For Don Gill, Music is in his Genes

For 20 years Don Gill has brought the joy of music to Nebraska hosting "Big Band Spotlight" on NET Radio. He discusses music, musicians, and history, presents the old standards, introduces new artists and compositions, and publicizes local events and organizations. This alone is worthy of recognition, but it is not the only thing that Don Gill brings to the community.

Gill has been a volunteer emcee for the annual Lincoln Continentals barbershop show for 34 years, serves as President of the Lincoln Municipal Band Board of Directors where he is an announcer for summer concerts, voluntarily hosts the monthly "Live and Learn" television show in conjunction with Aging Partners, has served as a tour guide for the Lincoln Convention and Visitors Bureau, and has presented his "Golden Days of Radio" historical program to over 20 service and civic organizations.  More...

1. They are languages that all people speak that cut across all barriers and enhance cultural appreciation and awareness.
2. They are symbol systems as important as letters and numbers.
3. They integrate mind, body, and spirit.
4. They provide opportunities for self-expression, bringing the inner world into the outer world of concrete reality.
5. They provide immediate feedback and opportunities for reflection.

Every day art impacts our lives.  Feel confident that your donations help sustain the Lincoln Arts Council and assist all the arts to flourish.  Make a difference today.  Donate online or mail your check to:  Lincoln Arts Council, 920 O St., Lincoln, NE 68508

 
Join the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company (LMBC) as they present their 25th Anniversary production, Snow White, at McDonald Theatre on the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus.  In this classic fairy tale, the beautiful Snow White, while fleeing from the evil Vain Queen, meets the jovial seven dwarves who take her into their home.  When the Vain Queen poisons Snow White with her enchanted apple, only the kiss from a noble prince can save her!

The cast of Snow White is made up of talented, young, local dancers who are selected by audition. The role of Snow White will be danced by Rachel Dowd of Lincoln.  Guest Artist Avram Gold will perform the role of the Prince.  The Artistic Director of the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company's Snow White production is Shari True.

The Lincoln Midwest Ballet's production of Snow White is a unique opportunity for dancers from southeastern Nebraska to be involved in a professional-quality ballet performance, and the classic fairy tale is sure to delight audiences of all ages.  Performances will be held Friday, March 19-Sunday, March 21 at McDonald Theatre on the Nebraska Wesleyan University Campus. Tickets can be purchased by calling 402-467-0065 or by email at snowwhitetickets@gmail.com.



Union College presents the premiere of Mike Mennard's musical comedy That's What Makes Them Pirates!, to be performed at Woods Auditorium on the campus of Union College February 25-April 3, 2010.

Based on Mennard's children's recording, "Pirates Do the Darnedest Things", the play unfolds aboard the Jolly Nostril, the pick of the seven seas. The notorious Captain Rapscallion and crew, searching for adventure, revenge, and sword fights, are beset by the infamous Captain Blake, whom Rapscallion believes killed her husband. Throughout the dancing, avenging, and romancing of the pirates, the audience will be asked to participate in this musical comedy for all ages. Attendees are encouraged to don their piratey best for a costume contest at each performance.

Director Mike Robinson is joined by Dr. Dan Lynn as director of vocal performances, and Mike Mennard as conductor of the live band.  Admission is $8 for adults and $6 for students, children, and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased at www.ThatsWhat MakesThemPirates.com. More...



The power of music brings healing to clients of the Nebraska AIDS Project, by way of a special concert.  Having both inspiration and a cause, the Nebraska AIDS Project will be hosting The Power of Hope: A Tribute to Les Misérables, a compilation of music from the world-renowned musical Les Misérables. All proceeds will go to the Nebraska AIDS Project. Those who do not know the music of Les Misérables are in for a treat, and those who have heard the music before know that it is not easily forgotten.

This event will be held Sunday, March 14 at 6:00 pm at The Unitarian Church of Lincoln at 6300 A Street. The tribute will feature: Phil Heckman, Charles "Chip" Smith, Vince Learned, Don Burt, students from the UNL School of Music, and choreography by Daniel Kubert.

The Nebraska AIDS Project is a non-profit agency serving Nebraska to eliminate the spread of HIV and provides comprehensive services to all people affected by HIV and AIDS. The Nebraska AIDS Project is the sole community-based AIDS service organization in Nebraska, serving the whole state and 11 counties in southwest Iowa and part of eastern Wyoming. Advocates for the Nebraska AIDS Project say without the organization, rural Nebraskans would have nowhere to turn. Come join the Nebraska AIDS Project and help support this important cause!

Phone 402-434-2787