Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening with Performing Arts
Published October 9, 2022
Volume 146
Tim Hurt - Performing Arts Director
2022-23 PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS
Check back here weekly for concert dates, performances and other Performing Arts events. Here are just a few to start, but many more dates and events will be posted soon…
October 13-15 HS One Act Performances
November 2 HS Variety Show - Lunchtime
November 15-17 HS Musical Auditions
November 29 4th Grade Recorders Concert - 4:30pm
November 29 Band Concert - 6:30pm
December 1 Orchestra Concert - 7pm
December 3 MS All State Auditions - Ola Middle School
December 8 Chorus Concert - 7pm First Baptist Church
December 10 Elementary Drama Club Performances
December 10 HS All State Auditions - Whitewater High School
December 15 Lower School Christmas Program 6pm
*Questions or comments, please contact performingarts@tcslions.org
A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Does playing a musical instrument make you smarter? There are countless studies that have been conducted to prove that playing instruments does indeed accomplish this. This month is the second month we will promote articles and research that prove the academics of music education. This is so important to us, and we want you to know why. Don’t just take our word for it, check out these articles we are referencing. Each month throughout this school year we will reference a different article, a different study. We hope you will take the time to read and discover how much music truly benefits your student. The investment is well worth it, and will prove rewarding for their entire life!
CHARLIE BROWN - MOVED TO THE SPRING
Please note, we have moved our Middle School musical performances of Charlie Brown to the Spring. Rehearsals will resume in January, and performance dates will be released once determined. More information to come…
MARCHING LIONS HIGHLIGHTS - COWETA COUNTY MARCHING BAND EXHIBITION
Our Marching Lions recently participated in the Coweta County Marching Band Exhibition. We joined four other high schools (Pike County, Northgate, Newnan, and East Coweta) and we performed our shows for each other in this festival format. This is our first year joining this Exhibition, and our students were so encouraged by their experience.
Four years ago we began with a Middle School Drum Corps. Shortly after, we added a Varsity Drum Corps as the students’ skill progressed. Last year we then added winds and Color Guard, and performed standing on the track. This year is our first year marching formations on the field, and created the opportunity for us to participate in the Exhibition.
The marching community is a family. We were welcomed by each of the other schools, and received nothing but compliments and encouragement. Our students are ready for higher levels, their creative juices are flowing, and they are forming memories that will last a lifetime!
LEE UNIVERSITY STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Recently we took 50 students to Lee University in Cleveland, TN for an Arts Experience custom designed by the Lee U faculty. Students were able to see a fully functioning arts program at the collegiate level, learn what it takes to be a music major, and have breakout sessions particular to their areas of interest. They explored instrumental, vocal, theatrical, technical and worship tracks, and the dialogue was enlightening for all. Thank you to Lee University for hosting us, and for all of our leaders for your efforts and investment in these students. We are praying for God’s perfect will for each of them, and are seeing their eyes open to His path more and more each day!
ALL THINGS THEATRE!!
HS Fall One Act
The 39 Steps, Even More Abridged
Tickets on Sale NOW for next week’s One Act play, The 39 Steps: Even More Abridged.
Performances are:
Thursday, Oct 13 at 7pm
Friday, Oct 14 at 7pm
Saturday, Oct 15 at 7pm
Check out the link here to GoFan to purchase your tickets today: https://gofan.co/app/school/GA72962
What are the 39 steps? The year is 1935 and Richard Hannay, a normal well meaning gentleman, is sucked into the middle of a spy thriller. He meets tons of different characters all while seeking to save the world from its most terrifying villain! Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! **THIS PIECE WILL SUBMIT FOR GHSA's ONE ACT COMPETITION**
Spring Musical - Les Miserables
OPEN TO 9th-12th GRADERS (with special invitation if younger roles are needed)
Auditions are the week of November 14th // Performances March 9-11
Directed by Lizzie Perez - lizzie.perez@tcslions.org for more questions
Elementary Drama Club - 101 Dalmations
This club has been rehearsing and students are well on their way. Performance date is set for Saturday, December 10. Mark your calendars - you won’t want to miss it!
Contact lizzie.perez@tcslions.org for updates and information.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
Many of our parents ask us how they can help. If you are interested in volunteering in any area of the Arts, please fill out the following Google Form. We will make sure your information gets to the correct staff member and we get you plugged in. We have amazing families - thank you in advance for your help!
Google Link: https://forms.gle/gtxp8HwPgRBqgxeu6