Thank you April Laragy!
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
CTK: Thank You Knoxville Museum of Art
Here is some exciting news for the Children's Theatre of Knoxville.
The Knoxville Museum of Art will display April Largagy's orginal painting donated for fund raising for the production of "The Little Prince"!
As soon as the painting arrives we will get it over to KMA and it will remain on display through the last show Sunday, December 20, 2008.
Please visit the KMA to view the painting and place your bid. The bid is starting at $250.00. April Laragy's paintings sell for $3,500 - $5,000.
To enter a bid please email:
Harvey@abacuscreativemanagement.com
or enter your bid (HERE)
Friday, October 24, 2008
Support Children's Theatre of Knoxville - Bid on this original painting
"Little Prince" is an original painting by April Laragy.
Typically her painting sell for $3,500-$5,000.
Please place your bid (HERE).
All proceeds go directly to the Children's Theatre of Knoxville.
Thank you for your support.
Chris Grabenstein, "The Crossroads"
THE CROSSROADS
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Thursday, October 23, 2008
AUDITION: CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF KNOXVILLE, PRODUCTION OF THE "LITTLE PRINCE"
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will be auditioning for roles in the production, The Little Prince, in its new location at the Farragut building in downtown Knoxville. We will be casting two boys ages 8-12, as well as a variety of roles for boys, girls, men and women, of all ages and experience levels October 26th at 3:00 PM, and October 27th at 7:00 PM at Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, in the historic Farragut Building.
Knoxville, Tenn. – Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present their fifth production and last play of the 2008 season, the beloved children’s classic, The Little Prince. Written by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, The Little Prince will be directed by Zack Allen, Executive Director of Children’s Theatre of Knoxville. Just in time for the holidays, The Little Prince will debut at their new home in the second floor ballroom of the historic Farragut Building, 530 S. Gay St., downtown Knoxville, next door to the historic Tennessee Theater.
To audition, actors should come prepared to perform a one-minute monologue and do a cold reading from the script. Auditions will be held October 26th at 3:00 PM, and October 27th at 7:00 PM at Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, in the historic Farragut Building.
The Little Prince was written by a famous French airplane pilot, Antoine de Saint-Exupery, during World War II. It is a well-known children’s spiritual allegory, and is one of the most widely translated French books in literary history.
The Little Prince tells the story of the narrator, an airplane pilot who crashes in the Sahara Desert. Running out of food and water, and worrying over his predicament, the pilot is approached by the little prince, a young boy who asks him to draw him a sheep. The narrator obliges and the two become friends. As the pilot attempts to fix his airplane, the little prince tells his story. Through his tale, the pilot learns that the little prince actually comes from a small planet where he lived all alone with only a beautiful rose for company. In an attempt to cure his loneliness, he left the planet. On his journey, the prince encounters a king, a vain man, a drunkard, a businessman, a lamplighter and a geographer. At the geographer’s suggestion, the little prince visits Earth, but lands in the middle of the desert and cannot find any humans. Instead, he meets a snake who speaks in riddles and hints darkly that its lethal poison can send the little prince back to the heavens if he so wishes. Ignoring him, the little prince befriends a fox who teaches him, among other things, that the important things in life are visible only to the heart.
Zack Allen, Executive Director of Children’s Theater of Knoxville (CTK) said, “CTK is very excited about presenting a dramatic adaptation of this beloved children’s book. The story, which emphasizes themes of tolerance, friendship, and self-discovery, is one that is important for people of all ages. Its themes are especially relevant during the holiday season, when we will be performing the play!”
The Little Prince runs Fridays through Sundays, premiering December 5th and closing December 20th. The show plays each Friday evening at 7 PM, Saturday afternoons at 1PM and 4PM, and Sunday afternoons at 3PM. The Farragut Building is located at 530 S. Gay Street in downtown Knoxville, next to the historic Tennessee Theater.
For reservations, please call 865-599-5284. Reservations are recommended as most shows tend to sell out. Occasionally tickets may be purchased at CTK’s box office 30 minutes before show time.
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About The Children’s Theatre of Knoxville
The Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc. is a non-profit corporation dedicated to producing meaningful theatrical productions for children and families, providing advanced theatrical instruction for children, and serving the community through drama-related outreach programs. CTK accepts charitable donations. Checks should be made to the Children’s Theatre of Knoxville. For more information, call 865-599-5284, visit www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com or email info@childrenstheatreknoxville.com.
The Children’s Theatre of Knoxville was formed in 2007 by Zack Allen, who serves as the corporation’s Executive Director, and by Jenny Ballard, who serves as Artistic Director.
Website: www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com
Blog: http://childrenstheatreknoxville.blogspot.com/
Sponsorship /donations
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc. (CTK) is a newly-formed non-profit 501(c) corporation, operating under Tennessee State Charter #0561570. Donations are tax deductable. Checks should be written and mailed to:
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Po Box 3783 Knoxville, TN 37927
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Abacus Creative Management (www.abacuscreativemanagement.com) provides business, marketing, sales and promotional planning. Contact Harvey Abouelata (865)386-7860.
Auditions, Little Prince, Knoxville Tennessee Theatre, Plays, Children’s Theater, Kids Activities, Acting, Acting Class. Theater Groups, Down Town Knoxville, Entertainment, Performing Arts, Family Entertainment
Knoxville, Tenn. – Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present their fifth production and last play of the 2008 season, the beloved children’s classic, The Little Prince. Written by Antoine de Saint-Exupery, The Little Prince will be directed by Zack Allen, Executive Director of Children’s Theatre of Knoxville. Just in time for the holidays, The Little Prince will debut at their new home in the second floor ballroom of the historic Farragut Building, 530 S. Gay St., downtown Knoxville, next door to the historic Tennessee Theater.
To audition, actors should come prepared to perform a one-minute monologue and do a cold reading from the script. Auditions will be held October 26th at 3:00 PM, and October 27th at 7:00 PM at Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, in the historic Farragut Building.
The Little Prince was written by a famous French airplane pilot, Antoine de Saint-Exupery, during World War II. It is a well-known children’s spiritual allegory, and is one of the most widely translated French books in literary history.
The Little Prince tells the story of the narrator, an airplane pilot who crashes in the Sahara Desert. Running out of food and water, and worrying over his predicament, the pilot is approached by the little prince, a young boy who asks him to draw him a sheep. The narrator obliges and the two become friends. As the pilot attempts to fix his airplane, the little prince tells his story. Through his tale, the pilot learns that the little prince actually comes from a small planet where he lived all alone with only a beautiful rose for company. In an attempt to cure his loneliness, he left the planet. On his journey, the prince encounters a king, a vain man, a drunkard, a businessman, a lamplighter and a geographer. At the geographer’s suggestion, the little prince visits Earth, but lands in the middle of the desert and cannot find any humans. Instead, he meets a snake who speaks in riddles and hints darkly that its lethal poison can send the little prince back to the heavens if he so wishes. Ignoring him, the little prince befriends a fox who teaches him, among other things, that the important things in life are visible only to the heart.
Zack Allen, Executive Director of Children’s Theater of Knoxville (CTK) said, “CTK is very excited about presenting a dramatic adaptation of this beloved children’s book. The story, which emphasizes themes of tolerance, friendship, and self-discovery, is one that is important for people of all ages. Its themes are especially relevant during the holiday season, when we will be performing the play!”
The Little Prince runs Fridays through Sundays, premiering December 5th and closing December 20th. The show plays each Friday evening at 7 PM, Saturday afternoons at 1PM and 4PM, and Sunday afternoons at 3PM. The Farragut Building is located at 530 S. Gay Street in downtown Knoxville, next to the historic Tennessee Theater.
For reservations, please call 865-599-5284. Reservations are recommended as most shows tend to sell out. Occasionally tickets may be purchased at CTK’s box office 30 minutes before show time.
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About The Children’s Theatre of Knoxville
The Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc. is a non-profit corporation dedicated to producing meaningful theatrical productions for children and families, providing advanced theatrical instruction for children, and serving the community through drama-related outreach programs. CTK accepts charitable donations. Checks should be made to the Children’s Theatre of Knoxville. For more information, call 865-599-5284, visit www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com or email info@childrenstheatreknoxville.com.
The Children’s Theatre of Knoxville was formed in 2007 by Zack Allen, who serves as the corporation’s Executive Director, and by Jenny Ballard, who serves as Artistic Director.
Website: www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com
Blog: http://childrenstheatreknoxville.blogspot.com/
Sponsorship /donations
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc. (CTK) is a newly-formed non-profit 501(c) corporation, operating under Tennessee State Charter #0561570. Donations are tax deductable. Checks should be written and mailed to:
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Po Box 3783 Knoxville, TN 37927
###
Abacus Creative Management (www.abacuscreativemanagement.com) provides business, marketing, sales and promotional planning. Contact Harvey Abouelata (865)386-7860.
Auditions, Little Prince, Knoxville Tennessee Theatre, Plays, Children’s Theater, Kids Activities, Acting, Acting Class. Theater Groups, Down Town Knoxville, Entertainment, Performing Arts, Family Entertainment
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Children's Theatre of Knoxville e-NEWS
CHILDREN'S THEATRE OF KNOXVILLE IS MOVING!
CTK has found a beautiful new home for our classes and performances! Our fall term of classes and our upcoming production of "The Little Prince" will take place at our new location in the historic Farragut Building on the corner of Gay Street and Clinch Avenue (530 S. Gay Street) in downtown Knoxville, immediately next door to the Tennessee Theatre. We will have a gorgeous auditorium on the building's second floor (formerly the ballroom of the old Farragut Hotel) without load-bearing poles in the viewing area, as well as a lovely classroom area and a comfortable green room (or actor's lounge) for our performers and their families. The State Street Garage is directly behind the building and is free during all of our performance times! Thanks to Mike Davis of Kailyn Realty Management and Cris Lutz of Community Shares for providing this opportunity for CTK to grow and expand our programming in a safe and lovely setting.
FALL TERM OF IMAGI-STAGE CLASSES START THIS THURSDAY
The fall term of CTK's Imagi-Stage after-school classes are starting this Thursday, October 23. The Imagi-Stage program is a weekly after-school workshop for beginners and veterans, which teaches and reinforces creative dramatics in a practical theatre environment. This means that students will work with CTK Executive Director Zack Allen on an age-appropriate script, delving into creating characters and learning the basics of stage production.
Students will perform the script on the final day of class. This is a five-session class for ages 11 to 15, which will meet from 4 PM to 5:30 PM on October 23, 30, November 6, 13 & 20. The class will meet at our new location at the Farragut Building in downtown Knoxville (530 S. Gay Street). Students should gather with the instructor in the lobby, and the class will take place in our classroom and theatre on the second floor. Cost is $125 per student, payable on the first day of class.
FALL TERM OF MATINEE CLUB CLASSES START THIS SATURDAY
The fall term of the Matinee Club (CTK's Saturday classes in creative dramatics) begins this Saturday at our new location at 530 S. Gay Street. There are two classes for two age groups being offered this term. Please note that both Matinee Club classes are near capacity, and slots are available on a first- registered, first-seated basis.
Our PERFORMANCE BASICS class is for ages 6 to 10. This class, taught by CTK Artistic Director Jenny Ballard, will teach students how to create specific and unique characters, using a myriad of theatre games and exercises designed for fun and learning. Students are instructed in TN Dept. of Education Theatre Learning Standards for elementary grade levels. The class will also take a guided tour of the historic Tennessee Theatre on the first day of class.
The class meets on Saturday mornings from 10 AM to 12 PM for four sessions (October 25, November 8, 15 & 22). Cost for the 8-hour class is $125 per student, payable on the first day of class.
This term's topic for older students (ages 11 through 15) is SOLO ACTING & AUDITIONING. This class is specifically designed to assist the young actor with self-preparation and auditioning technique. Studens will memorize and polish two audition-appropriate monologues which emphasize emotional and physical expression. The class will also take a guided tour of the historic Tennessee Theatre on the first day of class. This class meets on Saturday afternoons from 2 PM to 4 PM for four sessions (October 25, November 8, 15 & 22). Cost for the 8-hour class is $125 per student, payable on the first day of class.
AUDITIONS FOR "THE LITTLE PRINCE"
Children's Theatre of Knoxville will hold auditions for the play "The Little Prince" on Sunday, October 26 at 3 PM and Monday, October 27 at 7 PM at our new location at 530 S. Gay Street (the Farragut Building immediately next door to the Tennessee Theatre). Roles are available for boys and girls, ages 8 to 18, as well as adult actors of all ages. Those planning to audition may prepare a short 1-minute monologue or solo acting piece, if they wish. All auditioners, however, will be asked to read from the script. The play will rehearse Monday through Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons throughout the month of November (with the exception of Thanksgiving weekend) and the first week of December. The performance dates are December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19 & 20.
LITTLE WOMEN WRAP-UP
Our production of "Little Women" was a resounding success. Over 380 people saw the production, and we feel even more would have trekked downtownto see the play if we hadn't performed on two home football Saturdays. The good turnout for "Little Women" put our turnstile count at over 1,000 audience members in 2008, an overwhelming success for a company in its first full year of production. The production was featured on "Live at Five at Four" (with an appearance by Kat Moore (who played Jo March) and director Jenny Ballard) and Alyson Hunt spent 90 minutes live on the set on WVLT's Morning Show, presenting two scenes from the play as well as interviewing Kat Moore ("Jo"), Ashlee Latimer ("Meg"), Rowan Young ("Beth") and Holland Hysmith ("Younger Amy"). Also, the Knoxville News-Sentinel featured a backstage photo of Young and Latimer, along with Carin Lagerberg ("Older Amy") and Marisa Beeler ("Belle"), as well as audio also featuring Sophia Abouelata, on their website as the "Special Moment of the Week." You can view the photo and hear the audio at http://web.knoxnews.com/special/moment/molittlewomen.html .
VISIT OUR BLOGSPOT FOR UPDATED INFORMATION
Want the latest news about CTK? Want to see slideshow pictures from previous productions? Want to write a review of "Little Women" for everyone to read? Visit our blogspot at http://childrenstheatreknoxville.blogspot.com !
CTK has found a beautiful new home for our classes and performances! Our fall term of classes and our upcoming production of "The Little Prince" will take place at our new location in the historic Farragut Building on the corner of Gay Street and Clinch Avenue (530 S. Gay Street) in downtown Knoxville, immediately next door to the Tennessee Theatre. We will have a gorgeous auditorium on the building's second floor (formerly the ballroom of the old Farragut Hotel) without load-bearing poles in the viewing area, as well as a lovely classroom area and a comfortable green room (or actor's lounge) for our performers and their families. The State Street Garage is directly behind the building and is free during all of our performance times! Thanks to Mike Davis of Kailyn Realty Management and Cris Lutz of Community Shares for providing this opportunity for CTK to grow and expand our programming in a safe and lovely setting.
FALL TERM OF IMAGI-STAGE CLASSES START THIS THURSDAY
The fall term of CTK's Imagi-Stage after-school classes are starting this Thursday, October 23. The Imagi-Stage program is a weekly after-school workshop for beginners and veterans, which teaches and reinforces creative dramatics in a practical theatre environment. This means that students will work with CTK Executive Director Zack Allen on an age-appropriate script, delving into creating characters and learning the basics of stage production.
Students will perform the script on the final day of class. This is a five-session class for ages 11 to 15, which will meet from 4 PM to 5:30 PM on October 23, 30, November 6, 13 & 20. The class will meet at our new location at the Farragut Building in downtown Knoxville (530 S. Gay Street). Students should gather with the instructor in the lobby, and the class will take place in our classroom and theatre on the second floor. Cost is $125 per student, payable on the first day of class.
FALL TERM OF MATINEE CLUB CLASSES START THIS SATURDAY
The fall term of the Matinee Club (CTK's Saturday classes in creative dramatics) begins this Saturday at our new location at 530 S. Gay Street. There are two classes for two age groups being offered this term. Please note that both Matinee Club classes are near capacity, and slots are available on a first- registered, first-seated basis.
Our PERFORMANCE BASICS class is for ages 6 to 10. This class, taught by CTK Artistic Director Jenny Ballard, will teach students how to create specific and unique characters, using a myriad of theatre games and exercises designed for fun and learning. Students are instructed in TN Dept. of Education Theatre Learning Standards for elementary grade levels. The class will also take a guided tour of the historic Tennessee Theatre on the first day of class.
The class meets on Saturday mornings from 10 AM to 12 PM for four sessions (October 25, November 8, 15 & 22). Cost for the 8-hour class is $125 per student, payable on the first day of class.
This term's topic for older students (ages 11 through 15) is SOLO ACTING & AUDITIONING. This class is specifically designed to assist the young actor with self-preparation and auditioning technique. Studens will memorize and polish two audition-appropriate monologues which emphasize emotional and physical expression. The class will also take a guided tour of the historic Tennessee Theatre on the first day of class. This class meets on Saturday afternoons from 2 PM to 4 PM for four sessions (October 25, November 8, 15 & 22). Cost for the 8-hour class is $125 per student, payable on the first day of class.
AUDITIONS FOR "THE LITTLE PRINCE"
Children's Theatre of Knoxville will hold auditions for the play "The Little Prince" on Sunday, October 26 at 3 PM and Monday, October 27 at 7 PM at our new location at 530 S. Gay Street (the Farragut Building immediately next door to the Tennessee Theatre). Roles are available for boys and girls, ages 8 to 18, as well as adult actors of all ages. Those planning to audition may prepare a short 1-minute monologue or solo acting piece, if they wish. All auditioners, however, will be asked to read from the script. The play will rehearse Monday through Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons throughout the month of November (with the exception of Thanksgiving weekend) and the first week of December. The performance dates are December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19 & 20.
LITTLE WOMEN WRAP-UP
Our production of "Little Women" was a resounding success. Over 380 people saw the production, and we feel even more would have trekked downtownto see the play if we hadn't performed on two home football Saturdays. The good turnout for "Little Women" put our turnstile count at over 1,000 audience members in 2008, an overwhelming success for a company in its first full year of production. The production was featured on "Live at Five at Four" (with an appearance by Kat Moore (who played Jo March) and director Jenny Ballard) and Alyson Hunt spent 90 minutes live on the set on WVLT's Morning Show, presenting two scenes from the play as well as interviewing Kat Moore ("Jo"), Ashlee Latimer ("Meg"), Rowan Young ("Beth") and Holland Hysmith ("Younger Amy"). Also, the Knoxville News-Sentinel featured a backstage photo of Young and Latimer, along with Carin Lagerberg ("Older Amy") and Marisa Beeler ("Belle"), as well as audio also featuring Sophia Abouelata, on their website as the "Special Moment of the Week." You can view the photo and hear the audio at http://web.knoxnews.com/special/moment/molittlewomen.html .
VISIT OUR BLOGSPOT FOR UPDATED INFORMATION
Want the latest news about CTK? Want to see slideshow pictures from previous productions? Want to write a review of "Little Women" for everyone to read? Visit our blogspot at http://childrenstheatreknoxville.blogspot.com !
Monday, October 20, 2008
"Moments", Saul Young Knoxville News Sentinel
Check out Saul Young's, "Moments" in the Knoxville News Sentinel!
(HERE)
Also, in print in Today's Knoxville News Sentinel Monday's October 20, 2008 Local section.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
CTK , "Little Prince" Poster - April Laragy to Paint
April Laragy of Upstate New York has committed to a painting for our next promotional poster for the production of Antoine de Saint-Exupery's, "Little Prince" directed by Zack Allen!
April's painting have been selling for $3,500 and up depending on the size.
April's painting have been selling for $3,500 and up depending on the size.
If your business would like to be a sponsor for the Children’s Theatre of Knoxville poster a minimum donation of $250.00 will get your logo on the poster and huge thank you! If you would like to purchase the painting at the end of the production of "Little Prince" you can start your bid now. We will be selling the painting to the highest bidder in a silent auction. We will post the current bid on the blog.
For sponsorship information or to place a bid please email:
Harvey@abacuscreativemanagement.com
April Laragy Stein One of upstate New York's favorite artists, April Laragy Stein presents her latest artistic achievements that awaken the imagination. Influenced by Chagall, Matisse and early Kandinsky, April’s watercolor, gouache and acrylic paintings are compelling and rich with fantasy.
For sponsorship information or to place a bid please email:
Harvey@abacuscreativemanagement.com
April Laragy Stein One of upstate New York's favorite artists, April Laragy Stein presents her latest artistic achievements that awaken the imagination. Influenced by Chagall, Matisse and early Kandinsky, April’s watercolor, gouache and acrylic paintings are compelling and rich with fantasy.
See some of her painting (HERE)
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Little Women - Todays Show is Sold out
Thanks so much for the support on Little Women. Our last show is today - and yes it is sold out. Be sure to catch our next production "The Little Prince" December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, and 20th.
If you or someone you know would like to audition please join us on Sunday October 26 at 3:00PM or Monay October 27 @ 7:00PM. The location will be announced at a later dat.
For ticket reservation or audition information please call Zack Allen at (865) 5995284.
Our new theatre in the Farragut building has much more seating capacity!
advanced reservations are always appreciated.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Fall Classes - Children's Theatre of Knoxville
2008 Fall classes being offered by Children's Theatre of Knoxville.
Here is a link to a PDF flyer of the
Saturday, October 4, 2008
TODAY! "Little Women" Presented by the Children's Theatre of Knoxville
“Little Women,” our fourth full-scale production
Presented at The Emporium Center for the Arts in downtown Knoxville
(100 S. Gay Street).
This weekends performances are
Saturday, Oct. 4 at 1 PM and 4 PM
Sunday, Oct. 5, at 3 PM
Please reserve your tickets by calling:
call 865-599-5284
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