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March 2010
KidsActing Veteran Talks About His Love of Acting
Eric Meo     Why did you start coming to kidsActing?
      I started at kidsActing when I was in elementary school. 
      I wanted something fun to do in the summer related to
      theater and it seemed perfect. I've made a lot of great
      friends and every show has been an amazing     
      experience. 

 
      Tell us about your most memorable moment
      on stage at kidsActing?

      The death scene in Les Miserables when I played Jean
      ValJean was a beautiful scene.  It made every character 
      on stage feel so connected.  It also seemed to have a
      big impact on the audience.  Lots of people commented
      on it after the show.


      What was your Favorite Show?
Rent, Which I'm playing in now as Mark Cohen.  Its a beautiful show filled with a lot
of passion.

 
Why have you stayed?
I've made a lot of great friends and every show has been an amazing experience.  kidsActing has given me the opportunity to play so many great parts that I never thought I would get to play.  Dede has be a constant provider of amazing support.

Eric, your kidsActing family wants to wish you the best as you move on to college next year.  We will miss you and will always cherish the time that you spent with us.

But wait!  His kidsActing journey doesn't end yet.  Eric is also starring as Daddy Warbucks in our Advanced Class' production of Annie in May and the all-student produced Arsenic and Old Lace here at Center Stage Texas in June.

 KA Stamp of Approval
Free SXSW Concerts
Auditorium Shores on Ladybird Lake
March 18-20
www.sxsw.com
Festival food, arts and craft vendors, and free music with Austin's magnificent skyline as the backdrop. Is there a better way to spend a beautiful March evening?

82nd Annual Kite Festival
Barton Springs
March 14, 10am - 5pm
Hundreds of kites will dance in the sky at the 82nd Annual Zilker Park Kite Festival. It's fun, family-friendly and FREE. Kite flying demonstrations, giant kites, kids activities, rock walls and much more. Delicious food of all kinds will be prepared fresh at the event. Compete with your homemade kite in the free Kite Contest. Vendor sales benefit local non-profits working to break the cycle of child abuse. Come on down to Zilker Park and enjoy Kite Day in Austin.

American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Music
Organized by Experience Music Project
Bob Bullock Museum
Febuary 13- May 9
www.thestoryoftexas.com
American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Music is the first interpretive museum exhibition to tell the story of the profound influence and impact of Latinos in American popular music.

It focuses on five major centers of Latino popular music production in the post-World War II United States, which represent the diversity of Latino Joe Cuba band member dancing with partner at the Palladium, New York City, circa 1955. Courtesy of Johan Kugelberg.music. Each city section draws visitors into the broader histories and cultures that shaped these musicians' contributions through artifacts, hands-on instrument interactive, listening kiosks, films and interpretive text presented in English and Spanish.

Happy Feet
Family Dance Workshop
Bob Bullock Museum
Saturday, March 27,  1-3 p.m.
www.thestoryoftexas.com
Join Dwip Banerjee for an afternoon of happy dancing feet. Parents and kids will find their groove and learn Latin dance moves especially designed for families. Dwip and his dancing partner will perform demonstration dances and then teach everyone to move like a pro!

Harry Potter Party
Center Stage Texas
Saturday March 27, 4-9:30pm
Calling all wizards and witches!  Center Stage Texas hosts a Harry Potter Party.  The evening starts with a Quidditch Match where you can play or cheer your favorite house.  Then, there will be a Hogwarts Feast and treats including Bertie Botts Every Flavor Beans and Butter Beer!   Finally, there will be a screening of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.  Bring your best friends from home and join your best friends at Hogwarts.  Muggles are welcome, but special prizes for those in costume!  Parents are invited but feel free to drop your kids off and have a night out.
(Ages 8+ yrs only please)


At the Ballet
New American Talent/Dance
Stephen Mills' nationally renowned biennial choreographic project New American Talent/Dance returns for the third time in late March, but to its new home at the AustinVentures StudioTheater. Ballet Austin presents three early to mid career dance-makers from across the country as part of the competitive project, but this time you'll enjoy the premieres of these new works in a more intimate and dynamic space.Live audience voting, nationally recognized jurors and up to $20,000 in prize money make this one of the hottest dance experiences in the country.  Bring your phone and text your vote! Recommended for more mature audiences.

Do you have something you would like to add to our calender of events?  Contact Jazmine at 512-905-4392 or email [email protected].
Harry Potter

Its a Party!

All you wizards are invited to join us for a special evening of Harry Potter!
Muggle friends are welcome.  Special prizes for those in costume!
        
4-6pm Quidditch Game (learn to play) all equipment provided
6-7pm Hogwarts Feast including Bertie Botts, Chocolate
          Frogs and Butter Beer!

7-9:30pm Watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Harry and Dumbledore

Center Stage Texas
Saturday, March 27, 4-9:30pm
2826 Real Street
Austin, TX 78722

512-391-1800

  Admission
      $15 at www.centerstagetexas.com
                     $20 at the door. 
                   Ages 8+ only please

                                                                            
All of the proceeds support Center Stage Texas' community outreach program.

Shining Stars in Aladdin!
Ryan Sisters
Ella, 6, can usually be seen tumbling all
over the stage during rehearsals!


"I can do front and back somersaults."
 
Ella entertains the audience in her first kidsActing production with her energetic portrayal of Abou,
the Monkey. 

 Big Sis Victoria, 8,  plays Genie 1.

 "I wanted to be a genie because they have the funniest lines!"

Victoria is a returning student and she helps the newbies like her sister to feel comfortable and confident. 
                  
Thanks Victoria for being a great role model!
The Dysons Remember Robin Hood
Dysons If you ask the Dysons about their favorite show at kidsActing they will tell you without a hesitation Robin Hood.  They enjoyed it so much that they are doing it again this semester at school.  Peter is Robin Hood in their latest endeavor in Sherwood Forest!  The Dysons can also be seen starring in kidsActings production of Treasure Island.

What was your favorite moment at KidsActing?
Katherine: I developed my own comedic moment onstage during Robin Hood.  All
     the Merry men were talking about Robin's enormous ego.  Mary, my character,  
     said, "Eggo?", as I pulled a waffle out of my pocket.  All the other merry Men
     reply, "No, Ego!"  I replied, "Oh.  right."  and would then take a bite of the
     waffle.  It got a big laugh every time!


What have you learned from kidsActing?

Katherine: Jason's a really fun director and I love all the games he plays. 
Peter:
I've learned a lot from Jason about acting. I especially liked learning about stage
          combat!


Contact Information
kidsActing at Center Stage Texas
2826 Real Street
Austin, TX 78722
836-KIDS (5437)
www.kidsactingstudio.com
www.centerstagetexas.com
In This Issue
Calender of Events
Harry Potter Party
Spring Break Camp
KidsActing Presents
Spring Break Camp!
Kinders
Fun-filled camps!  Act, sing, dance, play comedy games, do theatre arts and crafts!
March 15-19
9-4pm  
 
$275   

2 Central Locations
 
Northcross Mall
7-12 yrs
Center Stage Texas 5-9 yrs
                  
Early drop off-up to 1 hr
Late pick up-up to 2 hrs
$5 per 30 minutes. 
Must arrange 1 week prior to start date
Need community
 service hours?
 
Would you like to
be more involved
with the kidsActing community by volunteering?

 
Get info on volunteering
for kidsActing by joining
our kidsActing volunteer e-group [email protected]
kidsActing at
Center Stage Texas presents


The play based on the book by Robert Louis Stevenson

Treasure Island
Treasure Island

Saturday, 4/10  7:30pm
Thursday 4/15  7pm

Featuring players from the advanced acting program, Treasure Island recounts the tale of Jim Hawkins as he narrowly escapes a swarthy bunch of sea dogs, including the infamous Long John Silver, both by land and by sea. 
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If you haven't experienced one of kidsActing's award winning shows now is your chance. Buy a family 4 pack of tickets to our Advanced Class' production of Annie and receive $10 off.
All 4 tickets must be used for the same performance.  Tickets must be purchase by April 15, 2010.
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The
popular Broadway musical based on the comic strip by Harold Gray

Annie
May 1-16
Fridays-Sundays
Showtimes Vary

Featuring actors from kidsActing's advanced musical program, Annie tells the story of a plucky orphan from the  1930's determined to find her parents.  Annie's bright outlook on the bleak times of the Depression era can be mirrored in today's tough times: even though things may look down, "the sun will come out tomorrow".


Special Thanks
Thanks to everyone who came out to Valentines Day Movie Night and the Rent Benefit.  The money raised from these events will support Center Stage Texas' community outreach program.

To find out more information about Center Stage Texas or to make a donation visit www.centerstagetexas.com
or call
512-391-1800


Centers Stage Texas is a 501c-3 non-profit organization
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