After three long nights of tech/dress rehearsals and two morning shows for school kids, it was finally opening night. The performers were pumped! I was so excited as well since it was my first show on the directing team. We drove into the parking lot at the theater and -boom- all the lights suddenly … [Read more...] about On Opening Night the Power Went Out, But God Showed Up!
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Seussical the Musical Week is Here!
When we are involved in a musical, it starts to ramp up until it starts to take over our lives. That will be the case this week, especially now that I am on the directing team. Today I have 5 hours to work in assisting moving into the theater. The next 3 nights, we have dress rehearsals, where I'll … [Read more...] about Seussical the Musical Week is Here!
How to Include Public Speaking During Your Homeschool High School Years
This month's Homeschool High School Hop's theme is about Electives. I have chosen to talk about some classes that some people may consider elective, but for us they are essential. I'd love to share with you How to Include Public Speaking During Your Homeschool High School Years. Disclosure: I … [Read more...] about How to Include Public Speaking During Your Homeschool High School Years
“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
My oldest 5 kids are performing in Spotlight Youth Theater's Production of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" this weekend and next. We went to see it this morning, and it's fabulous! So fun and colorful and sweet. I'm so proud of my oldest son who is playing Charlie Brown in the "older" kid … [Read more...] about “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
“The Children of Space” – A Movie my Son is in!
Three times a year my kids participate in a drama, dance, or singing class provided by Spotlight Youth Theater. They have such a variety of classes, and the showcases they put on at the end of each session are such fun! This last session my second son was in a film acting class, and here is his … [Read more...] about “The Children of Space” – A Movie my Son is in!
Family Update: Drama, Speech and Debate
It's pretty obvious by how we spend our time and money that we feel that being a good public speaker is important in our family. Our kids have just spent 3 jam-packed weeks doing drama, as well as a speech and debate tournament. Enjoy the pictures! "Hairspray" presented by Spotlight Youth … [Read more...] about Family Update: Drama, Speech and Debate