April 2009 Article
Happenings...
With the advent of spring, there are many opportunities to experience the world of the arts in our community. First you should acquaint yourself with what will be going on in the Hilliard City School District. There will be many art shows, music concerts, plays, etc.
occurring at all of the schools this season. Make sure you are aware of them all. Many of them are free or very inexpensive. We are so fortunate to have one of the best art and music programs in the state.
Summer Musical
This summer’s annual musical production will be Roger Miller’s “Big River”, the musical
story of the classic “Huckleberry Finn”. Production dates for the musical will be July 10,
11 and 12. Auditions for the show will be held will be held Saturday, May 24 from 10 a.m. - noon
and Sunday, May 25 from 2-4 p.m. at Hilliard Davidson High School in the auditorium. Those who
wish to audition should be prepared to sing a song that shows off their vocal range. Those who
want to try for a speaking role will also be asked to do a cold reading from the script. An
accompanist will be provided. If you have any questions or need further information, please
contact Ken or Robin Brenneman at 527-4407 or by e-mail at kenrob@columbus.rr.com.
Drama Camp
The art’s council will again sponsor a drama camp for students entering grades 1-6 for
the 2009/2010 school year. The camp will be held at the Tripleforce Artistic Studio in
Hilliard, July 27-31. Campers will take part in workshops in both theater and music. The
week will culminate in a performance of a play that the campers will rehearse throughout
the week. Robin Brenneman is the executive directior with Jason Smith, a theater major from
Bowling Green, leading the drama activities and Abby Schwartz, an experienced elementary drama
and music teacher, leading the music workshops. Registration is limited to 40 children. For more
information contact us at the phone number or e-mail address already mentioned.
Concert...
The Arts for Nations Center will present a concert by the Russian virtuoso Val Galaktionov
at the center, also known as Tripleforce Artistic Studio, 3979 Parkway Lane, Hilliard at 7 p.m.
on April 18. This Russian born pianist, organist and composer “creates a stunning portrait in
sound with each of his brilliant and engaging compositions which transport listeners into a
sonic universe that is at times introspective and exhilarating all at once.” Reserved tickets
are $10 - 25 in advance and $2 more at the door. Students and seniors will receive tickets
for a 20% reduction. For tickets or more information call 614-334-0100 between the hours
of 4-8 p.m. Monday thru Friday.