Greater New Braunfels Arts Council

IMPART
January - February - March 2008

2008 Dinner with the ARTs Bonus
You’ll be one of the very first citizens to enjoy the new Kongresshalle! Yep, our new Civic Center is the venue for our annual Dinner with the Arts on Sunday, Jan. 20. Our 28th annual event that features a delicious catered meal, local entertainers, an art display, and fellowship with fellow arts lovers is built around the theme: It’s an Arts World!

• Tickets are available at The Crossing (formerly China-n-Things) and the Chamber of Commerce through January 17th.

• Prices are $22 for general admission, $20 for GNBAC members, and $15 for students.

• Entertainment will revolve around the theme of the arts in different countries of the world.

• Tables of 10 may be reserved, after purchasing tickets, by calling Bonnie Sarkozi at 625-4248.

But first, hum along (with apologies to Disney):
          “… there’s so much that we share,
           that it’s time we’re aware
           it’s an ‘arts’ world after all!”

Pick up those pens for Poetry Contest!
The Greater New Braunfels Arts Council’s 26th annual countywide Poetry Contest begins February 15 and ends March 31.  Here’s a reminder of the rules:

1) You must be a resident of Comal County or New Braunfels or must be attending school in either the NBISD or CISD;
2) You may submit a total of two entries;
3) Each poem must have a minimum of eight lines, and must be contained on one side of one 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper;
4) The poem must be typewritten, without decoration on the page;
5) The poem may be on any subject, in any style except limerick;
6) The poem may not have been previously published or performed publicly;
7) The poet’s name, address, phone number, and grade (if a student) must be typed on the back of the poem only.

The four categories for entry are: fifth and sixth grade, middle school, high school, and adult. Cash prizes and complimentary passes to arts events will be awarded at the GNBAC’s general membership meeting on April 22, when the winners will have the privilege of reading their awarded poetry.

Entries must be postmarked by March 31 and mailed to contest coordinator: Sara Sanderson, 627 Lakeview #118, New Braunfels, TX 78130.


Treat yourself!
Be sure to visit The Crossing (formerly China-n-Things). With a new location, new look, and new name, they still support the local arts scene by selling tickets for many of our events. Stop by 322 W. San Antonio St. (across from Huisache Grill) to peruse their fashions & accessories, gifts, and décor. We do appreciate their helpful staff and admire their lovely new look!

’We see a bright golden haze
on the meadow …
... over at Circle Arts Theatre, where rehearsals have begun of Oklahoma! Plan to surrey on over on opening weekend of the Jan. 31 - March 2 show. Due to the recent Broadway strike, rights to previously scheduled Fiddler on the Roof were revoked. But we know you’ll enjoy this change of plans. Don’t wait till it’s sold out to call 837-6172 for your reservations!

Triple treat for our community!
The American Music Concert, sponsored by the New Braunfels Music Study Club, will feature the N.B. Community Chorale, Comal Community Band, and Hill Country Chorus. Unwrap this gift on Feb. 2, 7 p.m., at First Protestant Church. It’s open to the public. No ticket is required, but early arrival is recommended.

S.T.A.G.E. to present Brooklyn Boy
Brooklyn Boy, written by Donald Margulies and directed by Lou Garza, will be featured at S.T.A.G.E. in Bulverde. A writer with a bestseller novel has a lot to learn in this funny and emotionally rich look at family, friends, and fame.

Auditions for roles for four men and three women are Sunday, Jan. 6. Production dates are Feb. 22, 23, 28, and 29 and March 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9, with a benefit for Bulverde/Spring Branch Community Services, Inc. on Feb. 21. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the optional dinner on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Doors open at 1 p.m. for optional lunch on Sundays. Call 830-438-2339 for information.

Upcoming Brauntex shows
The Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre will present exciting shows during the first three months of the new year.

The Platters will sing their hits from the ’50s and ’60s at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 5.

The Stepcrew will perform at 3 p.m. Feb. 10. This new Celtic-inspired dance production features the world’s top talents in Irish, Ottawa Valley, and modern tap dancing.
Guitarist “Sting” Ray Anthony will rock New Braunfels back to the 1950s as he presents the Ritchie Valens La Bamba Tour at 7:30 p.m. March 1.

Call the theatre box office at 627-0808 for ticket information.
 

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