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Upcoming Events
Wonders of Winter Art Exhibit
Open Exhibit: November 18-February 29“Behind The Scenes”
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be backstage at the theatre? Woodlawn Arts Academy and the director and cast of “Aida” at Sterling High School are giving elementary students the chance to go “Behind the Scenes” on Saturday, February 25.
Children in kindergarten through eighth grade can go “Behind the Scenes” on the morning of Saturday, February 25. From 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., participants will enjoy a pancake breakfast, go on stage to learn a song and dance from “Aida,” have a backstage tour, create an Egyptian craft, and try on stage makeup and costumes.
Cost of “Behind the Scenes” is $10. Children must be checked in and out of the event by an adult. Adults can join their students for breakfast for $5 each, and are welcome to wait in the Commons area or Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School during the event. Register by February 21 at Woodlawn Arts Academy or online at www.activenet.active.com/woodlawnarts; the activity code is WABTS-Sp.
The event is a fundraiser for the Woodlawn Arts Academy Triple Threat and Dance Performance Teams, who will travel to Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida, in July. During the trip, each team will perform on a Disney World stage and receive training from Disney professionals.
Elton John and Tim Rice’s “Aida” is a contemporary musical take on a grand classic tale of the timeless bond between an enslaved Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier. As forbidden love blossoms between them, the young lovers are forced to face death or part forever. Together, they set a shining example of true devotion that ultimately transcends the vast cultural differences between their warring nations, heralding a time of unprecedented peace and prosperity. Directed by Tim Schlegel, Sterling High School presents “Aida” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, February 24 and 25, and 2 p.m. Sunday, February 26. Call (815) 622-3248 for ticket information.
Summer Musical
"A Midsummer Night's Dream"
Auditions open to public
Presented by Woodlawn Arts Academy and Sauk Valley Community College
Auditions: 6-10pm Wednesday, February 28
Callbacks: 6-10pm Thursday, March 1
Location: Jerry Mathis Theatre, Sauk Valley Community College
Material: 1-minute memorized monologue from any Shakespeare play by "Midsummer";
click here for suggestions. E-mail Director Anna K. Kurtz at kurtza@svcc.edu for an audition time or if you have any questions.
Rehearsals: Beginning May 6 in the evenings. Particulars will be determined based on actor schedules. No prior Shakespeare performance experience necessary! All those over the age of 17 are welcome to audition!
Performances: June 22-24, June 29-30 and July on the Woodlawn Arts Academy LawnStudent-Teacher Art Exhibit
Opening Reception: 6pm-8pm Friday, March 2
Open Exhibit: March 2-May 112012 Spring Musical
"Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr."
Woodlawn Arts Academy's Production Of
7pm Friday, March 23
2pm & 7pm Saturday, March 24
2pm Sunday, March 25
J. Mark Beaty Performance Center, Woodlawn Arts Academy
Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at Woodlawn Arts Academy
Book by Richard Morris & Dick Scanlan
New Music by Jeanine Tesori
New Lyrics by Dick Scanlan
Directed by Anne Whalen
Musical Direction by Patrick SheehanCast list announced:
Millie Dillmount – Hannah Seavey
Jimmy Smith – Evan Lobdell
Dorothy Brown – Kallie Zuidema
Mrs. Meers – Rachel Spencer
Trevor Graydon – Sloan Coss
Miss Flannery – Kinsey Zacharski
Ching Ho – Brad Schlegel
Bun Foo – Kolten Conklen
Gloria – Ariel McClearin
Alice – Sydney Johnson
Ruth – Elise Foster
Rita – Abby Nitz
Cora – Ellen Reter
Lucille – Arabella Chamberlain
Ethel Peas – Maryn Palmer
Female Moderns – Emma Boze, Amanda Conklen, Jenna Cox, Calista Kern-Lyons, Abby Langner, Maegan McCue, Maya Reter, Megan Shearer, Akira Tanton
Male Moderns – Chris Ahlers, Sam Jungerman, Levi Skoog, Collin Zollinger
'80s Adult Prom
6pm-11pm Saturday, April 14
$30/person or $50/couple
Purchase tickets before Wednesday, April 11
Adults only - '80s attire encouraged
Dinner catered by Candlelight Inn, desserts by How Sweet It Is, cash bar, DJ, '80s activities, prom pictures available for purchase
For more information, e-mail Heather Dunkel at hdunkel@woodlawnartsacademy.com
Proceeds benefit Woodlawn Arts Academy's Triple Threat and Dance Performance TeamsRhythmQuest Rocks Shows
6pm-9pm Tuesday, April 17
J. Mark Beaty Performance Center, Woodlawn Arts Academy
FREE ADMISSION
Directed by Ramiro MartinezArt Institute Chicago Bus Trip
Sunday, April 29
Bus leaves the K-Mart parking lot at 8am. Enjoy lunch and shopping on your own at Navy Pier from 10:15am-12:45pm. We will then head to the Art Institute of Chicago to view the exhibits until 4:30pm. We will return to the K-Mart parking lot at approximately 6:45pm. There will be no stops on the return trip.
$40 under age 14; $55 ages 14 and up
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Register online
Triple Threat and
Dance Performance
Teams Perform Live
7pm Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12
Centennial Auditorium, Sterling High School
Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the door. Tickets can be purchased starting April 30 at Woodlawn Arts Academy. All proceeds benefit our Triple Threat and Dance Performance Teams, who will travel to DisneyWorld in the summer to receive 8 hours of training from Disney professionals and perform on a Disney stage.Spring Music Recitals
Students of Rhonda Hulteen - 2pm Saturday, May 19
Students of Patrick Sheehan - 5:30pm Friday, May 18
Students of Janel Stahr - 7pm Thursday, May 24
Students of Corinne Nye - 6pm Wednesday, May 30
Students of Anne Whalen - 2pm Sunday, June 3
J. Mark Beaty Performance Center, Woodlawn Arts Academy
FREE ADMISSIONAnnual Dance Recital
Back to the '80s
2pm and 7pm Saturday, June 2
Centennial Auditorium, Sterling High School
Tickets available beginning March 31
$8 if purchased in advance at Woodlawn Arts Academy or $10 at the doorWoodlawn Family
Rummage Sale
8am-2pm Friday, June 8
8am-Noon Saturday, June 9
Woodlawn Arts Academy
Call Woodlawn Arts Academy at 815.626.4278 to arrange to drop off your clean, gently-used items between June 4 and 7
Proceeds benefit Woodlawn Arts Academy's Triple Threat and Dance Performance Teams
