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Starkid Promises! Promises!

It’s Turkey Lurkey time! Enjoy this Thanksgiving special of Promises! Promises! The only show I could find with even a little bit of a Thanksgiving connection. I know there is not a big audience for this show on Tumblr, but I hope those here how do know the show enjot this dreamcast!

1. Jon Matteson as Chuck Baxter 2. Britney Coleman as Fran Kubelik 3. Dylan Saunders as J.D. Sheldrake 4. Nick Gage as Dr. Dreyfuss 5. Jaime Lyn Beatty as Marge MacDougall 6. AJ Holmes as Mr. Dobitch 7. Corey Dorris as Mike Kirkeby 8. Jeff Blim as Mr. Eichelberger 9. Joe Walker as Jesse Vanderhof 10. Tyler Brunsman as Lum Ding Waiter/Orchestra Voice 11. Bryce Charles as Barbara/Orchestra Voice 12. Denise Donovan as Miss Olson/Orchestra Voice 13. Mariah Rose Faith as Sharon/Orchestra Voice 14. Ali Gordon as Kathy/Orchestra Voice 15. Brian Holden as New Young Executive/Night Watchman/Orchestra Voice 16. Lauren Lopez as Ginger/Lum Ding Hostess/Miss Della Hoya/Orchestra Voice 17. Curt Mega as Eddie Roth/Orchestra Voice 18. Alle-Faye Monka as Helen Sheldrake/Miss Kreplinski/Orchestra Voice 19. Joey Richter as Company Doctor/Karl Kubelik/Orchestra Voice 20. Meredith Stepien as Patsy/Orchestra Voice 21. Sango Tajima as Miss Wong/Vivien/Orchestra Voice 22. James Tolbert as Eugene/Orchestra Voice 23. Kim Whalen as Miss Polansky/Nurse/Sylvia Gilhooley/Orchestra Voice

Swings: Julia Albain, Joe Moses, Brian Rosenthal, Rachael Soglin

Understudies: Julia Albain (Kathy, Ginger/Lum Ding Hostess/Miss Della Hoya, Helen Sheldrake/Miss Kreplinski), Tyler Brunsman (Chuck Baxter, Mike Kirkeby, Jesse Vanderhof), Ali Gordon (Fran Kubelik), Brian Holden (Mr. Dobitch, Jesse Vanderhof), Alle-Faye Monka (Miss Olsen, Miss Polansky/Nurse/Sylvia Gilhooley), Joe Moses (Dr. Dreyfuss, Mike Kirkeby, Mr. Eichelberger, New Young Executive/Night Watchman), Joey Richter (J.D. Sheldrake, Mr. Dobitch, Mr. Eichelberger), Brian Rosenthal (Chuck Baxter, Lum Ding Waiter, Eddie Roth, Company Doctor/Karl Kubelik, Eugene), Rachael Soglin (Barbara, Sharon, Patsy, Miss Wong/Vivien), Meredith Stepien (Marge MacDougall), Joe Walker (J.D. Sheldrake, Dr. Dreyfuss), Kim Whalen (Fran Kubelik, Marge MacDougall)

Make sure to leave any show suggestions or any questions on my casting choices so I can explain them.  

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Body by SYML from the In My Body EP - Directed by: Gavin Michael Booth

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[Music] Altogether Good - Anchor Hymns

Anchor Hymns release their third single, a version of ‘Altogether Good’ sung by Paul Baloche and UK worship leader Lucy Grimble. Originally written by Zach Bolen and Brian Eichelberger from the band Citizens, the song has an overall soothing feel which Paul and Lucy carry effortlessly. Anchor Hymns’ new single is filled with reminders of the Lord’s nature in the face of personal and global questioning and hardship. “There’s a gentleness and beauty to this song which really makes the power of its lyrics so easy to take in. It’s not forceful in presenting truth but it also doesn’t compromise on the message,” Lucy says. ‘Altogether Good’ points to God’s presence in our weakness, our hiding, our joys and griefs all at once. Paul Baloche sings this song off the back of losing two close relatives to cancer, “in the battle it can feel like you’re all alone,” he says, “though we didn’t see the outcome that we prayed for, we were reassured many times by his presence in the midst of suffering.” ‘Altogether Good’ encourages us to continually trust and come back to God’s loving presence in all honesty, as Paul concludes: “Acknowledging our doubts or disappointments to God is part of any healthy relationship.” Anchor Hymns is the latest Integrity Music multi-artist project which is starting by reaching into the past with initial releases that will cover some of Integrity’s most iconic songs and reframe them in a modern way. “Altogether Good” is available now. https://youtu.be/-JR3UYhhI9k Read the full article

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“Wake up to comfort Receive, the mercy of dawn Witness the wonder Of peace, the warmth of His love Heaven is in our sights Beauty beyond the skies Heaven is in our sights, look up Heaven is in our eyes Sure as the morning light Heaven is in our eyes, look up” - Brian Eichelberger / Zach Bolen https://www.instagram.com/p/CbnmmRaJXwc/?utm_medium=tumblr

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July 03 in Music History

1550 Birth of composer Jakob Handl.

1814 Birth of composer Janis Cimze.

1816 FP of Carafa's "Gabriella di Vergy" Naples.

1819 Birth of composer Louis Theodore Gouvy.

1836 Death of English soprano Cecilia Davies. 

1842 Death of Italian soprano Matilde Palazzesi. 

1846 Birth of Russian composer Achilles Alferaky in Ukraine.  1848 Birth of American music publisher Theodore Presser of Philadelphia. Also published The Etude magazine.

1850 Birth of composer Alfredo Kiel.

1852 Birth of Hungarian-American pianist Rafael Joseffy.  1854 Birth of Czech composer and conductor Leoš Janáček in Hukvaldy.  1860 Birth of Scottish composer William Wallace.

1860 Birth of bass Wilhelm Hesch in Labsky Tynec. 

1861 Birth of German tenor Oskar Feuge in Reudnita. 

1862 Birth of composer Friedrich Ernst Koch.

1871 Birth of Basque composer Vicente Arregui Garay.

1873 Death of Italian tenor Josef Poniatowski. 

1874 Death of German pianist and composer Franz Bendel in Berlin.

1879 Birth of French composer Philippe Gaubert. 

1880 Birth of composer Carl Schuricht.

1881 Death of Italian baritone Achille De Bassini. 

1885 Birth of Swedish baritone Carl Richter in Stockholm. 

1890 Birth of Austrian bass Jossef Manowarda.

1892 Birth of composer Wilhelm Rettich.

1894 Birth of Italian soprano Bianca Scacciati in Faenza. 

1895 Birth of Russian bass Mark Reizen in Moscow. 

1895 Birth of composer Oles' Semyonovich Chishko

1899 Birth of composer Klimenty Arkad'yevich Korchmaryov.

1899 Birth of composer Otto Reinhold.

1901 Birth of American composer Ruth Crawford Seeger.

1907 Birth of German composer Romeo Maximilian Eugene Ludwig Gutsche.

1907 Birth of Italian soprano Cesarini Valobra. 

1912 Birth of German soprano Elinor Junker-Giesen in Berlin. 

1920 Birth of American composer John Lessard.

1922 Birth of Scottish bass David Ward in Dumbarton, Scotland. 

1923 Birth of American composer Jean Eichelberger Ivey.

1926 Birth of American composer Meyer Kupperman.  1930 Birth of German conductor Carlos Kleiber in Berlin. 

1932 Birth of Italian tenor Tito del Bianco.

1933 Birth of Chilean mezzo-soprano Laura Didier in Santiago Chile. 

1937 Birth of American filmscore composer David Shire.

1939 Birth of German mezzo-soprano Brigitte Fassbaender in Berlin.

1940 Birth of Irish mezzo-soprano Bernadette Tattan Greevy in Dublin. 

1942 Birth of American baritone Thomas Jamerson in New Orleans. 

1944 FP of Robert Wright & George Forest's musical The Song of Norway, with music of Norwegian composer Edward Grieg, in San Francisco. 

1948 Birth of composer Peter Ruzicka.

1959 Birth of American composer Lawrence Dillon.

1957 Birth of German soprano Gabriele Maria Rounge in Hanover.

1960 Birth of soprano Susanna Anselmi.

1961 Death of soprano Edith De Lys. 

1964 FP of Robert Ward's opera, The Lady from Colorado in Center City, CO.

1966 Death of American composer Joseph Deems Taylor, at age 80, in NYC. 

1967 FP of Havergal Brian's Symphony No. 4 Das Siegeslied [1929], in London.

1976 FP of Alan Hovhaness' Violin Concerto Ode to Freedom Yehudi Menuhin and André Kostelanetz conducting, at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA.

1979 Death of French composer Louis Durey in St. Tropez, France. 

1981 Death of tenor John Brooks McCormack.

1998 Death of English romantic composer George Lloyd in London. 2004 FP of Dr. Phillip Smith's War Between the States - Music of the American Civil War and Les Marsden's 'American' Symphony on New and Old Tunes at Yosemite National Park.

2000 Death of American baritone Walter Cassel. 

2006 Death of American mezzo-soprano Lorraine Hunt Lieberson.

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Barcelona

Article by Shawn Forno

Huddled around a table at the Matador in Ballard, I chatted with Brian Eichelberger, Chris Bristol, and Brian Fennel of Barcelona (Rhett Stonelake was studying for finals) about their seemingly effortless rise to the top of the local scene. They talked about their laidback attitude toward success, forming the band, and stealing fans Even though they deny it, I think they chose the Matador as the site for this interview just to keep me distracted with Barcelona/Matador/Spanish puns the whole time. Touché, Barcelona. Touché. Alright guys, I notice that you formed as a group in September 2005, but you played one of your biggest shows ever at the Moore Theater in December that year. How'd you do it? Any band would kill for that kind of launch. Brian F: (laughs) Yeah, it was actually pretty great -- a buddy of mine told me about a song writing contest that KZOK was doing for their Twisted Christmas. I looked into it and found out that all I had to do was send in an mp3. I had some ready to go, so I sent em in, and the station called and told me I was a finalist. It was awesome. They invited 20 or so finalists to the station, and eventually we were chosen. Actually, another band 'technically' won, they were this really good baby Eddie Vedder sounding band, but they were too young to win the contest (you had to be 18) so we sort of stole it from 'em. Chris: We stole from Baby Eddie Vedder (laughs). Was that your biggest show to date? Brian F: Well, the Moore is amazing, and it was our biggest show, but we recently played a sold out show at the Showbox that was just ridiculous. Brian E: Yeah, they were introducing the bands that were gonna play getting everyone pumped up and they were like, "who's excited to see these guys" then loud applause and stuff, then "these guys" more applause, then the MC said, "and who's here to see Barcelona?!" and the place just shook. We were backstage just looking at each other, like what?! Chis: Yeah, it was nuts too, because we sold out the venue. It only fits 1100 people and we had 1189 people there between the three bands. We were thrilled. I also see that you've played at the Viper Room on your first Californian tour. What was playing that venue like? Brian E: It was sweet to play a hallowed place like the Viper for sure. Not to keep listing your successes, but how did you get involved with the Podcast contest, with over 25,000 listeners, that you recently won on iTunes? Brian F: Wait, we won? Yeah, I just found out today. Brian E: Sweet (all laughs). Glad I could be the bearer of good news. Brian F: Yeah seriously, that's awesome. Well, initially we were contacted to be a part of the contest where 12 unsigned bands submitted to a weird TRL style voting song contest on iTunes. We submitted 'Secret Smiles' the first time around and won, then 'Colors' got runner up, then 'Numb' apparently just won again. Chris: That's awesome. Wait, so we're the returning champs like on Jeopardy? (all laughs) How is it that you keep piling success on top of success when you guys are so casual about winning these events that other unsigned bands would kill for? Brian F: Well, we are definitely an unorthodox band, but we put work into it for sure. We've just been afforded such great opportunities-- it's a weird enigma that we're somehow successful in a sea of talented bands. It's all about stealing fans (laughs). How do you feel sources like Myspace, CDBaby, iTunes, and KZOK have helped you guys, especially since you are still unsigned? Brian E: We haven't had a really intense, surgical marketing plan. We just try to take it as it comes. Chris: Yeah, it's like "oh sweet, we have an in here, let's capitalize on it.' Brian E: I mean, the whole dynamic of the band is kind of like that. It all started with Fennel's solo album, "Safety Songs," then us just getting together and realizing that we could add to it. Chris: I remember just sitting around with Rhett and Fennel and saying 'let's be a band.' It was really that simple. Brian F: Brian didn't even play the bass before he joined the band. It started with Rhett mentioning that Brian would 'love to play the bass in a rock band.' He's kind of our freak gimmick (laughs). We're like, look he doesn't even play the bass and he rocks. (all laughs). Yeah, I noticed a xylophone in one of the pics from your Showbox show. Is that what you normally play, Brian? Brian E: It's a glockenspiel actually (smiles). I call it the "Glock." It, and the strings on the album were inspired by Fennel's orchestra background, I played the strings on "Numb." A lot of people play it (the glock) in the studio, but we try to pull it off live. It's part of our deal. Brian F: It's the educational version, with the notes written on the keys (laughs), but seriously, Brian is such a humble musician, but the biggest part of our band and recording process, and its nuts that he's just learning. Speaking of just throwing the band together -- Chris, what other bands have you been involved in? (all laughs) Chris: I've played in a lot of bands. Brian E: I've got his CD in the car (laughs). Brian F: They were called The Ripple Effect. Chris: Not "The" Ripple Effect, just Ripple Effect (Brian and Fennel laugh). Brian F: No, no, on the road trip back from California we had a really celebratory vibe in the van and we listened to all of our old projects. We eventually got around to Ripple Effect and... Chris: We were going for the whole Creed sound. The big old "yawrl." Yawrl? Brian F: Kind of like Lifehouse (laughs). Brian E: Yeah, it's this really throaty forced yell kind of singing Chris: The Yawrl makes the world a better place. Brian F: It's a little southern accent, a lot of rock (laughs) Brian E: We all actually broke out into a Yawrl rendition of songs from the Little Mermaid (in the Yawrl voice) " What do yaaaaaa call ehhhhhmmmmm aaaaahhhhh feeeeet" (all laughs) Chris: Rhett was in a ska band. (all laughs)

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Recap: Spring Members Meeting Gratitude Edition

Submitted by: DC Collaborative Team May 17, 2018

The DC Collaborative convened 75 members at the May 16 Spring Members Meeting: Gratitude Edition at the Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Meyer Auditorium. This is the most exciting meeting of the year where the Collaborative team offers gratitude to members, educators, partners, funders and board members.

Meeting Resources

Agenda

PowerPoint

Feedback Survey

Community Updates

Elizabeth Eder, Head of Education at Freer|Sackler opened the meeting by welcoming everyone to the space. 

Barbara Shepherd, The Kennedy Center, Any Given Child DC

The membership was briefed by Barbara Shepherd of The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on the Any Given Child Washington, DC Collective Impact program followed by an updated from Nathan Dimond of DCPS Arts and David Markey and Anysa Saleh of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities about upcoming grants.

Nathan Diamond, DCPS Arts

To further our gratitude/celebration theme, Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffee, DC Collaborative Executive Director gave an update on the excellent news of Arts Education Policy's approval through the DC Council “Sense of Council Arts and Humanities in Education Resolution of 2018.” Jeanette McCune then provided the DC Collaborative Collective Committee updates, followed by a Membership and Programming Committee update by Tracey Wyton and Rebekka Nickman. The DC Collaborative has seen an increase in membership and programming activity of more than one third! nearly 50,000 students were served through the Arts and Humanities for every student program due to the partnerships with members and the Field-trip Experiences grant through the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.

Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffe, DC Collaborative Executive Director

Blake Rostine, Tracey Wyton, Rebekka Nickman, DC Collaborative

As the meeting host, Jennifer Reifsteck of Freer|Sackler showed a video describing their education programs and highlighted the partnership with the DC Collaborative and discussed how their outreach to DC Public and Public Charter Schools has increased by 500% through their partnership with the DC Collaborative. 

Jennifer Reifsteck, Freer|Sackler

More details regarding each of these updates can be found through the PowerPoint.

DC Collaborative Gratitude

Linda Harper, Nik Apostolides and Susan Rosenbaum of the DC Collaborative Board of Directors along with Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffe, Rebekka Nickman, Blake Rostine, and Tracey Wyton of the DC Collaborative staff gave gratitude to members and partners who went over and beyond this year. 

School Awards

Most Field-trips: Lauren Leister, Creative Minds Public Charter School

Perfect Survey Response Rate: Kalik Booker, Ketcham Elementary; Rachel Heiss, Bunker Hill Elementary; Joanna Lewton, Capital City Public Charter School; Calchita Magee, Neval Thomas Elementary

Most Professional Development Session Registrations: Lucia Schaefer, Bruce Monroe Elementary School

Most Cherry Blossom Art Contest Submissions: W.B. Patterson Elementary School, Lauren Eastlack and Haywood Williams

Teacher Representatives on the Programming Committee: Maurice Douglas, National Collegiate Preparatory Public Charter School; Terry Thomas, Seaton Elementary School; Carolina Clarens, Oyster Adams Elementary School

Terry Thomas, Seaton Elementary and Carolina Clarens, Oyster Adams Bilingual School

Member Awards

Most Collaborative Meetings Attended: Brian Washington, Capitol Hill Arts Workshop

1st Runner Up (Most Collaborative Meetings Attended): Paul Cohn, O Street Museum Foundation

Most AHFES Field-trips Donated: 

Avalon Theatre- Sarah Pokempner

Imagination Stage- Joanne Seeling, James Swindell

Washington Bach Consort- Marc Eisenberg and Janey Moskowitz

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Guest Story Bank Blog Writers: JR Russ, DCAYA and Anthony Setari, DCPS

Speed Dating Series Founder: Jared Shortmeier and Samantha Wyer-Bello, Shakespeare Theatre Company

Pictured (left to right): Sarah Pokempner, Avalon Theatre; Joanne Seelig Lamparter, Imagination Stage; Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffe, DC Collaborative; Brian Washington, Capitol Hill Arts Workshop; James Swindell, Imagination Stage; Anthony Setari, DCPS; JR Russ, DCAYA, Jared Shortmeier, Shakespeare Theatre Company.

Connecting to Curriculum Series

Establishment and Commitment to the “Connecting to Curriculum Series”:

Nathan Diamond, DC Public Schools

Special Achievement in “Connecting to Curriculum” Program: 

Scott Abbott and Donna Phillips, DCPS Social Studies

Raymond Cummings, DCPS English/ Language Arts

Member Awards: 2017-2018 Meeting Panelists

Nik Apostolides

Lenore Blank Kelner

Dan Crane

Sarah Jencks

David Markey

Jeanette McCune

Gregory McGruder

Lorraine Robinson

Joanne Seelig Lamparter

Barbara Stauffer

Ingrid Zimmer

Sylvia Zwi

Member Awards: 2017-2018 Meeting Hosts

Art Museum of the Americas- Organization of American States- Adriana Ospina

Capitol Hill Arts Workshop- Amy Moore and Brian Washington 

Columbia Heights Education Campus- Maria Tukeva

DC Public Library- Carmen Boston

Freer|Sackler- Elizabeth Eder and Jennifer Reifsteck

GALA Hispanic Theatre- Rebecca Medrano and Mauricio Pita

Keegan Theatre- Alexis Hartwick

Shakespeare Theatre Company- Jared Shortmeier and Samantha Wyer-Bello, Shakespeare Theatre Company

Sitar Arts Center- A. Lorraine Robinson, Maureen Dwyer

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History- Barbara Stauffer

Arts for Any Given Child Washington, DC Community Arts Team

Neil Albert— DC Downtown Business Improvement District

Nathan Diamond— DC Public Schools

Akela Dogbe— Moten Elementary School

Kimberly Douglas— THEARC

Sarah Durkee— National Gallery of Art

Kehembe V. Eichelberger— Howard University

Marc Eisenberg— Washington Bach Consort

Rhona Wolfe Friedman— DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities

Addrienne Gayoso— National Museum Women in the Arts

Barbara Harman— Harman Family Foundation and Catalogue for Philanthropy of Greater Washington

Michelle Hoffmann— Washington Performing Arts

Najla Husseni— Office of Family and Public Engagement, DCPS

Sakina Khan— DC Office of Planning

Sherburne Laughlin— American University

Maryann Lombardi— DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment

Chase Maggiano— Washington Chorus

David Markey— DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities

Jeanette McCune— The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Gregory McGruder— National Geographic Society

Fareed Moustoufi— Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting

Laurent Odde— Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Evan Regan-Levine— JBG Smith Corporation

Anne Robinson— DC City Council

Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffe— DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative

JR Russ— DC Alliance of Youth Advocates

Anthony Setari— DC Public Schools

Eric Shaw— DC Office of Planning

Terry Thomas— Seaton Elementary School

Maria Tukeva— Columbia Heights Education Campus

Samantha Wyer-Bello— Shakespeare Theatre Company

Tracey Wyton— DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative

Collective Impact Committee Members

Khendall Beale

Karen O. Brown

Sarah Durkee

Maureen Dwyer

Michelle Edwards

Caryn Fraim

Roberta Gasbarre

Cynthia Gertsen

Monica Lewis

Jeanette McCune*

Caitlin Miller

Sarah Pokempner

JR  Russ

Joanne Seelig Lamparter

Jared Shortmeier

Barbara Stauffer

Christie Walser

Brigitte Winter

Sylvia Zwi

Programming Committee Members

Khendall Beale

Carolina Clarens

Miriam Deaver

Nathan Diamond

Maurice Douglas

Sarah Durkee

Cynthia Gertsen

Jeanette McCune*

Caitlin Miller

Janey Moskowitz

Fareed Mostoufi

Jennifer Reifsteck

Steve Reichlen

Joanne Seelig Lamparter

Carey Stipe Lavallee

James Swindell

Terry Thomas

Arts and Humanities Education Champion and our Fearless Leader

The DC Collaborative also honored Jeanette McCune as our Arts and Humanities Education champion for her 18 years of service with the DC Collaborative.

Jeanette McCune, The Kennedy Center

A huge thanks to the DC Collaborative Board President, Linda Harper as our fearless leader this year and for emceeing the evening and keeping us on schedule.

Another thanks to Nik Apostolides DC Collaborative Board Vice President, for his service this year and adjourning the meeting.

”Sushi and Swag” Reception and Networking Bingo!

Thank you to our fabulous hosts, Freer | Sackler for providing the meeting attendees with a fabulous reception that involved sushi and fun prizes during the networking bingo!

A huge thanks on a wonderful school year from the DC Collaborative team to our members, partners, educators, funders and Board of Directors!

Quick Links

Meeting Agenda

Meeting PowerPoint

Meeting Feedback Survey

DC Collaborative Website

Freer|Sackler Website

Freer|Sackler Video

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Coffeehouse Chronicles #151: Ethyl Eichelberger @LaMama

Coffeehouse Chronicles #151: Ethyl Eichelberger @LaMama

Celebrating the life and work of Ethyl Eichelberger with panelists, live performances and archival materials! Moderated by Miss Joan Marie Moossy  Panelists: Brian Belovitch, Joe E Jeffreys, John Kelly, Lori E Seid, Black Eyed Susan and Mark Russell Performances by: Jennifer Miller with Heather Green | Jeremy Halpern with Auntie Belle.

Coffeehouse Chronicles’ Michal Gamily introduces the event.

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AVENUE Q

January 21, 2007

AVENUE Q is musical conceived by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, who also wrote the music and lyrics. The book was written by Jeff Whitty.  Originally conceived as a television series, the show was developed for the stage at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center in 2002. It opened Off-Broadway in March 2003 and transferred to Broadway in July 2003 (see below).  There were also Las Vegas and West End productions, two national tours, and a variety of international productions.  The show is now available for amateur production and an “Avenue Q: School Edition” is also available.  

The show is an adult musical satire on TV's “Sesame Street” with human and puppet characters interacting on topics affecting modern urban life.  The show is notable in that the puppeteers are in full view of the audience.  

AVENUE Q began performances at Broadway's John Golden Theatre on July 2, 2003 and played a total of 2,534 regular performances and 22 previews.  It was directed by Jason Moore, with choreography by Ken Roberson.  The puppets were conceived by Rob Lyon, with settings by Anna Louizos, costumes by Mirena Rada, and lighting by Howell Binkley.  The original Broadway cast was Jennifer Barnhart (Mrs. T.), Natalie Venitia Belcon (Gary Coleman), Stephanie D'Abruzzo (Kate Monster / Lucy the Slut), Jordan Gelber (Brian), Ann Harada (Christmas Eve), Rick Lyon (Nikcky / Trekkie), and John Tartaglia (Princeton / Rod). The ensemble was Jodi Eichelberger and Peter Linz.   

In January 2007 the cast was: Jennifer Barnhart (Mrs. T.), Haneefah Wood (Gary Coleman), Mary Faber  (Kate Monster / Lucy the Slut), Evan Harrington (Brian), Ann Sanders (Christmas Eve), Robert McClure (Nicky / Trekkie), and Howie Michael Smith (Princeton / Rod). The ensemble was Jonathan Root and Matt Schreiber.

AVENUE Q won three 2004 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. As of this writing the off-Broadway transfer continues to run at New World Stages.  The Broadway run currently ranks 23rd on the list of longest running shows in Broadway history although in June 2017 it will be surpassed by The Book of Mormon.

This show was a field trip with the staff of Paper Mill Playhouse to see our own Jersey boy and Rising Star winner, Rob McClure.  This was not Rob's Broadway debut, that was as understudy for Gilly in the short-lived revival of I'm Not Rappaport starring Judd Hirsch and Ben Vereen.  That production started at Paper Mill and was shepherded to Broadway by the late Roy Miller, who was then cutting his teeth as a Broadway producer.  AVENUE Q was Rob's Broadway Musical debut, however, so he was in his element.  He later returned to Paper Mill a star in Honeymoon in Vegas after lighting up the Great White Way in Chaplin. But that was during my illness and so missed both productions.  He is now on tour with the Something Rotten, which he closed on Broadway.

I grew up on “Sesame Street” and loved the Muppets.  I put on puppet shows in my backyard when I was a kid.  I’m in the barrel in the below 1970 photo.  

I remember going to Channel Lumber to see Gordon and got an autographed photo!  I guess things were tough for Gordon if he was appearing at New Jersey lumber stores, but I remember it well. AVENUE Q was perfect timing and so funny.  It has managed to survive topical references to Gary Coleman (who died in 2010) and George Bush (not dead yet). Speaking of politics, Rob was “Donald Trump” when AVENUE Q staged a mock debate with “Hillary Clinton” (played by Rob's real-life wife Maggie Lakis). The act even got national TV attention!  In light of recent events, I wonder if the lyrics of the song “For Now” will reflect the newly inaugurated president?  

“Don Trump! Is only for now!”  

We can only hope.

AVENUE Q rates 4 Paper Moons out of 5

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The Cage | Filmsupply Originals from Neighborhood Film Co. on Vimeo.

Behind the Scenes: vimeo.com/205217816 Teaser: vimeo.com/205127347 Directing Non-Actors: blog.musicbed.com/articles/directing-non-actors Directing for VFX: blog.filmsupply.com/articles/directing-for-special-effects-on-the-cage License the footage from Filmsupply: flmsp.ly/thcgftg

Written & Directed by: Ricky Staub Executive Producer: Dan Walser Produced by: Jon Applebaum & David Raynor Director of Photography: Minka Farthing Kohl Production Designer: Tim Stevens Associate Producers: Staci Hagenbaugh, Andrew Joffe, Marisa Taylor, Andrew Williams Original Score: Kevin Matley - KevinMatley.com Editor: Ricky Staub Visual Effects Supervisor: Jeremy Fernsler On-Line Conform: Steve Perrong Sound Design: 1-Louder (Dublin) - 1-Louder.com Designers: Jonathan Ware Buster Cottam Color: Company3 Colorist: Jaime O’Bradovich Producer: Tom Gehring Zeke Casting: House Casting NY / Mary Callahan

CAST Zeke: William Lee Zeke’s Mom: Iesha Edwards Zeke’s Father: Michael “OG Law” Tabon Zeke’s Friends: Eric Drummond, Hakim Fairia, Hasheem Lester Miss Margaret: Ms. Margaret Wells Coach: Edwin Gonzalez Man Giving Testimony: Blake Newton Pastor: Mel Wells Mom at Arrest: Faith Jackson Man in Bedroom: Steven Lee Crew Leader: James “Heat” Sloane Jr. Crew: Rafiq Archie, Justin David, Michael Jackson, Khalil Opher, Rojelio Ramos Man in Wheelchair: Barry Sweeney Zeke’s Sister: Jayan Bishop Cops: Kirke Gardner, Sean McCabe, Kelly Lynn Assistant Coaches: Andre Wright, Steve Barnett, Al Pratt

CREW Rigging Supervisor: Tricia McMiniment Script Consultant: Nako Adodoadji 1st Assistant Camera: Gino Varisano, Andy Hensler, Luke Rihl 2nd Assistant Camera: Ryan Baldwin, Darby Irrgang Steadicam Operator: Martin Whittier DIT: Steve Perrong Still Photographer: Scott Toepfer Camera Production Assistant: Rich Bates Sound Mixer: Sean Hoffman Gaffer: Andrew Joffe Best Boy Electric: Zac Kind Rigging Gaffer: Shane Moore Rigging Electrics Will Dejessa, Paul Hinson, Austin Locicero Swing: Zach Van Heel Key Grip: Kevin Gallagher Grip: Mike Fares Key Rigging Grip: Jozef Jozefowski Rigging Grips: Pedro Cunillera, Bill Kirner Swing: Conor O’Mara Location Manager: Staci Haggenbaugh Location Support: Andre Wright, George Winn Stylist: Michele Wilderman Production Accountant: Rachel Courtney Producers Assistant: Anna Pruett Set Decorator: Kate Gaffigan Set Dressers: Katie McGregor, Michael Mizrahi, Bill Willets Greens: Jenn Sanchez Greens Assistant: Chris Raab Art Support: Nic Justice, Pen, Alessandra Nicole, Marquis Sims, Lynnae Stine, Jamie Stratton, Tara Wilkinson Key Production Assistant: Zach Rose Set Production Assistants: Kristopher Chain-Harris, Justin Remer Hoffman, Ryan Unger Set Support: Anastasia Anderson, Matt Canon, Llewellyn Dryfoos, Sasha Klugar, Quynh Le, Karl Leisch, Morgan Perry, Katie Salamon, Levi Sherman, Patrick Smith, Tiyana Smith, Austin Smock, Heather Treston, Noorman Wicaksono, Eurica Yu On-Set VFX Assist: Chris Cerrone, Ian Hartman, Tighe Rzankowskia William Lee Acting Coach: Nako Adodoadji Voice Over Written by: Ricky Staub & Micah Bournes Catering & Craft Service: Taste the Difference Chef: Terri Davis Cooks: Cheryl Fleet-Hopkins, Sue Fields, Martha Taveras Head Security: James A. Sloane Sr. Security Supervisors: Denise Sloane, James A. Sloane, Jr. Security Guards: Jeffrey Barnes, Mark Bassknight, Arjene Carter, Eric Jones, Eric Smith Digital Effects Artist: Jeremy Fernsler, Chris Cerrone, Ian Hartman, Tighe Rzankowski Audio Mix: 1-Louder / LAB-3 Foley: 1-Louder Vocals: Chelsey Matley Cello: Eli Weinberger Violin: Brian Eichelberger Behind the Scenes: Vita Brevis Films Director: Skylar Nielson 1st Camera: Lance Clayton 2nd Camera: Josh Fletcher Splinter Unit BTS: Frank Apollonio

SONG CREDITS “I’m Aktive” Lyrics by Heater Goongang Beats by Sonofike (drizygitbizy” Performed by Heater Goongang

“Scary Sight” Lyrics by Heater Goongang Beats by Sonofike (drizygitbizy” Performed by Heater Goongang

[chrisweatherly]

The Cage from Neighborhood Film Co. on Vimeo.

Gold Young Director award at Cannes Grand Prize at the Heartland Film Festival - 2019 OSCAR QUALIFIER Grand Prize at the New York Shorts International Film Festival Silver for New Director of the Year at the Shots Awards in London

Behind the Scenes: vimeo.com/205217816 Teaser: vimeo.com/205127347 Directing Non-Actors: blog.musicbed.com/articles/directing-non-actors Directing for VFX: blog.filmsupply.com/articles/directing-for-special-effects-on-the-cage License the footage from Filmsupply: flmsp.ly/thcgftg

Written & Directed by: Ricky Staub Executive Producer: Dan Walser Produced by: Jon Applebaum & David Raynor Director of Photography: Minka Farthing Kohl Production Designer: Tim Stevens Associate Producers: Staci Hagenbaugh, Andrew Joffe, Marisa Taylor, Andrew Williams Original Score: Kevin Matley - KevinMatley.com Editor: Ricky Staub Visual Effects Supervisor: Jeremy Fernsler On-Line Conform: Steve Perrong Sound Design: 1-Louder (Dublin) - 1-Louder.com Designers: Jonathan Ware Buster Cottam Color: Company3 Colorist: Jaime O’Bradovich Producer: Tom Gehring Zeke Casting: House Casting NY / Mary Callahan

CAST Zeke: William Lee Zeke’s Mom: Iesha Edwards Zeke’s Father: Michael “OG Law” Tabon Zeke’s Friends: Eric Drummond, Hakim Fairia, Hasheem Lester Miss Margaret: Ms. Margaret Wells Coach: Edwin Gonzalez Man Giving Testimony: Blake Newton Pastor: Mel Wells Mom at Arrest: Faith Jackson Man in Bedroom: Steven Lee Crew Leader: James “Heat” Sloane Jr. Crew: Rafiq Archie, Justin David, Michael Jackson, Khalil Opher, Rojelio Ramos Man in Wheelchair: Barry Sweeney Zeke’s Sister: Jayan Bishop Cops: Kirke Gardner, Sean McCabe, Kelly Lynn Assistant Coaches: Andre Wright, Steve Barnett, Al Pratt

CREW Rigging Supervisor: Tricia McMiniment Script Consultant: Nako Adodoadji 1st Assistant Camera: Gino Varisano, Andy Hensler, Luke Rihl 2nd Assistant Camera: Ryan Baldwin, Darby Irrgang Steadicam Operator: Martin Whittier DIT: Steve Perrong Still Photographer: Scott Toepfer Camera Production Assistant: Rich Bates Sound Mixer: Sean Hoffman Gaffer: Andrew Joffe Best Boy Electric: Zac Kind Rigging Gaffer: Shane Moore Rigging Electrics Will Dejessa, Paul Hinson, Austin Locicero Swing: Zach Van Heel Key Grip: Kevin Gallagher Grip: Mike Fares Key Rigging Grip: Jozef Jozefowski Rigging Grips: Pedro Cunillera, Bill Kirner Swing: Conor O’Mara Location Manager: Staci Haggenbaugh Location Support: Andre Wright, George Winn Stylist: Michele Wilderman Production Accountant: Rachel Courtney Producers Assistant: Anna Pruett Set Decorator: Kate Gaffigan Set Dressers: Katie McGregor, Michael Mizrahi, Bill Willets Greens: Jenn Sanchez Greens Assistant: Chris Raab Art Support: Nic Justice, Pen, Alessandra Nicole, Marquis Sims, Lynnae Stine, Jamie Stratton, Tara Wilkinson Key Production Assistant: Zach Rose Set Production Assistants: Kristopher Chain-Harris, Justin Remer Hoffman, Ryan Unger Set Support: Anastasia Anderson, Matt Canon, Llewellyn Dryfoos, Sasha Klugar, Quynh Le, Karl Leisch, Morgan Perry, Katie Salamon, Levi Sherman, Patrick Smith, Tiyana Smith, Austin Smock, Heather Treston, Noorman Wicaksono, Eurica Yu On-Set VFX Assist: Chris Cerrone, Ian Hartman, Tighe Rzankowskia William Lee Acting Coach: Nako Adodoadji Voice Over Written by: Ricky Staub & Micah Bournes Catering & Craft Service: Taste the Difference Chef: Terri Davis Cooks: Cheryl Fleet-Hopkins, Sue Fields, Martha Taveras Head Security: James A. Sloane Sr. Security Supervisors: Denise Sloane, James A. Sloane, Jr. Security Guards: Jeffrey Barnes, Mark Bassknight, Arjene Carter, Eric Jones, Eric Smith Digital Effects Artist: Jeremy Fernsler, Chris Cerrone, Ian Hartman, Tighe Rzankowski Audio Mix: 1-Louder / LAB-3 Foley: 1-Louder Vocals: Chelsey Matley Cello: Eli Weinberger Violin: Brian Eichelberger Behind the Scenes: Vita Brevis Films Director: Skylar Nielson 1st Camera: Lance Clayton 2nd Camera: Josh Fletcher Splinter Unit BTS: Frank Apollonio

SONG CREDITS “I’m Aktive” Lyrics by Heater Goongang Beats by Sonofike (drizygitbizy” Performed by Heater Goongang

“Scary Sight” Lyrics by Heater Goongang Beats by Sonofike (drizygitbizy” Performed by Heater Goongang

[soylazaro]

The Cage | Filmsupply Originals from Neighborhood Film Co. on Vimeo.

Behind the Scenes: vimeo.com/205217816 Teaser: vimeo.com/205127347 Directing Non-Actors: blog.musicbed.com/articles/directing-non-actors Directing for VFX: blog.filmsupply.com/articles/directing-for-special-effects-on-the-cage License the footage from Filmsupply: flmsp.ly/thcgftg

Written & Directed by: Ricky Staub Executive Producer: Dan Walser Produced by: Jon Applebaum & David Raynor Director of Photography: Minka Farthing Kohl Production Designer: Tim Stevens Associate Producers: Staci Hagenbaugh, Andrew Joffe, Marisa Taylor, Andrew Williams Original Score: Kevin Matley - KevinMatley.com Editor: Ricky Staub Visual Effects Supervisor: Jeremy Fernsler On-Line Conform: Steve Perrong Sound Design: 1-Louder (Dublin) - 1-Louder.com Designers: Jonathan Ware Buster Cottam Color: Company3 Colorist: Jaime O’Bradovich Producer: Tom Gehring Zeke Casting: House Casting NY / Mary Callahan

CAST Zeke: William Lee Zeke’s Mom: Iesha Edwards Zeke’s Father: Michael “OG Law” Tabon Zeke’s Friends: Eric Drummond, Hakim Fairia, Hasheem Lester Miss Margaret: Ms. Margaret Wells Coach: Edwin Gonzalez Man Giving Testimony: Blake Newton Pastor: Mel Wells Mom at Arrest: Faith Jackson Man in Bedroom: Steven Lee Crew Leader: James “Heat” Sloane Jr. Crew: Rafiq Archie, Justin David, Michael Jackson, Khalil Opher, Rojelio Ramos Man in Wheelchair: Barry Sweeney Zeke’s Sister: Jayan Bishop Cops: Kirke Gardner, Sean McCabe, Kelly Lynn Assistant Coaches: Andre Wright, Steve Barnett, Al Pratt

CREW Rigging Supervisor: Tricia McMiniment Script Consultant: Nako Adodoadji 1st Assistant Camera: Gino Varisano, Andy Hensler, Luke Rihl 2nd Assistant Camera: Ryan Baldwin, Darby Irrgang Steadicam Operator: Martin Whittier DIT: Steve Perrong Still Photographer: Scott Toepfer Camera Production Assistant: Rich Bates Sound Mixer: Sean Hoffman Gaffer: Andrew Joffe Best Boy Electric: Zac Kind Rigging Gaffer: Shane Moore Rigging Electrics Will Dejessa, Paul Hinson, Austin Locicero Swing: Zach Van Heel Key Grip: Kevin Gallagher Grip: Mike Fares Key Rigging Grip: Jozef Jozefowski Rigging Grips: Pedro Cunillera, Bill Kirner Swing: Conor O’Mara Location Manager: Staci Haggenbaugh Location Support: Andre Wright, George Winn Stylist: Michele Wilderman Production Accountant: Rachel Courtney Producers Assistant: Anna Pruett Set Decorator: Kate Gaffigan Set Dressers: Katie McGregor, Michael Mizrahi, Bill Willets Greens: Jenn Sanchez Greens Assistant: Chris Raab Art Support: Nic Justice, Pen, Alessandra Nicole, Marquis Sims, Lynnae Stine, Jamie Stratton, Tara Wilkinson Key Production Assistant: Zach Rose Set Production Assistants: Kristopher Chain-Harris, Justin Remer Hoffman, Ryan Unger Set Support: Anastasia Anderson, Matt Canon, Llewellyn Dryfoos, Sasha Klugar, Quynh Le, Karl Leisch, Morgan Perry, Katie Salamon, Levi Sherman, Patrick Smith, Tiyana Smith, Austin Smock, Heather Treston, Noorman Wicaksono, Eurica Yu On-Set VFX Assist: Chris Cerrone, Ian Hartman, Tighe Rzankowskia William Lee Acting Coach: Nako Adodoadji Voice Over Written by: Ricky Staub & Micah Bournes Catering & Craft Service: Taste the Difference Chef: Terri Davis Cooks: Cheryl Fleet-Hopkins, Sue Fields, Martha Taveras Head Security: James A. Sloane Sr. Security Supervisors: Denise Sloane, James A. Sloane, Jr. Security Guards: Jeffrey Barnes, Mark Bassknight, Arjene Carter, Eric Jones, Eric Smith Digital Effects Artist: Jeremy Fernsler, Chris Cerrone, Ian Hartman, Tighe Rzankowski Audio Mix: 1-Louder / LAB-3 Foley: 1-Louder Vocals: Chelsey Matley Cello: Eli Weinberger Violin: Brian Eichelberger Behind the Scenes: Vita Brevis Films Director: Skylar Nielson 1st Camera: Lance Clayton 2nd Camera: Josh Fletcher Splinter Unit BTS: Frank Apollonio

SONG CREDITS “I’m Aktive” Lyrics by Heater Goongang Beats by Sonofike (drizygitbizy” Performed by Heater Goongang

“Scary Sight” Lyrics by Heater Goongang Beats by Sonofike (drizygitbizy” Performed by Heater Goongang

[apostleshop]

Audio CD-Water & The Blood - Kensrue Dustin

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Audio CD-Water & The Blood - Kensrue Dustin

The third solo outing and first full-length long-player from Thrice vocalist, lyricist, and rhythm guitarist Dustin Kensrue to be issued by Mars Hill Music and BEC Recordings, The Water & the Blood also marks the first release for the California native as the Worship Pastor of Mars Hill Church’s Bellevue location. More accessible and less hard-hitting than the sonic blast emitted by pop-punk/screamo-alt-rockers Thrice, the 11-track, Brian Eichelberger-produced The Water & the Blood offers up a mix of styles, from propulsive, King of Leon-inspired Southern rock to folksy and engaging CCM pop in the vein of Newsboys and Casting Crowns

Extended Catalog Item

By: Kensrue Dustin Publisher:  New Day Christian Distributors

ISBN: 110158 ISBN-13:  CPC: Praise and Worship

Weight: 0.1 Item: ANC110158

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[acguthrie]

“What I once desired for Is not what I desire more Heart of stone turned into flesh Love, joy, peace taking over the mess It's all I'm wanting day by day.” - Brian Eichelberger https://www.instagram.com/p/CTnCBE8rq8d/?utm_medium=tumblr

[mmadnanl-blog]

#Repost @bigmarcel24 with @repostapp ・・・ ***Fight Announcement*** Omari Akhmedov vs. Abdul Razak Alhassan UFN 109 in Stockholm, Zweden. (Mei. 28, 2017). Ericsson Globe. Welterweight Fight (170 lbs) Omari ‘’Wolverine’’ Akhmedov Record : 16-4 (UFC 4-3) Geb.Datum : 12 Oktober 1987. Land : Rusland. Twitter : @Omari_Akhmedov UFC Ranking : - Gym : American Top Team. Notable Wins : Hernani Perpetuo, Kyle Noke & Brian Ebersole. UFC Titels : Geen. Bonus : 2x Gevecht vd. Avond. Abdul Razak ‘’Judo Thunder’’ Alhassan Record : 7-0 (UFC 1-0) Geb.Datum : 11 Augustus 1985. Land : USA & Ghana. Twitter : @JudoRazak UFC Ranking : - Gym : Team Takedown. Notable Wins : Jos Eichelberger, Charlie Ward & Bryce Shepard-Mejia. UFC Titels : Geen. Bonus : 1x Prestatie vd. Avond.