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 Broadway star to offer Master Class with Glenbrook Musical cast
Once auditions for the Glenbrook musical are underway, March 1 through 4, Spartan and Titan singers and dancers will be thrust into the ancient love story of a Nubian princess and an Egyptian prince.
This year, they'll have one of the world's top vocal powerhouses lending her wisdom to help them navigate the tale of Aida.
On Monday, March 21, Heather Headley, star of Elton John and Tim Rice's Broadway adaptation of Aida, will offer a unique Master Class opportunity for Glenbrook students. Her presentation for the entire cast will include attending rehearsal, critiquing performances and demonstrating vocal techniques.
"It is a first for us to have someone with this caliber of a background share insights and perform with our actors and actresses," said Chad Davidson, music director.
After touring with Ragtime and originating the role of Nala in Broadway's The Lion King, Headley starred as the titular role in Aida, earning a Tony Award for Best Actress for her pioneering of the character.
One of the benefits of having Headley lead the Master Class, Davidson said, is her ability to offer hands-on, personal tips for developing the musical characters and sharing the emotions and intentions behind the roles.
"Often directors are left to interpret the script and music as they read it on the page. We're fortunate to get to interact with someone who can speak directly to what was intended and tried on Broadway. We are so thrilled to offer this opportunity to our students," he said. "She's stunning, has a generous spirit and is unbelievably talented - an amazing person for our students to learn from."
The collaboration was initiated by Headley's genuine passion for supporting musical theater in education, said Davidson. Headley, who was born in Trinidad and attended Northwestern University, has performed on stages across New York City and London and currently lives in Hinsdale. Her musical career earned her several Grammy Award nominations and wins for Best R&B Gospel Performance and Best Musical Show Album.
"Being exposed to the highest level of talent offers a tremendous learning opportunity," Davidson said. "This Master Class is sure to elevate the quality of our show."
Performances for the 2016 Glenbrook Musical, Aida, will be held at GBN from April 27 through 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sheely Center for Performing Arts. |
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2016 Summer School information
Online registration will close on Thursday, May 12. All registrations after May 12 must be completed in person at the District Office at 3801 W. Lake Avenue, Glenview.
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GBN hosts athletic camps
GBN will be offering summer athletic camps, administered by GBN coaches, for Northbrook students in grades 5 through 12. For more information or to register online, visit the website.
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Updates to school calendar
If no snow days are used prior to Spring Break, school will be closed on the scheduled reserved emergency day on Monday, April 4.
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Bus registration for students
Early-bird student bus registration for the 2016-17 school year begins Monday, April 4. Parents may save up to $150 if registration is completed by Friday, June 3. Register online on the district website.
Please note: Only incoming freshmen will receive bus packets by mail. Bus packets for sophomores, juniors and seniors will be available for printing from the District website or for pick-up in the District Office.
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Nominations open for Distinguished Teacher Award
The Glenbrook North Parents' Association is accepting nomination essays for the 2016 Distinguished Teacher Award. This is an opportunity for students to recognize any faculty member, teacher or guidance counselor, who has been especially creative, helpful, and/or supportive. Students are asked to submit essays by April 5. Process information available on the website.
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TLS basketball team celebrates 25th anniversary
Friday, March 4, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Main Gym
The 25th annual GBN Teaching for Life Skills (TLS) basketball game will be held on Friday, March 4, against Glenbrook South TLS. This event offers students with cognitive and physical disabilities an opportunity to participate in an athletic competition.
In celebration of its 25 anniversary, TLS will offer a series of fun events, including autograph signings with the TLS players and a game day march led by the GBN drumline. The game will feature a National Anthem performance by Chorale, varsity poms and cheerleaders, pep band, Spartan Spirit Squad, a video sportscast and a GBN vs. GBS principal basketball shoot out during half-time. The event is free and the community is welcome and encouraged to attend.
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Booster Club hosts 10th GBN Booster Bash 2016
Saturday, March 5, 7 p.m., Pinstripes, 1150 Willow Road, Northbrook
For their 10th annual spring fundraiser, the GBN Booster Club will host a night of fun. The evening will include food, live and silent auctions, games, prizes, the opportunity to win $5,000 in the Super Raffle drawing and more. Casual Spartan-wear attire is encouraged. Super Raffle and event tickets can both be purchased on the GBN Booster Club website. For more information, contact GBN Booster Bash.
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Spring Jazz Band Concert features music of all styles
Tuesday, March 8, 7:30 p.m., Room E101
This concert, free and open to the public, will feature the Jazz Ensemble and three Jazz Combos under the direction of Rich Chapman. Come hear some great swing, funk and even anime music in an intimate setting.
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Glenbrooks present District Festival of Music
Sunday, March 13, 2:30 and 5 p.m., Chapel of the Divine Word
Each year, the combined choirs of Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South present the Glenbrook Festival of Music. This year, the choirs will hold two concerts at the Chapel of the Divine Word, located at Techny and Waukegan Roads, at 2:30 and 5 p.m. The singers are accompanied by the Glenbrook Sinfonietta and selected Wind Ensemble members. This annual event showcases the talents of more than 450 student musicians and this year, Dr. Steven Demorest, from Northwestern University, will serve as guest conductor.
The cost is $13 for adults and and $7 for children under 12 and tickets may be purchased by contacting Debbie Dean at GBN, 847-509-2444, or Renee Travers at GBS, 847-486-4432. Reserve early; sell-out crowds are expected.
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Orchesis Dance Show: "Strive""
Thursday, March 17 - Saturday, March 19, 7:30 p.m., CPA
GBN Orchesis Dance Company presents this year's show, "Strive." This concert features the work of talented student choreographers and leading, professional guest choreographers Marcus Hardy and Katy Kowalski. The dynamic pieces range in style from hip-hop to ballet and jazz to modern. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the door or by emailing aburns@glenbrook225.org or ehorowitz@glenbrook225.org.
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Reception opens Senior Art Show
Thursday, March 17, 3 to 5 p.m., GBN Library
The GBN Art Department will celebrate the opening of its Senior Art Show with a refreshment reception on Thursday, March 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. The exhibit, running March 17 through March 24, will feature variety of works from senior art students in Ceramics, Photography, Drawing, Painting, Digital Art and Graphic Design classes.
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Glenbrook Junior College Finance Night: "Finding the Fit...Financially speaking"
Tuesday, March 22, 7 p.m., CPA
This event for parents of juniors from Glenbrook North and South will focus on the various aspects of financial aid including cost, process for determining eligibility, scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study.
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Spring Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra Concert celebrates Shakespeare
Wednesday, March 23, 7:30 p.m., CPA
The 36th Annual Spring Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra concert will feature music influenced by the works of William Shakespeare. During the first half of the concert, three winners from the 2016 GSO Concerto Competition will perform, while the second half will feature Prokofiev's "Suite" from Romeo and Juliet, Sibelius' "Suite" from The Tempest, Mendelssohn's "Dance of the Clowns" from A Midsummer Night's Dream, Bernstein's "Mambo" from West Side Story and Dickau's "If Music Be the Food of Love" from Twelfth Night. GSO will be joined by special guests, including GBN Chorale and GBS Master Singers with conductor Martin Sirvatka. The concert will also feature a special collaboration with the Glenbrook North Theatre Department and director Julie Ann Robinson. GSO's concert is one of more than 850 Chicago-based events performing in honor of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death.
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Two Spartans commit to playing football collegiately
As part of National Spring Signing Day, on Wednesday, February 3, two Glenbrook North seniors signed Letters of Intent to continue playing football collegiately.
Their parents, siblings, friends, coaches and teammates joined them for the ceremonious signing.
The athletes are: Patrick Strickland - football - Carroll College Dimitrije Milutinovic - football - St. Xavier University
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Junior earns third at IHSA State competition
At the IHSA State tournament, GBN junior Julia Shelley competed in the final round of Prose Reading and placed third.
"It is an amazing accomplishment to be recognized as one of the top performers in the state and I'm proud of our entire team on a great season," said GBN Speech Team sponsor Sarah Ilie.
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GBN artists selected for special IHSAE showcase
The Illinois High School Art Exhibition will showcase the top work of more than 200 high school artists and this year, five Glenbrook North artists will have their work on display.
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Each month, this section features a piece of student-created work. This month's article is from a January edition of Glenbrook North's student-run newspaper, Torch. A new edition of Torch is distributed approximately every month and can be found in newsstands throughout the school or on its website.
Initiatives focus on inclusivity for students
After mulling over the facilities Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South offer students, Superintendent Mike Riggle saw one aspect not matching the message he wanted District 225 sending to its students and community.
"Our responsibility is to make sure that [students', including transgender students'] school environment is safe, and it's one in which they feel accepted and wanted, in which they feel they can be learning to meet their best potential," Riggle said.
In a step toward creating this environment, Riggle said he pushed for a project to construct private changing stalls closed off with a curtain in the girls and boys locker rooms, aiming to make all students comfortable while changing. A similar initiative for this environment has been taken by seniors Ari Katz and Ilana Schreiber in planning a unisex bathroom at GBN available for students to use.
"[The student body is] in a variety of developmental phases," said Riggle. "Not everyone is in the same place all the time. There could be a variety of reasons why someone says, 'I prefer not to really have to dress in public. I would like some privacy.'"
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Board appoints new member to fill vacancy
On Monday, February 8, the Glenbrook High School District 225 Board of Education approved the appointment of Dr. Sonia Kim to fill the member vacancy left by the resignation of Cindy Wilkas. After taking her oath, Kim immediately began serving the remainder of vacancy, which will expire in the spring of 2017.
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Tickets on sale for "A Night of Glenbrook Theater"
The Glenbrook Foundation will host "A Night of Glenbrook Theater", a dinner theater benefit featuring Elton John & Tim Rice's Aida, on Saturday, April 30, at GBN.
- 5 p.m. Dinner and 7:30 p.m. North/South Musical
- $75 includes dinner, ticket to the musical and a Foundation donation
- Guest Speaker: Catherine Hamilton, GBN 2005, Performer in The Merry Widow at The Lyric Opera of Chicago
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