October 1 and October 8)
3:30 - 4:00 Tots Class
4:00 - 4:30 Jackson Cox, Elizabeth Rajski, Gabrielle Taylor, and Natalie Swisher
4:30 - 5:30 Sheehan, Copling, and Heath Families, Brigman Bell
Thursday: (October 3 and October 10)
2:00 - Gilkeson & Lange Families
3:00 - Emme Taff
3:30 - Taylor Hafner, Courtney Burnes (Flutes)
4:00 - Hines and Sorrells Family, Drum Group
5:00 - Victoria Kuz & Jesse Ryan, Brass Group
Tuesday: (October 1 and October 8)
3:30 - 4:00 Tots Class
4:00 - 4:30 Jackson Cox, Elizabeth Rajski, Gabrielle Taylor, and Natalie Swisher
4:30 - 5:30 Sheehan, Copling, and Heath Families, Brigman Bell
Thursday: (October 3 and October 10)
2:00 - Gilkeson & Lange Families
3:00 - Emme Taff
3:30 - Taylor Hafner, Courtney Burnes (Flutes)
4:00 - Hines and Sorrells Family, Drum Group
5:00 - Victoria Kuz & Jesse Ryan, Brass Group
Friday, September 27, 2013
Monday, September 23, 2013
Newest Oz Schedule
ATTENTION PARENTS:
PLEASE stay posted on the website:www.thestarsfoundation.blogspot.com
PLEASE have students learn the music on facebook:
facebook: STARS Foundation Theatre Performers ask to join
DATES TO REMEMBER:
September 21st Saturday, Practice at usual times 8-1:00
September 24th Tuesday, Practice 6:00-8:00 Straight Run Through
September 28th Saturday, Costume Check and Straight Run Throughs 8-1:00
October 1st Tuesday, Dress Rehearsal 6:30-8:00
October 2nd Wednesday, Dress Rehearsal 5:00-8:00
October 3rd Thursday, Performance arrive at 5:30
October 4th Friday, Performance arrive at 5:00
October 5th Saturday, Performance arrive at 12:00
October 8th Tuesday, Practice 6:00-8:00
October 10th Thursday, Performance arrive at 5:00
October 11th Friday, Performance arrive at 5:00
October 12th Saturday, Performance arrive at 5:00
I NEED TO KNOW IF YOU WILL NOT BE AT ANY OF THESE DATES!
COSTUMES:
Do not remove any costumes from this theater. Cast members are responsible for their own costume pieceslisted below:
*Crows: Black pants, Black Shirt, White t-shirt, silversunglasses “chips” Style
*Everyone in Opening scene is responsible for gathering clothes that are browns and creams to make a sepia appearance.
*Lullaby League needs white tights
*Ozian girls/Girl Jitterbugs need Black Fishnet stockings…. other Ozian girls need Black stockings or knee highs.
*Male winkies, jitterbugs,need black pants and long sleeve collared dress shirts
call me at 254-3168 or email:matbec@centurytel.net for questions or concerns
Monday, September 16, 2013
Oz Schedule
ATTENTION WIZARD OF OZ CAST! REMAINING SCHEDULE WITH ADDED DATES:
SATURDAY - 9/21 - 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with normal Saturday Schedule (8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - ALL Munchkins, Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Glinda; 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - ENTIRE CAST, minus Munchkins; 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Main Characters - Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Auntie Em, Uncle Henry, Wicked Witch, Glinda, Professor/Oz, and Oz Guard)
TUESDAY - 9/24 - 7:00 p.m. - ENTIRE CAST - Straight run through of entire play. Munchkins will be allowed to leave after their scene.
SATURDAY - 9/28 - 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with normal Saturday Schedule (8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - ALL Munchkins, Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Glinda; 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - ENTIRE CAST, minus Munchkins; 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Main Characters - Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Auntie Em, Uncle Henry, Wicked Witch, Glinda, Professor/Oz, and Oz Guard)
TUESDAY - 10/1 - 7:00 p.m. - ENTIRE CAST - Straight run through of entire play. Munchkins will be allowed to leave after their scene.
WEDNESDAY - 10/2 - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - DRESS REHEARSAL - Immediate family (parents and siblings) are invited to attend.
PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES:
(actors arrive 1 1/2 to 2 hours before performance time)
THURSDAY - 10/3 - 7 p.m.
FRIDAY - 10/4 - 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY - 10/5 - 2:00 p.m.
THURSDAY - 10/10 - 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY - 10/11 - 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY - 10/12 - 2:00 p.m. AND 7:00 p.m.
* There may be a run-through practice on Wednesday 10/9, if needed, so please keep that date available.
SATURDAY - 9/21 - 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with normal Saturday Schedule (8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - ALL Munchkins, Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Glinda; 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - ENTIRE CAST, minus Munchkins; 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Main Characters - Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Auntie Em, Uncle Henry, Wicked Witch, Glinda, Professor/Oz, and Oz Guard)
TUESDAY - 9/24 - 7:00 p.m. - ENTIRE CAST - Straight run through of entire play. Munchkins will be allowed to leave after their scene.
SATURDAY - 9/28 - 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with normal Saturday Schedule (8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - ALL Munchkins, Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Glinda; 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - ENTIRE CAST, minus Munchkins; 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Main Characters - Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Auntie Em, Uncle Henry, Wicked Witch, Glinda, Professor/Oz, and Oz Guard)
TUESDAY - 10/1 - 7:00 p.m. - ENTIRE CAST - Straight run through of entire play. Munchkins will be allowed to leave after their scene.
WEDNESDAY - 10/2 - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - DRESS REHEARSAL - Immediate family (parents and siblings) are invited to attend.
PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES:
(actors arrive 1 1/2 to 2 hours before performance time)
THURSDAY - 10/3 - 7 p.m.
FRIDAY - 10/4 - 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY - 10/5 - 2:00 p.m.
THURSDAY - 10/10 - 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY - 10/11 - 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY - 10/12 - 2:00 p.m. AND 7:00 p.m.
* There may be a run-through practice on Wednesday 10/9, if needed, so please keep that date available.
Monday, September 9, 2013
Important Notice (9/9/13)
ATTENTION STARS STUDENTS: Tuesday through Thursday classes will resume at the Cranberry Merchant building effective immediately (9/10/13). Attached is the schedule for your convenience.
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PIANO CLASS
MONDAY
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith/Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem / Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Madison Donalley
o 8:00 – Tedra Graven
TUESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Copling Family/ Heath Family
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family/Koob Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor & Natalie Swisher / Sign Language
o 6:00 – Brigman Bell / John Bailey
o 6:30 – Jan Stice / Lucas Bailey
WEDNESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder (1 & 3)
o 3:00 – Bethany Deathrage (1 & 3)
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
THURSDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family / Lange Family
o 3:30 – Taylor Hafner / Courtney Burns
o 3:30 – Flute Class
o 4:30 – Moorhead Family/Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Jesse Ryan / Rhonda & Hannah Sorrells
o 6:00 – 7:30 Orchestra
o 7:30 – 8:00 Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
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PIANO CLASS
MONDAY
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith/Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem / Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Madison Donalley
o 8:00 – Tedra Graven
TUESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Copling Family/ Heath Family
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family/Koob Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor & Natalie Swisher / Sign Language
o 6:00 – Brigman Bell / John Bailey
o 6:30 – Jan Stice / Lucas Bailey
WEDNESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder (1 & 3)
o 3:00 – Bethany Deathrage (1 & 3)
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
THURSDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family / Lange Family
o 3:30 – Taylor Hafner / Courtney Burns
o 3:30 – Flute Class
o 4:30 – Moorhead Family/Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Jesse Ryan / Rhonda & Hannah Sorrells
o 6:00 – 7:30 Orchestra
o 7:30 – 8:00 Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
WIZARD OF OZ, JR. CAST REHEARSAL TIMES
(at Star Theater, Willow Springs)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - ALL Munchkins, Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Glinda
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - ENTIRE CAST, minus Munchkins
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Main Characters (Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Auntie Em, Uncle Henry, Wicked Witch, Glinda, Professor/Oz, and Oz Guard)
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - ALL Munchkins, Dorothy, Wicked Witch, and Glinda
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - ENTIRE CAST, minus Munchkins
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Main Characters (Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Auntie Em, Uncle Henry, Wicked Witch, Glinda, Professor/Oz, and Oz Guard)
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
ATTENTION STARS STUDENTS: STARS will no longer reside at the Cranberry Merchant. ALL lessons at your designated times will be at Mrs. Peterson's Home located at 1351 Highland Street until further notice. Please read the updated schedule carefully. See you next week!
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*ORCHESTRA & PERCUSSION CLASS ARE ON HOLD until further notice.
PIANO CLASS
MONDAY
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith/Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem / Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Madison Donalley
o 8:00 – Tedra Graven
TUESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Copling Family/ Heath Family
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family/Koob Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor & Natalie Swisher / Sign Language
o 6:00 – Brigman Bell / John Bailey
o 6:30 – Jan Stice / Lucas Bailey
WEDNESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder (1 & 3)
o 3:00 – Bethany Deathrage (1 & 3)
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
THURSDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family / Lange Family
o 3:30 – Jesse Ryan / Courtney Burns
o 3:30 – Flute Class
o 4:30 – Moorhead Family/Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Taylor Hafner/ Rhonda & Hannah Sorrells
o 6:00 – 6:30 Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
FRIDAY (2&4 Week)
o 3:30 – 5:00 Improvisational Class
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*ORCHESTRA & PERCUSSION CLASS ARE ON HOLD until further notice.
PIANO CLASS
MONDAY
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith/Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem / Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Madison Donalley
o 8:00 – Tedra Graven
TUESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Copling Family/ Heath Family
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family/Koob Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor & Natalie Swisher / Sign Language
o 6:00 – Brigman Bell / John Bailey
o 6:30 – Jan Stice / Lucas Bailey
WEDNESDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder (1 & 3)
o 3:00 – Bethany Deathrage (1 & 3)
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
THURSDAY (1&3 Week/ 2&4 Week)
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family / Lange Family
o 3:30 – Jesse Ryan / Courtney Burns
o 3:30 – Flute Class
o 4:30 – Moorhead Family/Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Taylor Hafner/ Rhonda & Hannah Sorrells
o 6:00 – 6:30 Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
FRIDAY (2&4 Week)
o 3:30 – 5:00 Improvisational Class
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Wizard of Oz, Jr. Auditions
Sponsored by the Willow Springs Theatre Guild, and directed by STARS Foundation executive director, Rebecca Peterson!
High School Musical Portraits
I have posted "High School Musical" images on my website http://www.arlenesportraits.com.
At my home page, click on "Gallery" in left column, then select "HS Musical". I've posted the cast and groupings of characters, not any individual orders.
The individual photo orders that have been placed will be ready Friday and I will mail them out. You may forward this email for those you think might be interested, then they must call or email me to place their order. The image number is in white on the photograph. Keep in mind the web images are sized for speed--not the sharpest resolution--and prints will look good.
Thanks for contacting me once again--and congratulations to all on another outstanding production!
Arlene Anderson Arnold
Arlene's Portraits
206 E. Main St.
Willow Springs, MO
417-469-2431
At my home page, click on "Gallery" in left column, then select "HS Musical". I've posted the cast and groupings of characters, not any individual orders.
The individual photo orders that have been placed will be ready Friday and I will mail them out. You may forward this email for those you think might be interested, then they must call or email me to place their order. The image number is in white on the photograph. Keep in mind the web images are sized for speed--not the sharpest resolution--and prints will look good.
Thanks for contacting me once again--and congratulations to all on another outstanding production!
Arlene Anderson Arnold
Arlene's Portraits
206 E. Main St.
Willow Springs, MO
417-469-2431
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
FALL SCHEDULE - Beginning September 3
MONDAY - PIANO CLASS – Peterson Residence
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith / Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem / Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Madison Donalley
o 8:00 – Tedra Graven
TUESDAY (1&3 Week / 2&4 Week) STARS
o 2:30 – Copling Family / Heath Family
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family / Koob Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor & Natalie Swisher / Sign Language
o 6:00 – Brigman Bell / John Bailey
o 6:30 – Jan Stice / Lucas Bailey
WEDNESDAY (1&3 Week / 2&4 Week) Peterson Residence
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder
o 3:00 – Bethany Deatherage
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
o 5:00 – Kristen Foster / Jesse Ryan
o 5:30 – Payton Nix / Courtney Burns
THURSDAY (1&3 Week / 2&4 Week) STARS
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family / Lange Family
o 3:30 – Guitar / Ukulele
o 4:00 – Drum Class & Flute Class
o 4:30 – Moorhead Family / Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Taylor Hafner / Rhonda & Hannah Sorrells
o 6:00 – 7:30 Orchestra
o 7:30 – Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
FRIDAY (2&4 Week) STARS
o 3:30 – 5:00 Improvisational Class
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, AND ALL SATURDAYS IN SEPTEMBER (7, 14, 21, & 28) - WIZARD OF OZ REHEARSALS FROM 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. AT STAR THEATER, WILLOW SPRINGS. PLEASE BRING A SACK LUNCH EACH DAY!
DRESS REHEARSALS WILL BE OCTOBER 2 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and OCTOBER 9 (if needed), also from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WIZARD OF OZ PERFORMANCE DATES ARE OCTOBER 3, 4, & 5 and OCTOBER 10, 11, 12. SHOW TIMES WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER.
ART AND DANCE CLASSES WILL BE AVAILABLE IN OCTOBER.
ADDITIONAL TEACHERS:
Madison Peterson
Hannah Peterson
Kyleigh Peterson
Andrea Williams
Grover Wilcox
o 2:00 – Tiffany Taylor
o 2:30 – Micah Aldridge
o 3:00 – Lakaya Reece
o 3:30 – Jordyn Sigman
o 4:00 – Mary Addison Taff
o 4:20 – Tristan Burdett
o 4:40 – Dylan Smith / Barbara Andrus
o 5:00 – Corban Smith
o 5:20 – Beverly Hoyle
o 5:40 – Gabe Clem / Audrey Steele
o 6:00 – Andrew Chronister
o 6:20 – Lauren Miller
o 6:40 – Rachel Saylor
o 7:00 – Jacob Saylor
o 7:20 – Morgan Tyrrell
o 7:40 – Madison Donalley
o 8:00 – Tedra Graven
TUESDAY (1&3 Week / 2&4 Week) STARS
o 2:30 – Copling Family / Heath Family
o 3:30 – Tot’s Class
o 4:00 – Jackson Cox & Elizabeth Rajski
o 4:30 – Sheehan Family / Koob Family
o 5:30 – Gabrielle Taylor & Natalie Swisher / Sign Language
o 6:00 – Brigman Bell / John Bailey
o 6:30 – Jan Stice / Lucas Bailey
WEDNESDAY (1&3 Week / 2&4 Week) Peterson Residence
o 2:30 – Lena Stalder
o 3:00 – Bethany Deatherage
o 3:30 – Gracie Tottingham
o 5:00 – Kristen Foster / Jesse Ryan
o 5:30 – Payton Nix / Courtney Burns
THURSDAY (1&3 Week / 2&4 Week) STARS
o 2:00 – Gilkeson Family / Lange Family
o 3:30 – Guitar / Ukulele
o 4:00 – Drum Class & Flute Class
o 4:30 – Moorhead Family / Hines Family
o 5:30 – Victoria Kuz & Taylor Hafner / Rhonda & Hannah Sorrells
o 6:00 – 7:30 Orchestra
o 7:30 – Brass Rehearsal
FRIDAY (1&3 Week) Springfield
o 3:30 – Nicole Davis
o 4:30 – Allen Family
FRIDAY (2&4 Week) STARS
o 3:30 – 5:00 Improvisational Class
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, AND ALL SATURDAYS IN SEPTEMBER (7, 14, 21, & 28) - WIZARD OF OZ REHEARSALS FROM 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. AT STAR THEATER, WILLOW SPRINGS. PLEASE BRING A SACK LUNCH EACH DAY!
DRESS REHEARSALS WILL BE OCTOBER 2 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and OCTOBER 9 (if needed), also from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WIZARD OF OZ PERFORMANCE DATES ARE OCTOBER 3, 4, & 5 and OCTOBER 10, 11, 12. SHOW TIMES WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER.
ART AND DANCE CLASSES WILL BE AVAILABLE IN OCTOBER.
ADDITIONAL TEACHERS:
Madison Peterson
Hannah Peterson
Kyleigh Peterson
Andrea Williams
Grover Wilcox
Andrew Stockard
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
WIZARD OF OZ, JR. AUDITIONS
Friday, August 23 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Star Theater, Willow Springs, and from 5:30-6:30 at the STARS Foundation (Cranberry Merchant) building, Cabool.
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
No Orchestra
ATTENTION MUSICIANS: There will be no orchestra this week. Fall Schedule will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Attention STARS Students...
ATTENTION INSTRUMENTALISTS: Due to opening night of High School Musical, we ARE NOT having orchestra today. We'll see you next week for orchestra.
HSM CAST: See you tonight at your designated times for hair, make up, and costumes! Break a leg!
HSM CAST: See you tonight at your designated times for hair, make up, and costumes! Break a leg!
OPENING NIGHT IS TONIGHT!
Have you purchased your tickets yet? $5 in advance at Cabool City Hall or Gigi's Nail Salon in Houston. $6 at the door. The kids have been working really hard to put on a good show for you! Hope to see you soon!
Monday, August 5, 2013
Practice Today!
HSM CAST: Practice today 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Star Theater in Willow Springs. Don't forget to bring your costumes and any props you have with you!
If you need directions to the Star Theater...
Take the 2nd Willow Springs exit. (You'll see McDonald's on the left.)
Turn left toward downtown.
Follow that road all the way to the stop sign. (You'll cross a bridge over the railroad tracks just before you reach the stop sign.)
At the stop sign, you can see the Star Theater diagonally across the street to the right.
Parking is available on the street in front of the theater, as well as a in parking lot in the back.
See you soon!
If you need directions to the Star Theater...
Take the 2nd Willow Springs exit. (You'll see McDonald's on the left.)
Turn left toward downtown.
Follow that road all the way to the stop sign. (You'll cross a bridge over the railroad tracks just before you reach the stop sign.)
At the stop sign, you can see the Star Theater diagonally across the street to the right.
Parking is available on the street in front of the theater, as well as a in parking lot in the back.
See you soon!
Thursday, August 1, 2013
"High School Musical" set to run August 8, 9 & 10
Ever think that the life and times of Romeo and Juliet are eons in past and totally unrelated to the challenges faced by the modern teenager? Think the battle between teenage gangs of “West Side Story” is relegated to the memories of the boomer generation – far from the challenges of the 21st Century? Think again.
The STARS Foundation has the answers and a unique experience for you. For the past six weeks, 72 members from area high schools and community have been working to let you to experience modern teenage anxiety captured in “Disney’s HIGH SCHOOL Musical.”
The play has been described as the 21st century version of Shakespeare’s romantic/dramatic play “Romeo and Juliet” with music. In this junior version of the hit musical, the cast uses this production to interpret how good friends can influence an entire student body, making the production appropriate for all ages. Though different in their own ways, they help others see their strengths and intermingle with one another. Audience members will be entertained through music and extensive choreography.
Kyler Copling of Mountain Grove and Olivia Woosley of Houston are cast as Troy and Gabriella, the lead teenage roles, and are supported by new local actors and experienced performers from previous STARS theatre productions.
Opening night is Thursday, August 8, at 7:00 p.m., for the first of six performances at the Willow Springs Star Theater. Additional performances are at 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 9, and 2:00, 4:30 and 7:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10.
Call 417-254-3168 to reserve tickets now. Tickets are also on sale at Cabool City Hall, as well as at Gigi’s Nail Salon in Houston.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
ATTENTION INSTRUMENTALISTS...
We will be having orchestra on Thursday, August 1, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. All instrumentalists, with the exception of piano students, should meet at STARS 15 minutes early to tune.
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Three recognized as Cabool Dedicated Dogs
Kirby Holmes, left, of Cabool Development Foundation and Cabool Alumni Association presented certificates and Dedicated Dog shirts to Mitchell Bess and Dr. Kristene Sutliff during Tuesday's Cabool Area Chamber of Commerce meeting. Not shown is Aaron Ayer, another Dedicated Dog.
Three persons who have given of their talents and time for the betterment of Cabool were honored as “Dedicated Dogs” during Tuesday’s noon meeting of Cabool Area Chamber of Commerce.
Kirby Holmes of Cabool Development Foundation and Cabool Alumni Association made presentations to Dr. Kristene Sutliff and Mitchell Bess and also recognized Aaron Ayer, who could not be present. Holmes explained that the Dedicated Dog program is a way for persons with past or present ties to Cabool to share of their time and expertise to work toward the betterment of the community.
Sutliff, a Cabool native and Cabool High School graduate, is a professor at Missouri State University in Springfield. Student projects through her classes have resulted in grant applications made on the community’s behalf and in the development of a Cabool web site and community brochure.
Bess, who began his association with Cabool through one of Sutliff’s classes, has continued on his own, making videos that feature local citizens and their reasons for calling Cabool home.
Ayer, who is also a CHS graduate, is a Harvard graduate who, along with Holmes, developed the Dedicated Dogs program. Ayer has mentored Sutliff’s students and was instrumental in the reworking of the Cabool web site and its brochure.
Sutliff spoke of her love of the community and how she enjoyed being able to contribute. She encouraged others to also become Dedicated Dogs. She said a grant was written to obtain musical instruments for the STARS Foundation in Cabool, but was not funded. However, while on Facebook one day she saw a friend’s post about free musical instruments to anyone who needed them. She contacted STARS and that person and it resulted in 12 new violins for the STARS. “It’s about connecting the dots,” she said, “keeping your eyes and ears open.”
Bess showed several video clips he has developed which can be used in the promoting of Cabool and on its web site. Before becoming involved as part of one of Sutliff’s classes, he had never even been to Cabool, but has become one of its biggest promoters. His designation as a Dedicated Dog makes him an honorary Cabool resident, Holmes said.
Holmes said there are 30 to 40 people who are assisting the community as Dedicated Dogs.
You can learn more about becoming a Dedicated Dog, by visiting caboolalumni.com.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Sunday, July 21, 2013
ALERT! ALERT! ALERT! HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL CAST...
Due to a family emergency, we have some changes. Read this closely...
1. Tuesday's practice will be located at STARS, NOT Cabool High School.
2. The schedule says 3-8, however, Becca intended for us to be there from 8-5. If you can be there at 8:00 a.m., great! If you can't, get there as soon as you can.
3. We will no longer be doing the play for two weekends - it's one weekend only - August 8, 9, and 10 - Star Theater, Willow Springs, with one show Thursday (7:00 p.m.), two on Friday (6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.), and, you guessed it, THREE on Saturday (2:00 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7:00 p.m.)!
4. Please have a parent or guardian present on Tuesday to discuss the change in schedule. Feel free to call if you have questions or concerns.
Thank you for your patience!
1. Tuesday's practice will be located at STARS, NOT Cabool High School.
2. The schedule says 3-8, however, Becca intended for us to be there from 8-5. If you can be there at 8:00 a.m., great! If you can't, get there as soon as you can.
3. We will no longer be doing the play for two weekends - it's one weekend only - August 8, 9, and 10 - Star Theater, Willow Springs, with one show Thursday (7:00 p.m.), two on Friday (6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.), and, you guessed it, THREE on Saturday (2:00 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7:00 p.m.)!
4. Please have a parent or guardian present on Tuesday to discuss the change in schedule. Feel free to call if you have questions or concerns.
Thank you for your patience!
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Re: Ad Sales
It has come to our attention that there is some confusion regarding the selling of ads for the program. If you received information for selling ads, please DO NOT sell until you've talked to Andrea for clarification. Thanks!
Monday, July 15, 2013
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL CAST!!
A little change in tomorrow's rehearsal schedule...
Start at 3:00, end at 6:00! Make sure you have a ride available at 6:00, because Becca has a meeting!
Start at 3:00, end at 6:00! Make sure you have a ride available at 6:00, because Becca has a meeting!
Monday, July 8, 2013
RE: HSM Tuesday Practice
3:30 - 5:30 - Everyone (Opening Act & Choreography for Status Quo)
5:30 - 6:30 - Basketball Group (Choreography) & Thespian Group (Auditions scene)
-- JOCKS: You know who you are. :)
-- THESPIANS: Kyle Jacobs, Megan Rosso, Aleena Kaltenberger, Abby Dzurick, Lucas Bailey, Kade Copling, Jaden Beasley, James Lange, Meagan Lange, Hannah Sorrels - plus Alexis Fuwell, Brigman Bell, Tia Copling, Olivia Woosley, and Kyler Copling
6:30 - 7:00 - Kelsi Audition Song (Olivia Woosley, Kyler Copling, and Jaden Beasley)
Please use your CDs to have these songs memorized. Be prepared! You will receive scripts and a paper schedule that will inform you of all remaining practices.
5:30 - 6:30 - Basketball Group (Choreography) & Thespian Group (Auditions scene)
-- JOCKS: You know who you are. :)
-- THESPIANS: Kyle Jacobs, Megan Rosso, Aleena Kaltenberger, Abby Dzurick, Lucas Bailey, Kade Copling, Jaden Beasley, James Lange, Meagan Lange, Hannah Sorrels - plus Alexis Fuwell, Brigman Bell, Tia Copling, Olivia Woosley, and Kyler Copling
6:30 - 7:00 - Kelsi Audition Song (Olivia Woosley, Kyler Copling, and Jaden Beasley)
Please use your CDs to have these songs memorized. Be prepared! You will receive scripts and a paper schedule that will inform you of all remaining practices.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
LAST WEEK OF STARS' SCHEDULE BEFORE SUMMER SCHEDULE BEGINS:
Tuesday (5/28): 1:30 - 5:30 Normal classes scheduled, 6:00 - 7:30 - Orchestra
Wednesday (5/29): NO CLASSES
Thursday (5/30): 3:00 - 6:00 Normal classes scheduled, but no drum class. 6:00 - 8:00 Orchestra and Choir dress rehearsal at STARS
Friday (5/31): Orchestra and choir need to be at Civic Center at 5:00, to tune and get ready. We will begin a one hour rehearsal and warm up at 5:30 for acoustic check before audience is seated.
Sunday (6/2): Piano and instrumental soloists' recital at STARS at 3:00 p.m.
Summer Schedule will be posted the evening of June 2.
ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL PARTICIPANTS! The call backs and regrouping of cast will occur on Thursday, June 6, at 3:00 p.m., until 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday (5/29): NO CLASSES
Thursday (5/30): 3:00 - 6:00 Normal classes scheduled, but no drum class. 6:00 - 8:00 Orchestra and Choir dress rehearsal at STARS
Friday (5/31): Orchestra and choir need to be at Civic Center at 5:00, to tune and get ready. We will begin a one hour rehearsal and warm up at 5:30 for acoustic check before audience is seated.
Sunday (6/2): Piano and instrumental soloists' recital at STARS at 3:00 p.m.
Summer Schedule will be posted the evening of June 2.
ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL PARTICIPANTS! The call backs and regrouping of cast will occur on Thursday, June 6, at 3:00 p.m., until 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Thursday, May 2, 2013
STARS musical “Alice” proves infectious – “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah!”
By John Gauthier
If the people in the Cabool-Willow Springs area seem alight in step– having a zip – and light in spirit – whistling “dee-doo-dah,” the reason may very well be they experienced the infectiousness of the “Alice in Wonderland” musical at one of its seven performances at the Willow Springs Star Theatre during the last two weeks of April.
The STARS Foundation closed its production of “Disney’s Alice In Wonderland” on April 27 after two weekends of performances to sell-out crowds and a last-minute double performance on its last Saturday evening.
No wonder. The 73-member cast ranging in ages from 3 to 16 years old, provided laughs and claps for their characterization of Alice, the harried White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, the Cheshire cat (in three simultaneous actors), the singing flowers, lobsters and royal cardsmen (deck of cards). Each show saw the performance and characterizations of the actors improve, making the experience even more memorable and their music contagious for long after the lights were dimmed.
There was Alice (Tia Copling) in ballet, the still sassy caterpillar (Bailey Gilkeson) strutting her stuff, the harried White Rabbit (Jackson Williams) circling the stage and theatre, the bumping and bungling of Tweedle Dee (Brante Copling) and Tweedle Dum (Kyleigh Peterson) in the song “How D’You Do.” And, getting all 73 cast members on stage for the finale. One must not forget the captivating performance of Forest Swisher as the King of Hearts – moving around the stage on his knees, wearing a royal cape to mask the charade, and a comical crown with wild patches of orange hair; it was just the right height to capture the enthusiasm and sparkle of his eyes, even in the back row! Nor should the convincing performance of Courtney Burnes, who captured the essence of the demanding queen, be overlooked. Bravo to the entire cast.
The production director, Rebecca Peterson, guided not only the staging of the show but also the music. Rebecca serves as the executive director of the STARS Foundation and principal instructor in its music program. She has played a leading role in the Foundation’s theatre productions during the past several years. For the last three performances of the “Alice” production, Rebecca introduced the “director’s perspective” to the audience in which she pointed out various techniques she used in creating Alice’s imaginary tiny world and the character performances in it.
With the close of “Alice” the STARS Foundation has announced the open auditions for its presentation of Disney’s “High School Musical.” Auditions for singers, dancers, athletes and musicians are scheduled for Saturday, May 18, from noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Willow Springs Star Theater and at the STARS Foundation facilities in Cabool from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. Anyone unable to attend the auditions should contact 417-254-3168 for an appointment.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise.
If the people in the Cabool-Willow Springs area seem alight in step– having a zip – and light in spirit – whistling “dee-doo-dah,” the reason may very well be they experienced the infectiousness of the “Alice in Wonderland” musical at one of its seven performances at the Willow Springs Star Theatre during the last two weeks of April.
The STARS Foundation closed its production of “Disney’s Alice In Wonderland” on April 27 after two weekends of performances to sell-out crowds and a last-minute double performance on its last Saturday evening.
No wonder. The 73-member cast ranging in ages from 3 to 16 years old, provided laughs and claps for their characterization of Alice, the harried White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, the Cheshire cat (in three simultaneous actors), the singing flowers, lobsters and royal cardsmen (deck of cards). Each show saw the performance and characterizations of the actors improve, making the experience even more memorable and their music contagious for long after the lights were dimmed.
There was Alice (Tia Copling) in ballet, the still sassy caterpillar (Bailey Gilkeson) strutting her stuff, the harried White Rabbit (Jackson Williams) circling the stage and theatre, the bumping and bungling of Tweedle Dee (Brante Copling) and Tweedle Dum (Kyleigh Peterson) in the song “How D’You Do.” And, getting all 73 cast members on stage for the finale. One must not forget the captivating performance of Forest Swisher as the King of Hearts – moving around the stage on his knees, wearing a royal cape to mask the charade, and a comical crown with wild patches of orange hair; it was just the right height to capture the enthusiasm and sparkle of his eyes, even in the back row! Nor should the convincing performance of Courtney Burnes, who captured the essence of the demanding queen, be overlooked. Bravo to the entire cast.
The production director, Rebecca Peterson, guided not only the staging of the show but also the music. Rebecca serves as the executive director of the STARS Foundation and principal instructor in its music program. She has played a leading role in the Foundation’s theatre productions during the past several years. For the last three performances of the “Alice” production, Rebecca introduced the “director’s perspective” to the audience in which she pointed out various techniques she used in creating Alice’s imaginary tiny world and the character performances in it.
With the close of “Alice” the STARS Foundation has announced the open auditions for its presentation of Disney’s “High School Musical.” Auditions for singers, dancers, athletes and musicians are scheduled for Saturday, May 18, from noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Willow Springs Star Theater and at the STARS Foundation facilities in Cabool from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. Anyone unable to attend the auditions should contact 417-254-3168 for an appointment.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Schedule Update
MONDAY
Piano Lessons (as scheduled)
TUESDAY
CLASS SCHEDULE
1:30 – 3:15 BEGINNER CLASS
Violins: Brante Copling, Sarah Hines, Shandra Copling
Violas: Kiana Copling
Cellos: Tia Copling, Elaine Hines
Flute: David Hines
Piano: Samantha Hines, Tia Copling, Zane Copling
Ukuleles: Noah and David Hines
Drums: Levi Hines
3:15 Tot’s Class
3:30 – 4:30 – INTERMEDIATE CLASS
Violins: Amanda Lange, James Lange, Bailey Gilkeson, Jackson Cox
Cellos: Laura Lange, Meagan Lange, Briley Gilkeson,
Piano: Alley Gilkeson, (Briley & Bailey Gilkeson)
4:30 – 5:30 – INTERMEDIATE CLASS
Violins: Natalie Swisher, Courtney Burnes, Marjorie Sheehan, Elizabeth Sheehan, Beverly Hoyle, Dylan Smith
Cello: Dan Sheehan
Drums: Daulton Terry (Sheehan)
5:30 – 7:00 – ORCHESTRA
7:00 – 8:00 – ADVANCED CLASS
Violins: Gabrielle Taylor, Karley Barry, Elizabeth Moorhead, David Moorhead, Rachel Saylor
Cellos: Nicole Smart, C.J. Good, Sabrina Heath, PJ Moorhead
Violas: Andrea Williams, Jackson Williams, Hannah Heath
8:00-8:30 – BRASS & REED CLASS
Tuba: Dan Shannon, Daniel Rust
Trumpet: CJ Good, Tommy Moorhead, Forest Swisher, Megan Rosso, Kamron Whipple,
Clarinets: Becky Saylor, Melissa VonAllmen, Allison VonAllmen, Sierra Perez, Shafi Williams
Trombone: Nicole Smart
Baritone: Ben Smith
French Horn: Jacob Heath
WEDNESDAY
CLASS SCHEDULE
WEEK 1 and 3
2:00 Victoria Kuz
Tutoring:
3:30 – 4:30 ORCHESTRA
Piano 4:30-8:00 (at Mrs. Peterson's House)
WEEK 2 and 4
3:30 – 4:30 ORCHESTRA
SUMMERSVILLE: 1:00-7:00 (Mrs. Peterson)
THURSDAY
CLASS SCHEDULE
2:30-3:30 Violin: Elisha Haff, Elizabeth Rajski
Cello: Madalyn Haff, Jan Stice
4:00 Sign Language (month of May)
4:20 PERCUSSION CLASS: Weston Peterson, Andrew Stockard, Levi Hines, Daniel Rajski, Matthew Smart, Jackson Williams, Evan Counts
5:00 UKULELE CLASS & GUITAR CLASS
ART CLASS 5:00
Month of May Art with Peter Koob Pencil Portraits 5:00 – 7:00 (Backroom)
ORCHESTRA 5:30-7:00
GARDENING CLASS 7:00 2nd Week of each month
May 9th “Orchards” (extension guy come)
1st & 3rd 7:00 piano Peter and Glorivic Koob
Piano Lessons (as scheduled)
TUESDAY
CLASS SCHEDULE
1:30 – 3:15 BEGINNER CLASS
Violins: Brante Copling, Sarah Hines, Shandra Copling
Violas: Kiana Copling
Cellos: Tia Copling, Elaine Hines
Flute: David Hines
Piano: Samantha Hines, Tia Copling, Zane Copling
Ukuleles: Noah and David Hines
Drums: Levi Hines
3:15 Tot’s Class
3:30 – 4:30 – INTERMEDIATE CLASS
Violins: Amanda Lange, James Lange, Bailey Gilkeson, Jackson Cox
Cellos: Laura Lange, Meagan Lange, Briley Gilkeson,
Piano: Alley Gilkeson, (Briley & Bailey Gilkeson)
4:30 – 5:30 – INTERMEDIATE CLASS
Violins: Natalie Swisher, Courtney Burnes, Marjorie Sheehan, Elizabeth Sheehan, Beverly Hoyle, Dylan Smith
Cello: Dan Sheehan
Drums: Daulton Terry (Sheehan)
5:30 – 7:00 – ORCHESTRA
7:00 – 8:00 – ADVANCED CLASS
Violins: Gabrielle Taylor, Karley Barry, Elizabeth Moorhead, David Moorhead, Rachel Saylor
Cellos: Nicole Smart, C.J. Good, Sabrina Heath, PJ Moorhead
Violas: Andrea Williams, Jackson Williams, Hannah Heath
8:00-8:30 – BRASS & REED CLASS
Tuba: Dan Shannon, Daniel Rust
Trumpet: CJ Good, Tommy Moorhead, Forest Swisher, Megan Rosso, Kamron Whipple,
Clarinets: Becky Saylor, Melissa VonAllmen, Allison VonAllmen, Sierra Perez, Shafi Williams
Trombone: Nicole Smart
Baritone: Ben Smith
French Horn: Jacob Heath
WEDNESDAY
CLASS SCHEDULE
WEEK 1 and 3
2:00 Victoria Kuz
Tutoring:
3:30 – 4:30 ORCHESTRA
Piano 4:30-8:00 (at Mrs. Peterson's House)
WEEK 2 and 4
3:30 – 4:30 ORCHESTRA
SUMMERSVILLE: 1:00-7:00 (Mrs. Peterson)
THURSDAY
CLASS SCHEDULE
2:30-3:30 Violin: Elisha Haff, Elizabeth Rajski
Cello: Madalyn Haff, Jan Stice
4:00 Sign Language (month of May)
4:20 PERCUSSION CLASS: Weston Peterson, Andrew Stockard, Levi Hines, Daniel Rajski, Matthew Smart, Jackson Williams, Evan Counts
5:00 UKULELE CLASS & GUITAR CLASS
ART CLASS 5:00
Month of May Art with Peter Koob Pencil Portraits 5:00 – 7:00 (Backroom)
ORCHESTRA 5:30-7:00
GARDENING CLASS 7:00 2nd Week of each month
May 9th “Orchards” (extension guy come)
1st & 3rd 7:00 piano Peter and Glorivic Koob
Friday, April 26, 2013
ADDITIONAL SHOW!
If you missed your chance to see the STARS Foundation's production of "Alice in Wonderland", an encore performance is now scheduled for Saturday at 8:30 p.m., immediately following the 7:00 show! Reserve your tickets now!
Thursday, April 25, 2013
It’s not too late to experience “Alice in Wonderland”
By John Gauthier
While the rabbit in “Alice in Wonderland” may be late for the un-birthday party, area residents have another opportunity TO experience the delightful musical at the Star Theatre in Willow Springs. Performed by a cast of over 78 local actors under the age of 18, the STARS Foundation production of the Disney musical play brought laughter and cheers to audiences during a three-day run April 18, 19 and 20. The production will be repeated this weekend, April 25, 26 and 27, with show time at 7:00 p.m.
Students from the STARS fine arts program were among the actors who brought life to the animal, flower and card characters and gave enthused renditions of such songs as “Zip-a-dee-doo-dah,” “The Un-birthday Song,” “Painting the Roses Red” and “I’m Late.”
Rebecca Peterson, who directs the musical play, artfully moves a large juvenile cast on a small stage without detracting from the musical flow. The audience benefits and is provided with a sense of intimacy amid a fanciful but simple stage set to create a memorable musical experience. The cast rendition of “The Golden Afternoon” combined lyrical harmony and balance with colorful costuming to make the flowers seem almost real. The beauty in the flower costumes was amplified by the collective attractiveness of the pre-teen pansies, the teen daisies, lilies and petunias and the older teen roses. A delight!
The three Alices (Tia Copling as tall Alice, Briley Gilkeson as small Alice and Madison Peterson as life-size Alice) turned in superb performances and executed on-stage switches with adeptness. The coy and chattery Cheshire cats (portrayed by Kamron Whipple, LaDana Aguilar and Megan Rosso) were believable and contributed to the play’s continuity and direction. Bailey Gilkeson’s portrayal of the caterpillar as a sassy, classy, hipster songstress was a memorable performance that left many in the audience to wonder where such energy was stored in such a tiny performer. In reality, all the performers in the “Alice” musical brought the Disney and author Lewis Carroll’s characters to life and made for a worthwhile experience.
Check it out for yourself. The public is invited to an evening of pleasure and delight that will create new memories for the younger members of the audience and spark remembrances of the storybook and the film for the older set.
For tickets, call 417-254-3168 or contact STARS via the Internet at www.thestarsfoundation.org. Tickets are also available at Landmark Bank in Willow Springs, Houston and Cabool.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
While the rabbit in “Alice in Wonderland” may be late for the un-birthday party, area residents have another opportunity TO experience the delightful musical at the Star Theatre in Willow Springs. Performed by a cast of over 78 local actors under the age of 18, the STARS Foundation production of the Disney musical play brought laughter and cheers to audiences during a three-day run April 18, 19 and 20. The production will be repeated this weekend, April 25, 26 and 27, with show time at 7:00 p.m.
Students from the STARS fine arts program were among the actors who brought life to the animal, flower and card characters and gave enthused renditions of such songs as “Zip-a-dee-doo-dah,” “The Un-birthday Song,” “Painting the Roses Red” and “I’m Late.”
Rebecca Peterson, who directs the musical play, artfully moves a large juvenile cast on a small stage without detracting from the musical flow. The audience benefits and is provided with a sense of intimacy amid a fanciful but simple stage set to create a memorable musical experience. The cast rendition of “The Golden Afternoon” combined lyrical harmony and balance with colorful costuming to make the flowers seem almost real. The beauty in the flower costumes was amplified by the collective attractiveness of the pre-teen pansies, the teen daisies, lilies and petunias and the older teen roses. A delight!
The three Alices (Tia Copling as tall Alice, Briley Gilkeson as small Alice and Madison Peterson as life-size Alice) turned in superb performances and executed on-stage switches with adeptness. The coy and chattery Cheshire cats (portrayed by Kamron Whipple, LaDana Aguilar and Megan Rosso) were believable and contributed to the play’s continuity and direction. Bailey Gilkeson’s portrayal of the caterpillar as a sassy, classy, hipster songstress was a memorable performance that left many in the audience to wonder where such energy was stored in such a tiny performer. In reality, all the performers in the “Alice” musical brought the Disney and author Lewis Carroll’s characters to life and made for a worthwhile experience.
Check it out for yourself. The public is invited to an evening of pleasure and delight that will create new memories for the younger members of the audience and spark remembrances of the storybook and the film for the older set.
For tickets, call 417-254-3168 or contact STARS via the Internet at www.thestarsfoundation.org. Tickets are also available at Landmark Bank in Willow Springs, Houston and Cabool.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Practice Today!
WONDERLAND CAST AND CREW: Don't forget practice at the theater today! Straight run through at 4:00 p.m., no make up or costumes. Plans are to finish at 5:00, or shortly after, for those who have orchestra at 6:00 in Cabool.
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Alice Rehearsal Tuesday
ATTENTION CAST MEMBERS: There will be a rehearsal Tuesday, April 23, at 4 p.m. It will be a full run through, minus make up and costumes.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Herbs workshop April 11
Come to the third botanical gardening class at STARS located 510 Main Street, Cabool, this evening (Thursday) at 7:00. The featured speaker will be Becky Scott from Country Petals Greenhouse. She will talk about and show many different varieties of herbs.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Performances of "Alice in Wonderland" start next week
Ever been to an “un-birthday party?” Well, here’s your opportunity to attend and also to enjoy the music of singing flowers and dancing lobsters that are part of the STAR Foundation’s presentation of Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland” on April 18, 19, 20 and again on April 25, 26, 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Willow Springs Star Theatre.
Travel with Alice as she encounters the zany world of talking animals and wacky characters in her pursuit of a white rabbit (played by Jackson Williams), rattled by the realization that he is late for an important event, the focus of the musical refrain “I’m late, I’m late.” The audience will tap to the beat of Bailey Gilkeson’s version of the animated caterpillar’s jovial “Zippidy dooh dah” and Courtney Burns’ portrayal of the Queen of Hearts chanting “Painting the Roses Red.” Once at the party, enjoy Wyatt Ennis as the Mad Hatter’s jittery refrain, “A Very Merry Un-birthday,” as the Disney characters come to life on the Willow Springs stage.
Rehearsals for the 75-member cast have been under way at the STARS Foundation center in Cabool since late March. Thirty-five cast members are participants in the STARS Foundation fine arts program where they receive instruction and experience with musical instruments and artistic tools on a weekly basis.
The public is invited to an evening of pleasure and delight that will create new memories for the younger members of the audience and spark remembrances of the storybook and the film by the older set. For tickets, call 417-254-3168 or visit your local Landmark Banks to purchase them.
For those anxious to attend a unique un-birthday, the STARS Foundation will hold a fundraiser “un-birthday” party at the Houston Walmart on April 13, featuring tasty goods, gift cards, tickets, and music. Come join us!
Actors pictured in the "Un-birthday Party” scene are, from left, Kyleigh Peterson, Cabool; Brante Copling, Mtn Grove; Hannah Peterson, Cabool; Madison Donnalley, Cabool; Blake Williams, Cabool; Jacob Heath, Cabool; Wyatt Ennis, Willow Springs.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Travel with Alice as she encounters the zany world of talking animals and wacky characters in her pursuit of a white rabbit (played by Jackson Williams), rattled by the realization that he is late for an important event, the focus of the musical refrain “I’m late, I’m late.” The audience will tap to the beat of Bailey Gilkeson’s version of the animated caterpillar’s jovial “Zippidy dooh dah” and Courtney Burns’ portrayal of the Queen of Hearts chanting “Painting the Roses Red.” Once at the party, enjoy Wyatt Ennis as the Mad Hatter’s jittery refrain, “A Very Merry Un-birthday,” as the Disney characters come to life on the Willow Springs stage.
Rehearsals for the 75-member cast have been under way at the STARS Foundation center in Cabool since late March. Thirty-five cast members are participants in the STARS Foundation fine arts program where they receive instruction and experience with musical instruments and artistic tools on a weekly basis.
The public is invited to an evening of pleasure and delight that will create new memories for the younger members of the audience and spark remembrances of the storybook and the film by the older set. For tickets, call 417-254-3168 or visit your local Landmark Banks to purchase them.
For those anxious to attend a unique un-birthday, the STARS Foundation will hold a fundraiser “un-birthday” party at the Houston Walmart on April 13, featuring tasty goods, gift cards, tickets, and music. Come join us!
Actors pictured in the "Un-birthday Party” scene are, from left, Kyleigh Peterson, Cabool; Brante Copling, Mtn Grove; Hannah Peterson, Cabool; Madison Donnalley, Cabool; Blake Williams, Cabool; Jacob Heath, Cabool; Wyatt Ennis, Willow Springs.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Thursday, April 4, 2013
STARS students to stage musical "Alice in Wonderland" in Willow Springs theater
Alice, Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, and White Rabbit are characters from the Disney musical version of a zany world of "Alice in Wonderland." They are about to make their appearance at Willow Springs Star Theatre on April 18, 19, 20 and again on April 25, 26, and 27.
Tickets will be on sale April 5 at Landmark Bank in Willow Springs, Houston, and Cabool. Landmark Bank is the sponsor for the production.
Rehearsals for the 75-member cast have been underway at the STARS Foundation center in Cabool since late March. Thirty-five of the cast members are participants in the STARS Foundation fine arts program where they receive instruction and experience with musical instruments and artistic tools on a weekly basis.
Alice, whose quirky experiences and odd encounters are the focus of the musical adaptation of the Lewis Carroll novel and in the Disney movie, is portrayed by three young actresses, who seek to assist the audience in seeing Alice as a normal sized-girl, a taller person and an even shorter, bewildered young girl. Capturing the character of Alice is a challenge in itself, but coordinating dialogue and movement with two other actors to maintain the magic of theatre requires extra special efforts and talent. Meeting those challenges are Tia Copling as the "tall" Alice, Madison Peterson as the normal-sized central character Alice, and Briley Gilkeson as the "smaller" Alice. All the "Alices" agree that the role, and sharing it, is a challenge but see it also as a way to acquire new skills and build self-confidence, precisely the goal of the fine arts programs and a mission of STARS Foundation.
All the Alice actresses are active participants in the STARS program. Madison plays the violin, occupies the first violin seat as concert master in the STARS orchestra and has played in a number of the recent public concerts arranged by STARS. Tia, who has taken modern dance and ballet lessons, has a goal of mastering the cello and playing in the STARS orchestral programs. Both Madison and Tia are at the tenth grade level in home-schooling and provide community cleaning services as payment for the STARS lessons. Briley is in the fourth grade and lives in Raymondville.
Similar casting has been applied to the intriguing Cheshire cat, that mystical, amusing feline who seems bent on confusing the bewildered Alice. Kamron Whipple of Mountain Grove, LaDana Aguilar from Cabool, and Megan Rosso from Mountain Grove fill those roles. Wyatt Ennis from Willow Springs portrays the Mad Hatter and Jackson Williams of Cabool is cast as the White Rabbit.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Tickets will be on sale April 5 at Landmark Bank in Willow Springs, Houston, and Cabool. Landmark Bank is the sponsor for the production.
Rehearsals for the 75-member cast have been underway at the STARS Foundation center in Cabool since late March. Thirty-five of the cast members are participants in the STARS Foundation fine arts program where they receive instruction and experience with musical instruments and artistic tools on a weekly basis.
Alice, whose quirky experiences and odd encounters are the focus of the musical adaptation of the Lewis Carroll novel and in the Disney movie, is portrayed by three young actresses, who seek to assist the audience in seeing Alice as a normal sized-girl, a taller person and an even shorter, bewildered young girl. Capturing the character of Alice is a challenge in itself, but coordinating dialogue and movement with two other actors to maintain the magic of theatre requires extra special efforts and talent. Meeting those challenges are Tia Copling as the "tall" Alice, Madison Peterson as the normal-sized central character Alice, and Briley Gilkeson as the "smaller" Alice. All the "Alices" agree that the role, and sharing it, is a challenge but see it also as a way to acquire new skills and build self-confidence, precisely the goal of the fine arts programs and a mission of STARS Foundation.
All the Alice actresses are active participants in the STARS program. Madison plays the violin, occupies the first violin seat as concert master in the STARS orchestra and has played in a number of the recent public concerts arranged by STARS. Tia, who has taken modern dance and ballet lessons, has a goal of mastering the cello and playing in the STARS orchestral programs. Both Madison and Tia are at the tenth grade level in home-schooling and provide community cleaning services as payment for the STARS lessons. Briley is in the fourth grade and lives in Raymondville.
Similar casting has been applied to the intriguing Cheshire cat, that mystical, amusing feline who seems bent on confusing the bewildered Alice. Kamron Whipple of Mountain Grove, LaDana Aguilar from Cabool, and Megan Rosso from Mountain Grove fill those roles. Wyatt Ennis from Willow Springs portrays the Mad Hatter and Jackson Williams of Cabool is cast as the White Rabbit.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Class on growing herbs April 11 at STARS location
The third botanical gardening class offered by STARS Foundation will feature Becky Scott, owner of Country Petals Greenhouse, Cabool, talking about herbs.
Scott will be talking about the different uses for herbs. She will also bring many varieties of herbs to demonstrate during her class on herbs at STARS.
The class will be held at STARS Foundation, 510 Main Street, Cabool, on Thursday, April 11, at 7:00 p.m.
"Please make plans to attend," a spokesperson urged.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Scott will be talking about the different uses for herbs. She will also bring many varieties of herbs to demonstrate during her class on herbs at STARS.
The class will be held at STARS Foundation, 510 Main Street, Cabool, on Thursday, April 11, at 7:00 p.m.
"Please make plans to attend," a spokesperson urged.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Continuing schedule...
ATTENTION: This Friday's ALICE practice will start at 4:00, instead of 3:00. Becca may be a tad late, as she has to attend an out of town funeral.
TEMPORARY ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, April 10 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 17 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 23 - 6:00-8:00 p.m.
ALL PIANO LESSONS will remain the same.
The TOTS CLASS on Tuesday will remain 3:15-3:45.
ALL OTHER CLASS SCHEDULED LESSONS will be postponed, and resume on April 23rd.
PLAY PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
IN WILLOW SPRINGS
Tuesday, April 9 - 4:00 p.m. until finished
Thursday, April 11 - 4:00 p.m. (makeup), 5:00 p.m. (pictures), 6:00 p.m. until finished (practice)
Friday, April 12 - 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 16 - Be there at 5:00 p.m. to get ready, performance at 7:00 p.m.
Stay posted here and on the STARS Facebook page .
TEMPORARY ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, April 10 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 17 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 23 - 6:00-8:00 p.m.
ALL PIANO LESSONS will remain the same.
The TOTS CLASS on Tuesday will remain 3:15-3:45.
ALL OTHER CLASS SCHEDULED LESSONS will be postponed, and resume on April 23rd.
PLAY PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
IN WILLOW SPRINGS
Tuesday, April 9 - 4:00 p.m. until finished
Thursday, April 11 - 4:00 p.m. (makeup), 5:00 p.m. (pictures), 6:00 p.m. until finished (practice)
Friday, April 12 - 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 16 - Be there at 5:00 p.m. to get ready, performance at 7:00 p.m.
Stay posted here and on the STARS Facebook page .
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
THIS WEEK'S ALICE PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY, APRIL 2
12:00-12:30 - Queen of Hearts, Alice, & White Rabbit
12:30-1:00 - Alice & White Rabbit
4:00-4:30 - Rock Lobsters, Small Alice, & Dodo Bird
4:30-5:00 - Flowers, Caterpillar, & Small Alice
5:00-6:00 - Opening Scene, "Who Are You", & Finale
THURSDAY, APRIL 4
4:00-5:00 - Straight Run Through
5:00-6:00 - Use to go over any rough sections (probably court scene to end)
FRIDAY, APRIL 5
3:00-4:00 - Dancing Card & Tall Alice
4:00-5:00 - Cards & Queen Scene
5:00-6:30 - Straight Run Through with sound effects
If you have any loose ends with the ads or the raffle tickets, please get with Cindy before Saturday on your status.
Also, tickets go on sale this week! Get the word out. Put up as many flyers as possible. Thanks!
12:00-12:30 - Queen of Hearts, Alice, & White Rabbit
12:30-1:00 - Alice & White Rabbit
4:00-4:30 - Rock Lobsters, Small Alice, & Dodo Bird
4:30-5:00 - Flowers, Caterpillar, & Small Alice
5:00-6:00 - Opening Scene, "Who Are You", & Finale
THURSDAY, APRIL 4
4:00-5:00 - Straight Run Through
5:00-6:00 - Use to go over any rough sections (probably court scene to end)
FRIDAY, APRIL 5
3:00-4:00 - Dancing Card & Tall Alice
4:00-5:00 - Cards & Queen Scene
5:00-6:30 - Straight Run Through with sound effects
If you have any loose ends with the ads or the raffle tickets, please get with Cindy before Saturday on your status.
Also, tickets go on sale this week! Get the word out. Put up as many flyers as possible. Thanks!
Monday, April 1, 2013
Herb Class April 11th 7:00 p.m. STARS
The third botanical gardening class will feature Becky Scott, owner of Country Petals Nursery. She will be presenting a class on herbs at STARS located at 510 Main Street, Cabool. Becky will be talking about the different uses for herbs. She will also bring many varieties of herbs to demonstrate during her class on herbs at STARS. Please make plans to attend on Thursday, April 11th at 7:00p.m.
Thursday, March 28, 2013
ATTENTION: ALICE CAST MEMBERS & ORCHESTRA MEMBERS!!
PRACTICE SCHEDULE: PLEASE LEAVE SATURDAYS AVAILABLE – Check here or on our Facebook page, for new postings.
PLAY PRACTICE SCHEDULES FOR THE REST OF THIS WEEK:
MARCH 28th:
4:00-5:00 Girls of the Golden Afternoon
5:00 – 6:00 Cards in the Courtroom Scene
Alice and Mathilda
MARCH 30th :
1:00-2:00 Tweedle Dee & Dum
2:00-2:30 Lobsters
2:30-3:00 Dodo Bird
3:00-4:00 Cheshire Cats
4:00-5:00 Alice, The Queen, and the Rabbit
5:00-5:30 Unbirthday Party Scene!
SCHEDULE FOR THE REST OF ALICE. IF GROUP TIMES ARE SPLIT AGAIN, IT WILL BE POSTED ON THE WEBSITE AND THE FACEBOOK PAGE:
Tuesday & Thursdays March 26, 28, April 2,4 at the STARS Foundation 4-6:00
Tuesday & Thursday April 9,11 Dress Rehearsals at the Willow Theatre 4:30-?
Tuesday April 16 is Parents night Performance be there at 5:00/start at 7:00
Thursday, Friday & Saturday April 18, 19, 20, 25, 26,& 27 Performance
(Be there at designated time, show begins at 7:00) Be prepared for any extra shows
ORCHESTRA MEMBERS:
Please have ALL of the following songs prepared:
How To Train Your Dragon, Pirates of the Caribbean, Mountain King, Brahms Waltz, Sweet Remembrance, Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing, Homeward Bound, and Moonlight
If you have any questions, please contact us!
PLAY PRACTICE SCHEDULES FOR THE REST OF THIS WEEK:
MARCH 28th:
4:00-5:00 Girls of the Golden Afternoon
5:00 – 6:00 Cards in the Courtroom Scene
Alice and Mathilda
MARCH 30th :
1:00-2:00 Tweedle Dee & Dum
2:00-2:30 Lobsters
2:30-3:00 Dodo Bird
3:00-4:00 Cheshire Cats
4:00-5:00 Alice, The Queen, and the Rabbit
5:00-5:30 Unbirthday Party Scene!
SCHEDULE FOR THE REST OF ALICE. IF GROUP TIMES ARE SPLIT AGAIN, IT WILL BE POSTED ON THE WEBSITE AND THE FACEBOOK PAGE:
Tuesday & Thursdays March 26, 28, April 2,4 at the STARS Foundation 4-6:00
Tuesday & Thursday April 9,11 Dress Rehearsals at the Willow Theatre 4:30-?
Tuesday April 16 is Parents night Performance be there at 5:00/start at 7:00
Thursday, Friday & Saturday April 18, 19, 20, 25, 26,& 27 Performance
(Be there at designated time, show begins at 7:00) Be prepared for any extra shows
ORCHESTRA MEMBERS:
Please have ALL of the following songs prepared:
How To Train Your Dragon, Pirates of the Caribbean, Mountain King, Brahms Waltz, Sweet Remembrance, Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing, Homeward Bound, and Moonlight
If you have any questions, please contact us!
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Alice Practice Continues
In spite of the predicted snowfall, STARS Foundation will be having regularly scheduled classes today. Use your own judgment regarding the weather, and if you can make it, we'll see you there!
Saturday, March 2, 2013
For Tuesday, March 5 rehearsal:
Alice in Wonderland main character auditioners - please be prepared to sing the song for the character you tried out for. Follow the link below to view and print your character's song. You did great speaking, and now it's time to sing!
http://www.broadwayjr.com/audition/auditionlist.asp?ID=000277
http://www.broadwayjr.com/audition/auditionlist.asp?ID=000277
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Alice in Wonderland Auditions & Rehearsal
If you missed auditions last week, don't worry - it's not too late to be cast in the STARS Foundation's production of Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Kids ages 19 and under may come to the STARS building today between 3:00 and 6:00 to audition for a part! If you're a little shy, you can request a part as a background character. You have our permission to giggle at those trying out for the lead character roles - as laughter only helps them "ham it up" more! A fun time is guaranteed, and we hope to see you there!
Kids ages 19 and under may come to the STARS building today between 3:00 and 6:00 to audition for a part! If you're a little shy, you can request a part as a background character. You have our permission to giggle at those trying out for the lead character roles - as laughter only helps them "ham it up" more! A fun time is guaranteed, and we hope to see you there!
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Schedule for MARCH & APRIL
Monday: Classes stay the same.
Tuesday: Play practice 4:00-6:00, Orchestra 6:00-8:00
Wednesday: Orchestra 3:30-4:30
Thursday: Play practice 4:00-6:00, Orchestra 6:00-8:00
NOTES from today's class - 02/27/13
*Have these measures ready for next week:
CHRONICLES - 1-155 and 176-end
PIRATES - 1-96, 142-166, and 181-end
DRAGON - 1-35 and 125-end
MOONLIGHT - All
BRAHM'S WALTZ - All or 1-23 and 31-end
MOUNTAIN KING - All
SWEET REMEMBRANCE - 1-32
Tuesday: Play practice 4:00-6:00, Orchestra 6:00-8:00
Wednesday: Orchestra 3:30-4:30
Thursday: Play practice 4:00-6:00, Orchestra 6:00-8:00
NOTES from today's class - 02/27/13
*Have these measures ready for next week:
CHRONICLES - 1-155 and 176-end
PIRATES - 1-96, 142-166, and 181-end
DRAGON - 1-35 and 125-end
MOONLIGHT - All
BRAHM'S WALTZ - All or 1-23 and 31-end
MOUNTAIN KING - All
SWEET REMEMBRANCE - 1-32
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Closed 2/26/13
The STARS Foundation will be closed today, Tuesday, February 26, due to the weather. Stay tuned for tomorrow, and practice, practice, practice!!
Friday, February 22, 2013
Alice Auditions TODAY
The show must go on!
We will be at the Star Theater in Willow Springs this afternoon from 3:00-5:00 p.m. If you can't make it to Willow, you may contact Rebecca at matbec@centurytel.net. Anyone wanting to be in the production, whether you've auditioned or not, plan on meeting at the STARS Foundation in Cabool next Thursday.
It's going to be a great show!
We will be at the Star Theater in Willow Springs this afternoon from 3:00-5:00 p.m. If you can't make it to Willow, you may contact Rebecca at matbec@centurytel.net. Anyone wanting to be in the production, whether you've auditioned or not, plan on meeting at the STARS Foundation in Cabool next Thursday.
It's going to be a great show!
Thursday, February 21, 2013
IMPORTANT! Alice Auditions
Due to the weather, we are not going to be able to do auditions for Alice in Wonderland today in Cabool.
If you were planning to audition, please email your child's name and age to Rebecca at matbec@centurytel.net .
We will all meet next Thursday, February 28, from 3:00-6:00 p.m., at the STARS Foundation on Main Street, Cabool.
If you were planning to audition, please email your child's name and age to Rebecca at matbec@centurytel.net .
We will all meet next Thursday, February 28, from 3:00-6:00 p.m., at the STARS Foundation on Main Street, Cabool.
NOTICE:
All STARS Foundation classes for today are cancelled due to weather. ... More information later regarding Alice in Wonderland auditions, as a final decision will not be made on that until early afternoon.
Auditions February 21 & 22 for STARS Foundation production of "Alice in Wonderland"
Auditions are being held today and Friday for the STARS Foundation production of “Alice in Wonderland.”
The event will be produced by Rebecca Peterson, founder of the STARS Foundation and the director of “Wizard of Oz” in 2011 and “The Jungle Book” in 2012. “We welcome ages 19 and under. Everyone will receive a part,” Peterson said.
Auditions will be held in Cabool at the STARS Foundation, 510 Main Street, on today (Thursday) from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and in Willow Springs at Star Theater on Friday, February 22, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Rehearsals will begin February 28 in Cabool at the STARS Foundation from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks and then in Willow Springs for the dress rehearsals and performances.
Call Peterson for details at 962-3828, 254-3168, or at matbec@centurytel.net.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
The event will be produced by Rebecca Peterson, founder of the STARS Foundation and the director of “Wizard of Oz” in 2011 and “The Jungle Book” in 2012. “We welcome ages 19 and under. Everyone will receive a part,” Peterson said.
Auditions will be held in Cabool at the STARS Foundation, 510 Main Street, on today (Thursday) from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and in Willow Springs at Star Theater on Friday, February 22, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Rehearsals will begin February 28 in Cabool at the STARS Foundation from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks and then in Willow Springs for the dress rehearsals and performances.
Call Peterson for details at 962-3828, 254-3168, or at matbec@centurytel.net.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
re: Alice in Wonderland Auditions
The forecast is predicting bad weather moving in, however auditions for the STARS Foundation's production of Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr. are still scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, February 21, at the STARS building in Cabool from 3:00-6:00 p.m., and Friday, February 22, at the STAR Theater in Willow Springs from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Your safety is important to us! If weather does not permit you to attend one of our audition times, please contact Rebecca at matbec@centurytel.net, so she can send you a registration form via email.
If you're auditioning for a lead role, you may email a short audition video containing a singing and speaking part of your choice to Rebecca by Saturday, February 23.
Your safety is important to us! If weather does not permit you to attend one of our audition times, please contact Rebecca at matbec@centurytel.net, so she can send you a registration form via email.
If you're auditioning for a lead role, you may email a short audition video containing a singing and speaking part of your choice to Rebecca by Saturday, February 23.
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Auditions February 21 & 22 for STARS Foundation production of "Alice in Wonderland"
Rebecca Peterson, founder of the STARS Foundation and the director of “Wizard of Oz” in 2011 and “The Jungle Book” in 2012, is going to produce "Alice in Wonderland." Auditions will be held in Cabool at the STARS Foundation, 510 Main Street, on Thursday, February 21, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and in Willow Springs at Star Theater on Friday, February 22, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
“We welcome ages 19 and under. Everyone will receive a part,” Peterson said.
Rehearsals will begin February 28 in Cabool at the STARS Foundation from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks and then in Willow Springs for the dress rehearsals and performances.
Call Peterson for details at 962-3828, 254-3168, or at matbec@centurytel.net.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
“We welcome ages 19 and under. Everyone will receive a part,” Peterson said.
Rehearsals will begin February 28 in Cabool at the STARS Foundation from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks and then in Willow Springs for the dress rehearsals and performances.
Call Peterson for details at 962-3828, 254-3168, or at matbec@centurytel.net.
Courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Next gardening class to be held on February 14
Pick up tips for your own or the coming community garden
STARS had its first gardening class Thursday, January 31. It began with Rebecca Peterson reading to the class the timeless book The Man Who Cooked for Himself by Phyllis Krasiask. The book tells about a man who becomes self sufficient through gardening.
Then the children divided into groups and tried to match seeds to the pictures of the food that it would become. They also tried to categorize the foods into their food groups and then into their root and stem systems.
The featured speaker, Art Davidson from Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, talked about how Baker Creek Heirloom seeds are non-GMO, meaning they are tested to be sure they are not genetically modified. Davidson is a horticulturist and also does seed testing.
The class learned it is best to store your seeds in the freezer. The quality of the seed will last longer. They also learned to help preserve a wide variety of plant seeds after harvest. Baker Creek sends some of their seeds to a global seed bank in Norway that is located in a sandstone mountain.
Davidson answered many questions and gave away four books (two to children and two to adults). Each family was given a beautiful informative seed catalog from Baker Creek. If you would like one while supplies last, drop by the Foundation and pick up a copy.
A community garden for Cabool is being planned and STARS is very thankful to Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds for donating all the seeds for the garden, over an $800 value.
The next gardening class will be Thursday, February 14, at 7:00 p.m. To follow this program, visit www.thestarsfoundation.blogspot.com.
courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
STARS had its first gardening class Thursday, January 31. It began with Rebecca Peterson reading to the class the timeless book The Man Who Cooked for Himself by Phyllis Krasiask. The book tells about a man who becomes self sufficient through gardening.
Then the children divided into groups and tried to match seeds to the pictures of the food that it would become. They also tried to categorize the foods into their food groups and then into their root and stem systems.
The featured speaker, Art Davidson from Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, talked about how Baker Creek Heirloom seeds are non-GMO, meaning they are tested to be sure they are not genetically modified. Davidson is a horticulturist and also does seed testing.
The class learned it is best to store your seeds in the freezer. The quality of the seed will last longer. They also learned to help preserve a wide variety of plant seeds after harvest. Baker Creek sends some of their seeds to a global seed bank in Norway that is located in a sandstone mountain.
Davidson answered many questions and gave away four books (two to children and two to adults). Each family was given a beautiful informative seed catalog from Baker Creek. If you would like one while supplies last, drop by the Foundation and pick up a copy.
A community garden for Cabool is being planned and STARS is very thankful to Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds for donating all the seeds for the garden, over an $800 value.
The next gardening class will be Thursday, February 14, at 7:00 p.m. To follow this program, visit www.thestarsfoundation.blogspot.com.
courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Friday, February 1, 2013
Happy February Birthday
1 – Jackson W.
6 – Corban S.
6 – Dylan S.
12 – Natalie S.
14 – Rylee F.
14 – Paul F.
19 – Jacob S.
21 – Jan S.
22 – Audrey S.
23 – Elisha H.
26 – Hannah P.
6 – Corban S.
6 – Dylan S.
12 – Natalie S.
14 – Rylee F.
14 – Paul F.
19 – Jacob S.
21 – Jan S.
22 – Audrey S.
23 – Elisha H.
26 – Hannah P.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Gardening class tonight
The STARS Foundation is having a garden class this evening (Thursday) from 7:00 to 8:00.
Art Davidson, horticulturist from Baker Creek Heirloom Seed, will be doing a match and identify class for kids, but all ages are invited.
The class will be held at STARS, 510 Main Street, Cabool.
courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Art Davidson, horticulturist from Baker Creek Heirloom Seed, will be doing a match and identify class for kids, but all ages are invited.
The class will be held at STARS, 510 Main Street, Cabool.
courtesy, The Cabool Enterprise
Sunday, January 6, 2013
Dearbhail Finnegan Concert
Our Irish friends did a concert for the public at the Star Theater in Willow Springs at 3:00 p.m.
They played some of our favorites from last night, plus a few new ones.
Maddie, Hannah, and Kyleigh joined them for a few numbers, including "Canon in D" that had been "Irish-ified" into the key of G.
They even did a little Ozarks fiddling!
They also played "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" and "Nearer My God to Thee".
Again, another beautiful concert, and I believe we've made some new friends in the process!
They played some of our favorites from last night, plus a few new ones.
Maddie, Hannah, and Kyleigh joined them for a few numbers, including "Canon in D" that had been "Irish-ified" into the key of G.
They even did a little Ozarks fiddling!
They also played "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" and "Nearer My God to Thee".
Again, another beautiful concert, and I believe we've made some new friends in the process!
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Dearbhail Finnegan Workshop
We had guests all the way from Ireland!
Dearbhail Finnegan and her husband, Robin Slater, treated us to a workshop and performance at our very own STARS Foundation building tonight!
Many students and their families were on hand for the special event. We were allowed to ask many questions - from "How long have you been playing the harp?" to "How many strings are on the harp?" to "Why did you start playing the harp?"
Robin also taught us about his special drum, and a few lucky students got to "give it a go", as Robin would say.
In addition, Dearbhail and Robin showed us slides of Ireland, and taught us a bit of Irish history. The songs they performed were connected to the Irish history that they taught about.
It was a really fun and informative evening, and we're looking forward to tomorrow's concert at the Star Theater, Willow Springs, at 3:00 p.m.
Dearbhail Finnegan and her husband, Robin Slater, treated us to a workshop and performance at our very own STARS Foundation building tonight!
Many students and their families were on hand for the special event. We were allowed to ask many questions - from "How long have you been playing the harp?" to "How many strings are on the harp?" to "Why did you start playing the harp?"
Robin also taught us about his special drum, and a few lucky students got to "give it a go", as Robin would say.
In addition, Dearbhail and Robin showed us slides of Ireland, and taught us a bit of Irish history. The songs they performed were connected to the Irish history that they taught about.
It was a really fun and informative evening, and we're looking forward to tomorrow's concert at the Star Theater, Willow Springs, at 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
ATTENTION PARTICIPANTS:
Classes for January 2 will be orchestra only 3:00-4:30 at STARS Foundation. Regular classes will resume Monday, January 7, according to schedule. Items to remember: Saturday, January 5, at 7:00 p.m. all students and families are invited to the harpist's workshop at STARS, and Sunday, January 6, all are invited to a free concert at 3:00 p.m. at Willow Springs Star Theater - First come, first served.
January Schedule
Updated STARS Schedule:
(A few little tweaks for the new year.)
Call Rebecca for your personal lesson time.
MONDAY:
Private Piano Lessons
TUESDAY:
1:00-5:30 - Beginner to Advanced Strings Classes
3:00-3:30 - TOTS Music Appreciation
5:30-7:00 - Orchestra
7:00-7:30 - Viola Class
7:30-8:00 - Cello Class
8:00-8:30 - Brass Class
WEDNESDAY:
1:00-3:30 - Beginner to Advanced Strings Classes
3:30-4:30 - Orchestra
4:30-5:00 - Flute Class
5:00-6:00 - Beginner to Advanced Strings Classes
THURSDAY:
3:30-4:00 - Spanish Class
4:00-4:30 - Sign Language Class
4:15-5:00 - Percussion Class
5:00-6:00 - Guitar & Ukulele Class
5:00-7:00 - Art Class
. . . . . January - Pencil portraits with Peter Koob
. . . . . February - Rock painting with Elizabeth Moorhead
. . . . . May - Pencil portraits with Peter Koob
6:00-7:00 - Dance Class
. . . . . January - Line dancing
. . . . . February - Swing dancing
. . . . . May - Line dancing
7:00 p.m. - Gardening Class (on dates listed)
. . . . . January 31 - “Identifying Plants” (match seeds with plants, and know all the terms for parts of a plant)
. . . . . February 14 - "Planting Seeds" (proper care for plants)
. . . . . March 14 - “Herbs” (Country Petals)
. . . . . April 11 - “Orchard” (extension office comes)
COMING SOON! THEATRE Musical Play – March/April
Auditions: February 21 at STARS and February 22 at Willow Springs Star Theatre, from 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Rehearsals will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
(A few little tweaks for the new year.)
Call Rebecca for your personal lesson time.
MONDAY:
Private Piano Lessons
TUESDAY:
1:00-5:30 - Beginner to Advanced Strings Classes
3:00-3:30 - TOTS Music Appreciation
5:30-7:00 - Orchestra
7:00-7:30 - Viola Class
7:30-8:00 - Cello Class
8:00-8:30 - Brass Class
WEDNESDAY:
1:00-3:30 - Beginner to Advanced Strings Classes
3:30-4:30 - Orchestra
4:30-5:00 - Flute Class
5:00-6:00 - Beginner to Advanced Strings Classes
THURSDAY:
3:30-4:00 - Spanish Class
4:00-4:30 - Sign Language Class
4:15-5:00 - Percussion Class
5:00-6:00 - Guitar & Ukulele Class
5:00-7:00 - Art Class
. . . . . January - Pencil portraits with Peter Koob
. . . . . February - Rock painting with Elizabeth Moorhead
. . . . . May - Pencil portraits with Peter Koob
6:00-7:00 - Dance Class
. . . . . January - Line dancing
. . . . . February - Swing dancing
. . . . . May - Line dancing
7:00 p.m. - Gardening Class (on dates listed)
. . . . . January 31 - “Identifying Plants” (match seeds with plants, and know all the terms for parts of a plant)
. . . . . February 14 - "Planting Seeds" (proper care for plants)
. . . . . March 14 - “Herbs” (Country Petals)
. . . . . April 11 - “Orchard” (extension office comes)
COMING SOON! THEATRE Musical Play – March/April
Auditions: February 21 at STARS and February 22 at Willow Springs Star Theatre, from 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Rehearsals will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Happy January Birthday
5 – Becky T.
6 – Gianna W.
7 – Janae M.
10 – Rita B. *
14 – Megan L.
14 – Trevin B.
18 – Lauren M.
18 – Jo B. *
18 – P.J. M.
21 – Maddie P.
26 – Vanetta S. *
6 – Gianna W.
7 – Janae M.
10 – Rita B. *
14 – Megan L.
14 – Trevin B.
18 – Lauren M.
18 – Jo B. *
18 – P.J. M.
21 – Maddie P.
26 – Vanetta S. *
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