Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening with Performing Arts
Published March 9, 2025
Volume 256
Tim Hurt - Performing Arts Director
“Bearing the image of the Creator as we cultivate creativity.”
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please continue to check back here regularly to see what’s happening in Performing Arts. So many great opportunities, you won’t want to miss any of them!
Mar 13 Elementary Talent Show
Mar 21-22 District Fine Arts Festival
Apr 3 Thespian Inductions
Apr 15 Elementary Musical (1st - 3rd grade)
Apr 17 Shuler Awards
Apr 25-26 HS End of Year Musical - Descendents
Apr 28 Recorders Concert
Apr 29 Performing Arts Awards Night
May 1-3 Elementary Musical (3rd-5th grade)
May 3 Southern Star Music Festival
May 5 Orchestra Concert
May 6 Band Concert
May 8 Chorus Concert
Summer Camp information coming soon . . .
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Dance
Marching Lions
All Things Theatre
Patrons’ Program
Music Arts Academy
Instrument Repair
DANCE
Calling All Rising 8th-12th Grade Girls! TCS Dance Team Tryouts Are Here!
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_QNi_81VrMqwJu2uMOKNeKmD1BYoWR-YzEWJD8rI3HR2xzg/viewform
Do you have a passion for dance? Want to be part of an elite team that brings integrity, spirit, and talent to every performance? Now’s your chance!
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love to move, we’re looking for dedicated, enthusiastic dancers ready to represent TCS and Jesus Christ through the art of dance.
Tryout Date: March 31st-April 4th
Location: High School Spanish Suite (2nd floor)
Time: 4:30-5:30
Attire: T-shirt, shorts or yoga pants. Please no tank tops, leotards, or leggings.
✨ What to Expect:
*Learn and perform a short routine.
*Show off your technique, energy, and performance skills.
*Meet new friends and be part of a supportive, talented team.
💥 Why Join?
✔️ Perform at school events, pep rallies, and community events.
✔️ Build confidence, teamwork, and lifelong friendships
✔️ Represent your school with pride and passion
Sign up here: Google Form Link Coming Soon or contact Tara Christian at tara.christian@tcslions.org for more details!
Let’s dance, worship, and dominate the stage together! 🎶🔥 #DanceTeamTryouts #JoinTheSquad #TrinityLionettes
MARCHING LIONS
We would like to invite any new rising 8th-12th grade students who are interested in joining the Marching Lions for the 2025 marching season. We will talk about what it looks like to be a Marching Lion, and answer any questions that you may have.
Important Upcoming Marching Lions Dates
March
7th Friday- Drum Major conducting auditions
18th Tuesday- 6:30 PM New student interest meeting
24th Monday Pick up percussion audition materials from the band room.
April
28th Monday- 3:30-5:30 PM Music read through
6:00 PM Mandatory student and parent meeting.
May
1st Thursday- 3:30-5:30- Music rehearsal
Summer camps
July 14-17- 6-9 PM
July 21-25 1-9 PM
ALL THINGS THEATRE
**NEW** ACT (Association of Christian Thespians)
Trinity Christian School has the honor of hosting a new club here in Coweta County, bringing together students who are passionate about both theatre and their faith. The Association of Christian Thespians, or ACT, was founded by MJ Poling, a Junior and active member of Troupe 8184 here at TCS, with the vision of creating a space where Christian thespians can connect, grow, and worship together. "If someone were to ask me to sum up who I am in two words, my response would be simple: theater and Jesus," MJ shared in her invitation to others. "As an actor and a Christian, I have always wrestled with what it looks like to join these two parts of my life. How can I make theater a part of my faith journey? How does my faith affect how I approach theater and performance?" Through conversations with her peers, MJ realized that others shared the same longing, leading to the birth of ACT.
Our first and inaugural meeting for ACT took place this past week on March 6th, with 13 students from three local schools—Trinity Christian, Whitewater, and Northgate. The topic for the evening was offering ourselves as living sacrifices, reminding students of their purpose both as performers and as followers of Christ. "Do what you do to the best of your ability – that is worship to the Lord," MJ encouraged the group, emphasizing the idea that excellence in theatre can be a form of worship when done with the right heart. She also challenged them to rethink where their worth comes from, stating, "You're not waiting for the applause from people anymore – that is not where your worth comes from. God's applause is all we should look for."
Looking ahead, ACT is excited to continue providing a space for Christian thespians to meet, worship, and learn together. The next meeting will take place in April, where more topics on faith and theatre will be explored through discussions, worship, and messages from both students and guest speakers. ACT is more than just a club; it's a community where students can bond over their shared love for theatre and Jesus, strengthening their faith and their craft together.
If you feel led to support this growing club or have more questions, please reach out to Lizzie Perez at lizzie.perez@tcslions.org.
Jr. Thespian Day!
Our Jr. Thespian Day will take place on Saturday, March 29th, from 1:00pm-9:30pm. Come attend theatre workshops hosted by the HS Thespian Troupe 8184 and attend a live showing of Freaky Friday the Musical, by Newnan High School. Open to any 6th-8th grader. Click the link below to register! 🎭
Drama Club is back in full swing! This semester, we have expanded our programming to offer unique experiences for our 1st-3rd graders and 3rd-5th graders! While capacity has been met, save the date to attend the shows at the end of our semester!
1st-3rd Grade: One show only on Tuesday, April 15th at 6pm
3rd-5th Grade: Four performances of ALADDIN JR. from May 1st-3rd
Email stacee.adams@tcslions.org for more info!
Join us this summer during our theatre summer camps!
Save the date and email lizzie.perez@tcslions.org with any questions!
NEW PATRONS PROGRAM
MUSIC ARTS ACADEMY
To enhance the Performing Arts experience at Trinity Christian School, we offer the opportunity for private instruction, with a growing number of vocal and instrumental options. Our programs offer instruction at various levels to include those who are newly discovering their musical talents, as well as those who have been refining their art for years. Interested in private instruction? This is the place for you!
Here is a list of our current instructors. Click here for INSTRUCTOR BIOS and more information.
Stacee Adams - Piano, Voice - staceeadams@gmail.com
Nien-hwa Chin - Cello, Piano - nzc102@gmail.com
Jason Christian - Guitar - thebirdsongstudios@gmail.com
Meagan Dixon - Clarinet, Voice - meaganschlabach@gmail.com
Monica Lee - Voice, Piano - monicalee396@gmail.com
Sharissa Manwaring - Violin - sharissa.manwaring@tcslions.org
Bill Melton - Low Brass - bill.melton@tcslions.org
Katie Palmer - Trumpet - katierollspalmer@gmail.com
Natalie Pinson - Violin - natalie.king@tcslions.org
Caleb Ramirez - Piano - calram21@gmail.com
Cathy Settle - Piano, Voice - cathy.settle@tcslions.org
Frank van der Merwe - Guitar, Drum Set, Bass Guitar, Rock Vocals - fvdm92@gmail.com
Elisabeth Veal - Harp - northgaharpist@gmail.com
Nathanael Woodruff - Guitar, Piano - grassfedpower3@gmail.com
For information regarding private music lessons, please contact one of the above instructors or visit https://tcslions.org/arts-academy.
To register, please contact performingarts@tcslions.org. All private music lessons are taught on the TCS campus, and are scheduled on an individual basis. We can’t wait to get you started!!
INSTRUMENT REPAIR
We use Big Note Music for on site repair of many of our musical instruments. If you have an instrument that needs repair as the school year begins, this may be a great option for you. The process works with you filling out an online form, pre-paying for the repair, and then they come for a scheduled repair session right on our Trinity campus. Your student wouldn’t be away from their instrument except when it’s on the repair table. This convenient option has worked for us for a few years now. Simply fill out the online form and let us know that a repair has been scheduled.
Online Link to Schedule a Repair: https://bignotemusic.com/product/schedule-repair/