Sunday, July 24, 2016

Freefall Stage Tom Sawyer Auditions


*Email info@freefallstage.com for audition locations and audition form.


Auditions for "Tom Sawyer" 



Casting for:
Mark Twain  - 
His folksy, comical commentary is presented with a serious demeanor. Steps in as Defense Attorney. Age 50+ grey or white hair, goatee

Other Adult Roles:
Aunt Polly,Toms Aunt and guardian 30's+
Doc Robinson - local doctor / Judge Thatcher-Becky's father-
Injun Joe bad dude and trouble maker
Muff Potter - A hapless drunk and friend of Injun Joe
Mr. Dobbins The schoolmaster
Mrs. Thatcher, Becky's mother/Widow Douglas, age 30+ A kindhearted, pious lady whom the children recognize as a friend. 
Mrs. Harper -Joe Harper's mother
District Attorney/Mr. Jones (Known as The Welshman),a kind old man.

Child Roles: (ages 7-15)
Huckleberry Finn - son of the town drunk; a juvenile outcast shunned by respectable society and adored by the local boys
Tom Sawyer - a mischievous boy with an active imagination
Becky Thatcher -Judge Thatcher's pretty daughter. 
Joe Harper - Tom's bosom friend
School Children (3 girls and 3-4 boys): Including: Amy (Tom's former love), Jones' sons. A taller boy doubles as the Bailiff
Jim - Huck's companion as he travels down the river
Auditions will be cold read from the script
Monday, July 25th, 6:30 PM in Folsom (email for location)*
Tuesday, July 26th, 6:30 PM in Carmichael 
Wednesday, July 27th callbacks, if needed.

Performances will be Friday and Saturday, Sept 9 and 10 @ the Village Green Amphitheater in Rancho Cordova 
(We are looking for another venue for the weekend after)

*Email info@freefallstage.com for audition locations and audition form.

freefallstage.com 916-207-5606 "Theatre of Excellence, Quality and Integrity"




FreeFall Stage, P.O. Box 1584, Folsom, CA 95763


Inspire Learning Academy Book Discussion Class

I want to invite you to join me this fall at Inspire Learning Academy on Dairy Rd. in Auburn. 
I am leading a Book Discussion class for 10 - 14 year olds (+-), on Thursdays 2:30-3:30 pm.  

$150
As we analyze character traits and moral values, students will facilitate classroom discussions within their rotating roles such as Illustrator, Minor Character, Setting, Internal Conflict, Point of View, Summarizer, Investigator, and Character Critic. 

Homework will include light chapter reading, and answering written comprehension and thought-provoking questions, a few character and vocabulary words, and using forms as preparation to speak as part of their chosen rotating role.

A short quiz will be given upon the completion of our reading, and the class will choose one of the book's characters to put on trial during our last session. This is NOT a trial focusing on proper courtroom procedure, but is based on the book's content, the characters, and moral values. It may be necessary for students to do a little research to understand their role of Prosecutor, Defending Attorney, or Judge.

You can see the class details, and learn more about Sir Malcolm and the Missing Prince, by Lamplighter Publishing at http://inspirelearningacademy.com/courses/course-details/?CourseID=5359.

From the publisher's website: Young Prince Hubert is incorrigible, unmanageable, and tiresomely demanding. What is the good King to do? How will his selfish Prince ever learn to rule the kingdom well? His most trusted friend, Sir Malcolm, has a plan. Prince Hubert is swept away to a land where he is simply known as Hugh, a peasant boy. His silks are replaced with rough work clothes, his castle dwelling with a humble cottage. It is here that Hugh learns valuable life lessons from the widow of the forest.  

A minimum reading level is not a prerequisite, since this book is an excellent family read-aloud for all ages. The publisher recommends it for ages 6-11, but due to vocabulary from the Middle Ages for which the students will be responsible, and the level of homework and discussions, this class is appropriate for older students.

You can use this link to register:
Don't forget to hit the submit button at the bottom of page 7 to complete your form. You will then be directed to the payment page. If you are having trouble submitting your form or completing your payment, please contact reg@inspirelearningacademy.com. Payment plans are available if necessary. 

I hope to see you there!

Michelle Potter

P.S.  Inspire Learning Academy is a homeschool community offering supplemental academic and enrichment classes for families home educating independently or through a charter program.  It is a Christian-led organization, but not all classes are faith-based. It is not affiliated with the new Inspire Charter School. 

California Voice Academy

From another group:

"I have been talking with the awesome owner of the NEW Voice Academy singing program in Roseville and she has kindly agreed to offer a free singing class and information session to our homeschoolers. 

This first class will be a great way to check out their facility, meet the instructor and learn about they great new group classes they are offering homeschoolers. They are a vendor for several charters, and I am sure if yours is not one of them they will work with you to become a vendor. 

These classes are so new that they are not on the website yet, but here is the tentitive schedule, class description and pricing info- 

Weekly Pop Vocal Classes 
Tuesday 2pm-3pm
Thursday 2pm-3pm

Cost: $75/singer (6 minimum, 10 maximum)

This class will be focused on Vocal technique and stage performance. Each class will consist of vocal scales and warm-ups, as well as stage performance on our in-house stage. Singers will also learn microphone technique and basic music theory. Every 8 weeks this class will have a showcase so singers can show friends and family what they have learned! 

Musical Theatre Class:
Wednesday's 1pm-2pm

Cost:$75/singer (6 minimum, 10 maximum)

This class is perfect for kids who love musical theater, or would love to learn the art! This class focuses on acting and musical theater singing, while teaching them how to emote and block a scene on stage! 
It'll be a lot of fun!

All classes will be held at Voice Academy, 214 Douglas Blvd in Roseville CA, 95678. cavoiceacademy.com

for questions or to sign up for classes please contact Sara at Sarandaisy@me.com "


Address214-A Douglas Blvd, Roseville, CA 95678

Registration for BHN 2016-2017 is Open!

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2016/2017 IS NOW ACTIVE!
You may start registering now to be a member of BHN for the upcoming 2016/2017 school year. Follow the link to complete your registration form online, THEN submit payment by check to Toni Vassalo or PayPal.
Once registered, you will be allowed to take part in all of the wonderful activities we have planned for BHN this year. Don't miss out on Field Trips, Mom's Night Out, Dad's Night Out, Encouragement Nights, Service Projects, access to our Closed Facebook Group, Friendship, and Fellowship.
Note: Current members will have access to the closed FB group until October 15th. On October 15th, anyone who has not registered for the upcoming year will be deleted from the FB Group.


Christian Youth Theatre Fall Registration


Fall Registration Is August 1st!!!

FALL REGISTRATION OPENING SOON!!!
SEE FALL CLASS SELECTION AND DESCRIPTIONS BELOW
Plan now to enroll in your favorite class!  Registration opens August 1st along with our new and improved website. Classes begin August 15th!!!


8/7 BHN Vendor Fair and Used Book Fair

Bayside Homeschool Network invites home educators to join us for the 2nd Annual Vendor Fair and Used Book Sale!

Sunday, August 7, 20162:30pm – 5:30pm
Bayside Granite Bay – Suite 140(In the buildings across from the main Bayside Church campus)8303 Sierra College Blvd.Granite Bay
This event brings together quality vendors and home educators interested in classes and resources to enrich their school year.  Don’t miss the opportunity to meet vendors and discuss available classes, costs, and schedules.  
NEW THIS YEAR, USED BOOK SALE!!!Individuals will be on site selling gently used books and homeschool curriculum/materials.

There is no charge to attend this event.  Spread the word and invite any new, veteran, or curious homeschoolers. 
If you have any questions about homeschooling or this event, please email Marisa Chaffey at baysidehomeschoolnetwork@gmail.com.

Monterey Bay Aquarium Homeschool Days






2016-17 Home School Days
Online Reservations
Dear Home School Educator:
Thank you for your continued support of the Home School Days program at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. 

Home School Days for the 2016-17 school year will be offered on the following dates:
  • Monday, November 7, 2016
  • Tuesday, November 8, 2016
  • Monday, December 12, 2016
  • Tuesday, December 13, 2016
  • Monday, January 9, 2017
  • Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Online reservations for Home School Days will open at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, September 14. The reservation link on the Home School Days page will not be available before September 14.
Please note the following before making your reservation:
  • Each home school family must have a confirmed reservation for one of the dates listed above to receive free admission.
  • Reservations may have as many as 10 people total with no more than four adults (ages 19 and up) and at least one school-age child (ages 3-18).
  • Children ages 2 and under are free of charge and do not need to be included in your reservation numbers. 
  • Multiple reservations in the same person's or family's names will not be accepted. 
    • If a group of home school families would like to visit on the same date, each family will need to make its own reservation. 
Special note:
  • If you are unable to attend one of the scheduled Home School Days, home school groups of 10 or more school-age children may make a reservation to visit together through our free Field Trips Program. Self-Guided Field Trip reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to the program minimums and maximums. 
  • Visit the Field Trip Reservations page to make your Self-Guided reservation. 
  • Please note that families may only make one Home School Days or one Field Trips reservation per school year. 

Please contact us by e-mail at schoolprograms@mbayaq.org or by phone, toll-free, at (866) 963-9645 if you have any questions about our online reservation process or Home School Days at the Aquarium.


Kind regards,
Education Programs
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Phone: Toll-free (866) 963-9645