This year, Nicole Ramsey and Kate Schwab are working on an extremely exciting project within Playing for Others for their North Carolina Senior Exit projects. Both of them decided to focus their senior exit topics on art therapy, and because the topic fits in perfectly with the ideology behind Playing for Others, they asked Jen to be their project advisor. For the project, they are co-directing a children’s show, entitled “How to Eat like a Child.” The show is a fun, upbeat musical about the everyday how-to’s of being a kid. The process began with auditions that took place on Friday, November 6th and had an amazing turnout. “We had the opportunity to see some amazing and talented people sing, act, improvise and laugh,” commented co-director Nicole Ramsey. After a whirlwind meeting of casting and constructing a rehearsal schedule, the cast was set. The cast consists of nine members of PFO, as well as a stage manager and assistant stage manager. Kate and Nicole will each be directing one act of the show, and Jen will teach the music and help with choreography. “We are very excited about this group and cannot wait to start the rehearsal process,” said Nicole.
As the Directors began the process, they decided they wanted to donate a portion of the proceeds to a non-profit of their choice. After much research and consideration, both girls met with Katy Murchinson from Arts for Life. Arts For Life is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives and healthcare experiences of children and adolescents battling cancer and other serious illnesses, http://www.aflnc.org. Whether it’s at the clinic while receiving a round of chemotherapy or in the child’s hospital room as they recover from surgery, they are given the opportunity to create visual art with the help of a professional. After hearing extensively about the program and the impact it has, Kate and Nicole both felt as though it was the perfect match for their project. Representatives from Arts For Life will be attending the second performance of “How to Eat Like a Child” to accept the donation.
Both Performances are open to the public and ticket prices will be “Pay What You Can”. The show is appropriate for all ages and enjoyed by children and adults alike.
We hope to see you at the performances!
Performances:
Day: Saturday, December 5th
Time: 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Place: Lake Forest Church
Ticket price: Pay What You Can
