 NWSA SUMMER THEATER ACADEMY - AN INVALUABLE TOOL FOR LOW INCOME HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
NWSA ranks among the 49 recipients of a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as part of its Knight Arts Challenge. The $25,000 grant will allow the New World School of the Arts Theater Division to create the Summer Theater Academy, a program designed to help talented, low-income students gain a competitive edge in auditions, through training, for collegiate arts programs. The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation's Knight Arts Challenge funds ideas that help bring South Florida together through the arts.
"New World School of the Arts has done an unparalleled job of educating the artists who are fueling our local arts scene. This program will extend their efforts, and help to level the playing field for aspiring artists to pursue their goals in higher education," said Dennis Scholl, VP/Arts at Knight Foundation.
Designed for high school students who haven't studied in a specialized or arts magnet school, the academy will offer coaching in audition techniques, interviewing skills and in the research and process of applying to colleges, in addition to private vocal and acting coaching. The goal is for each student to depart from the Summer Theater Academy with two monologues and songs that they can confidently use for college auditions.
"There is an unparalleled opportunity through this grant to reach young students in our community who wouldn't normally have this type of opportunity," said Dr. Jeffrey Hodgson, Provost of New World School of the Arts. "We want to shine a light on their talent and let them see the world can be their stage."
|
REVERENCE, SITE-SPECIFIC PERFORMATIVE INSTALLATIONS, OPEN AT CASALIN DURING ART BASEL
Developed and produced by Wet Heat Project, REVERENCE is a site-specific performative installation at the renowned annual one-day gathering in The Yard@Casalin, on the morning of Art Basel Beach opening day. HOTBED 2013 challenges three NWSA-HOTBED alumni, each in the early years of an emerging career, to collaborate with three NWSA BFA seniors - soon to launch their own practice - and challenges them to produce an ephemeral artwork in a prominent art world location during the pinnacle week of the season.
 "Two and a Third"
Sebastian Duncan-Portuondo (HOTBED alum) and Joel Rabadan (BFA 2014) will produce an adaptive, encircling space of filtered light and reflection, which continually welcomes with esteem any visitor for a concise, concerted relation of personal crossroads.
 "Between Light and Matter"
Jessica Laino (HOTBED alum) and Michelle Izquierdo (BFA 2014) will produce life-size yet intimate views respecting the contours of The Yard's central tree, gathering light and shadows to reveal unseen distinctions and sounds. This piece is a reverential observance, interpretation and reiteration of nature's power to command our attention and provoke a response.
 "Boundless"
Chad Cunha (HOTBED alum) and Junli Kato (BFA 2014) will produce a dual-experience, immersive, sensory environment through which all visitors will pass twice. Cloistered by an intuitive architectural sky, an evocative performative tableaux mixes an alternate reality of The Yard with an internal reality of the artist.
Opening Reception: December 5; 10:00 AM - noon
Yard@Casalin
55 NW 30 Street, Wynwood
Free and open to the public
Information at 305-237-3620
|
JUST HEAR THOSE SLEIGH BELLS JINGLING, RINGTING TINGLEING TOO.... IT'S THE NWSA HOLIDAY CONCERT!
As our community gears up to welcome the holiday season with home decorations and frenzied shopping, the NWSA Concert Choir, under the direction of Dr. Albert Clark, diligently prepares to deliver an evening of delightful holiday music and an opportunity for our community to come together and enjoy the season. Joined by the Concert Choir from Southwood Middle School for the Arts, with conductor Deborah Wang Mar, the choir will perform such favorites as John Rutter's Candlelight Carol, Kirby Shaw's great jazz arrangement of Ding Dong! Merrily On High!, the Hebrew farewell song, Shalom Chaverim, the beautiful Austrian carol Still, Still, Still, and the always popular Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson.
December 6; 7:30 PM
Trinity Cathedral
464 NE 16 Street, Miami
General admission $10 / Students and seniors $5
Information at 305-237-7855
|
AN IDEAL HUSBAND IS MADE... NOT BORN
An Ideal Husband, by Oscar Wilde, comments on misdirected youth, the great value western civilization places upon wealth, the truth of human nature and the complexity of human relationships. "More than anything ideal husbands are not born, they are made," explained director James Randolph, about the play that will be presented by NWSA college juniors. "Oscar Wilde's fame came from his work, his infamy from his life. His vitality, wit and humanity lives in the characters he creates. He was tried and convicted for who and what he was, went to prison and eventually died young as many great artists do alone and penniless. However, his works still live and make statements about the state of things, places and people."
December 6; 7:30 PM | December 7; 4:30 PM | December 8; 2:00 PM
New World School of the Arts
Studio #5902
25 NE 2 Street, 8th Floor, downtown Miami
Free and open to the public
Information at 305-237-3541
|
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND INSPIRES US WITH WARM CARIBBEAN FLARE
New World School of the Arts welcomes the holidays with the Olivier-Award winning musical Once on this Island. Under the direction of Stuart Meltzer, this Caribbean-flavored one-act musical by Lynn Ahrens combines the magic of love stories and the art of storytelling to illustrate the ever-present socioeconomic realities of the Caribbean. Presented by NWSA high school seniors and juniors from the music theater program, the musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island, after a car accident. As Ti Moune saves his life and nurses Daniel back to health they fall in love and dream the impossible dream of a life together. When Daniel is returned to his people, the gods who rule the island lead Ti Moune on a quest that tests the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death.
December 6, 7, 13, 14; 7:30 PM
December 8, 15; 2:00 PM
Louise O. Gerrits Theater
25 NE 2 Street, 8th Floor, downtown Miami
General admission is $15. Students and seniors $10
Information at 305-237-3541
|
NEW CHOREOGRAPHY EXPLORES THE HUMAN SPIRIT
The Student Choreographic Performances is the dance department's opportunity to showcase both the choreographic talent of its college students as well as their expressive and accomplished dancing, and demonstrates the originality and individuality of these aspiring young choreographers, in a variety of styles and perspectives. Highlighting the work of eleven dancers, the program includes the inspiring work Journey to Freedom choreographed by NWSA junior Alberto Pena depicting the difficult and dangerous journey his family took travelling from Cuba to America; the eloquent quartet choreographed by junior Christine Flores entitled The Glass Trap (set to a poem of the same title by Sylvia Plath); and a touching duet for two freshmen students, Eric Gil and Rudy Abreu entitled How It Ends. The evening will include a number of other works including powerful and uplifting group works by junior Leon Cobb and sophomore Ruddy Frias.
December 13, 14; 7:30 PM
New World Dance Theater
25 NE 2 Street, 8th Floor, downtown Miami
General admission $5
Information at 305-237-3341
|
HONORING LEGENDAY CUBAN COMPOSER AND WORLD-RENOWNED PIANIST ERNESTO LECUONA
On the 50th anniversary of his death, NWSA will pay homage to legendary Cuban pianist and composer Ernesto Lecuona. The first in the NWSA Latin Music Legends series, the two-day concert is hosted by NWSA dean of music Dr. Milton Rubén Laufer, featuring Soprano Marina De Ratmiroff, pianist Ciro Foderé, and The New World School of the Arts Chamber Orchestra, directed by Brent Mounger.
The performances will feature the complete Suite of Andalucia, presented by Dr. Laufer on piano accompanied by the  NWSA Chamber Orchestra, including Córdoba, Andalucia, Alhambra, Gitanerías, Guadalquivir and the ever-popular Malagueña, which premiered at New York's Roxy Theatre in 1927. Among the other timeless pieces that will be presented are Escucha al Ruiseñor, highlighting Soprano Marina De Ratminoff and Rapsodia Negra, which will be played on two pianos. In addition, Dr. Laufer will be offering short lectures on the compositions presented and will highlight their significance.
December 14; 8:00 PM | December 15; 3:00 PM
Koubek Center Auditorium
2705 SW 3 Street, Miami
General admission $20 / Students and seniors $10 with discount codes (Students: GROUP50 / Seniors: SENIOR)
Information at 305-237-7855
|
ONE-PERSON SHOWS - THE GOOD, THE NAUGHTY, THE WACKY
Fifteen graduating seniors from NWSA's college theater program present One-Person Shows as their BFA Senior Project. Writing, acting and producing their own 20-30 minute piece requires "verve and an abundance of creativity and self-reliance" stated David Kwiat, coordinator of the project at NWSA. Among the 2013 presentations to enjoy is Chasity Hart's Perfect Fit: Skyy has been given the opportunity of a lifetime, but her Lupus has another thing in mind. Will she let Lupus win or be brave and go for it? Miss Lizzie by Shannon Gilroy: Lizzie Borden took an axe and gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father forty-one. Alfie Ramirez brings us Americá: Richie is an American in every sense of the word. America would beg to differ. Blame Society by Kristian Lugo poses the question - What would happen if you were stuck in your own head and didn't know if you had a way out? Anxiety has now taken over Max. Can he fight his fears or stay stuck in limbo? Laura Di Lorenzo will present On the Verge of Extinction: Helena is caught between sticking to her principles and giving into temptation. Is this good girl ready to get naughty? Krystal Valdes: Ladies are Never Fools: Imagine what your life would be like if you married one of the most famous writers in history during the' Roaring Twenties.' Wealth, parties, liquor, and sin: Welcome to the life of Zelda. G-Day by Connie Fernandez explores graduation: A celebration of accomplishments and movement forward in life. If only Mallory could see it that way.
December 19 and December 20:
Program A: 5:00 PM, Thursday | 8:00 PM, Friday
Program B: 8:00 PM, Thursday | 5:00 PM, Friday
January 9 and January 10:
Program C: 5:00 PM, Thursday | 8:00 PM, Friday
Program D: 8:00 PM, Thursday | 5:00 PM, Friday
Louise O. Gerrits Theater
25 NE 2 Street, 8th Floor, downtown Miami
Free and open to the public
Information at 305-237-3541
|
THANK YOU, NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS SUPPORTERS
|
|
|
On November 20, the South Florida community demonstrated its support and steadfast commitment to arts education through generous contributions to New World School of the Arts. Raising nearly $24,000 (prior to the Give Miami Day matching!) NWSA will utilize these new funds to continue fulfilling its vision and mission: "To empower students to become state, national and international leaders in the arts, and challenge them with innovative ideas as they prepare for professional careers in a global community. NWSA provides a comprehensive program of artistic, creative and academic development through a curriculum that reflects the rich multicultural state of Florida." 
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Please take a moment to peruse through our 2013-2014 season Calendar of Events Program and be sure to SAVE THE DATE to enjoy your favorite shows!
CAPTURING THE YEAR
|
25 ANNIVERSARY
 2010-2011 |
NWSA_MIAMI 
newworldschoolofthearts 
NWSA VIDEOS 
|
Jeffrey Hodgson, D.M.A., Provost
Evonne S. Alvarez, H.S. Principal
Mary Lisa Burns, Dean of Dance
Milton R. Laufer, Dean of Music
Patrice Bailey, Dean of Theater
Maggy Cuesta, Dean of Visual Arts
Rita Fidalgo, Administrative Services
Maria M. Flores, Marketing and P.R.
Lourdes Werner, Student Services
Juan Piñera, Information Technology
Rafi Maldonado-Lopez, Development
Sandra Theard, Assistant to Provost
|
|
