Thursday, May 31, 2012

Delightful Designers!

It's a common misconception that all "theatre" people are actors. The fact of the matter is that more men and women make their living in the theatre offstage than on it! These people are a part of the technical side of theatre. We're talking about directors, choreographers, stage managers, set designers, lighting designers, costume designers, makeup designers, backstage run crew, box office personnel, etc. Their contributions to theatre are just as important as any actor's!

Last month, third through fifth graders studied several aspects of theatre design - costume, makeup, set, and advertisement. The then created their own fairy tale and designed a theatre production based on it. The following pictures are some of my favorite products from these classes!

























Enjoying these last few days of the school year!
-Miss King

Sunday, May 27, 2012

Long Time, No Blog!

I have to admit- the last six weeks has really gotten away from me...as far as this blog is concerned! There is a TON I could update about, but here are three very important highlights:

At a very successful Spring Showcase, we premiered the highly anticipated GFAA Flash Mob video!! Watch it here on youtube and please share it with all of your friends on every social media site you can think of! We want the whole world to know about the greatness of Garner Fine Arts Academy!

Our website has a new address...and a facelift! Visit www.gpisd.org/garner from now on to keep up to date with all our events and information. Click under the "Programs" tab to find my little corner of "Theatre/Dance." Be sure to check out the photo galleries and helpful links I've added!

On our new homepage, you can download the audition information for Showstoppers and All Star Dancers. Can you believe showcase just ended and we're already planning for next year?? No rest for the All Stars! Incoming 4th and 5th grade girls that would like to audition for the All Star Dancers must attend a choreography session this Thursday (May 31st) after school as well as small groups tryouts this Saturday morning (June 2nd). More details are available on the website, but as always feel free to email me with any questions!

More updates to come soon!
Loving my job,
Miss King