KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 20 NOVEMBER 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Nov 20 2009
Hello again,
I hope you have all had an amazing week! First up, a reminder that there are NO CLASSES at KPG on Saturday 28 November. The full dress rehearsal prior to the show is in lieu of classes on that day.
PROFESSIONAL ACTORS WORKSHOP SERIES (PAWS): These workshops are now well under way and there is a buzz of excitement in the building! If you happened to miss the media reports surrounding these workshops, here are the links from the TV shows and articles you may have missed.
http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/b/sunrise/34977/twilight-casting-director-search-for-aussie-stars/
http://north-shore-times.whereilive.com.au/news/story/twilight-casting-man-at-a-class-to-get-your-teeth-into/
NEW ANNOUCEMENTS FOR PAWS:
· If you have enrolled in any Bonnie Gillespie workshops, your parents may attend for FREE and join you on the day. We strongly urge all Drama Company students and their parents to take advantage of this offer.
For more information click on the link http://www.performingartstours.com.au/ShowPage/114.html or call us on 9966 5425.
ACTING FOR SCREEN TOUR TO LA: 7 – 26 January 2010, Hollywood, LA for actors aged 10 – 20 years of age. We hope that you all took advantage of meeting Jasmine Graham this last week who will be looking after touring from the US side. Jasmine heads back to LA today and she looks forward to meeting up with you all in January. We are inviting all students enrolled in the January 2010 tour to LA to attend the Gary Zuckerbrod GZ04 Professional Actors Series Workshop this Monday with our compliments. (Please note that you do have to be fully enrolled to qualify). For more information please visit www.performingartstours.com.au or call 9966 5425 to book.
TRIBUTE: Tickets are now for sale and will also be available at the door on. A notice with rehearsal schedules and times was handed to your kids in the past week relating to the dress rehearsal on 22 November at KPG and the final dress rehearsal on 28 November at Monte. Your final notification with everything you need to know for the big day will be handed out this Sunday. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT BOTH REHEARSALS REQUIRE FULL HAIR AND MAKE-UP!
IMPROVCAMP 2010: Registration is now open! Check out the new website on www.bestcampever.com.au to book and get ready for the time of your life! Come find us on Facebook too.
2010 KGP TIMETABLE: For now, the timetable remains as is. We will be making some changes to the RAD ballet days and times and Marg will be adding some new and exciting programmes based on current trends in the US and UK. Please be patient – we are doing our best.
DRAMA COMPANY 2010 AUDITIONS: If you would like to audition for Company for next year, the audition date is Friday 29 January from 4pm. Please email your expression of interest to kpg@aipa.com.au and we will send you the information required for the audition. For more information about Drama Company, please visit our website on www.kickperformancegroup.com.au - go to classes and click on Drama Company.
LOST SHOES: We have some kids in a slight panic before the show as they have lost one dance shoe whilst at KICK! Please check your children’s bags and if you have mistakenly taken someone else’s shoe home, please be kind enough to return this to the office urgently. Thank you!
BALLET LEOTARDS: We have had some requests for purchase of pink and black ballet leotards. If you have some you would like to sell, please speak to the office.
TRINITY EXAM CERTIFICATES: This is a last call to all those who starred in The Big Bad Musical in June. Your Trinity Exam Certificates are here at the KPG office. Please collect them in person as we do not want them to get damaged in the post.
OPEN CLASSES TERM 4: Just a reminder that with all the concerts happening this term, there will be NO open classes or grandparent’s classes this term.
TERM DATES: Please note that the last day of term 4 at KPG is Saturday 12 December (except for Drama Company who will finish after Tribute). KICK will re-open on Saturday 30 January 2010 and enrollments should please take place any time during January or during “enrolment week” being 25, 27, 28 and 29 January 2010. Please feel free to call us to discuss which classes are best suited to your child, particularly if they move into a new age group category.
Nicky J
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 13 NOVEMBER 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Nov 13 2009
Hello again,
Is it just me or has this year flown by? We’re half way through November already! Boy this seems crazy! So much to do in so little time – I am SURE you can relate! Listen up… Marg is in the office ALL weekend and is available to take your calls on 9966 5425 regarding casting workshops for your kids (see PAWS below).
And with just 16 days until TRIBUTE, please ensure that you all have the 22nd of November in your diaries for the big dress rehearsal and please note the times for your child’s attendance at the rehearsal (these times are on the notes handed to the kids this week).
ACTING FOR SCREEN TOUR TO LA: All details have now been finalized and everything is full steam ahead. Marg has secured the opportunity for students to be seen by casting directors at the conclusion of the workshops at Young Actors Space. This is an amazing opportunity and one that we are excited to offer KPG students. We are thrilled to introduce you to Jasmine Graham who arrived today from LA. She is here to finalize all the details for the LA tour and to assist with the Professional Actors Workshop Series. Jasmine runs the LA operations for AIPA and is just wonderful! You have all been very patient with regards to tour arrangements and I am sure you have lots of questions! Jasmine is here for just one week, so if you would like to talk to her or make an appointment to see her, please call us and let’s get you organized! A reminder that the tour takes place 7 – 26 January 2010, Hollywood, LA for actors aged 10 – 20 years of age.
(PAWS) PROFESSIONAL ACTORS WORKSHOP SERIES: Message from Marg… If you have to live on baked beans in November to get to one of these workshops, believe me it will be worth it! Casting directors start arriving next week and I cannot stress how important it is for all KPG students to attend at least one of their classes. Actors with credits cannot get in front of these people and we are bringing them to you! A talent development project like this has never been done before. Parents are always asking me: “What should I do for them? How do I find them an agent?” or “they haven’t auditioned in months, what can we do?” My answer is I am working really hard in the US to promote Australian talent. I am designing KPG classes to reflect industry trends and I am succeeding in bringing VIPs to see our kids. These Casting professionals include Joseph Middleton, casting director of the Twilight series, Legally Blonde, The Bourne Identity and many other notable films; Paul Weber, Head of Casting at MGM Studios; Lisa Beach, whose casting credits include Walk the Line, Role Models, 17 Again and countless other Hollywood films.
The Professional Actors Workshop Series will run from 19th – 30th November 2009 (inclusive) and has been designed for actors who are contemplating a move to LA in the near future or who have a keen interest in the LA industry. The series has been put together by casting professionals for actors. We all recognize that there is a need for a genuine series of workshops so that emerging Australian actors can work with the American decision makers. Actors will get honest feedback about their performance. There are no promises of employment, representation or O1 visas. As any agent of repute knows, if a studio wishes to employ an International actor, they will get the paperwork done. Very few truly talented actors can afford to up and move to LA, even though they may work when they get there. As 2010 is shaping up to be a bumper pilot season, we decided to bring ten of LA’s top casting directors to Australia, so actors can workshop with them, learn and be seen. Booking is open and places are limited. For more information click on the link http://www.performingartstours.com.au/ShowPage/114.html or call us on 9966 5425. Marg will be in the office ALL WEEKEND to take your calls on 9966 5425.
TRIBUTE: Sat 28 November at 4.00pm at Monte Sant’ Angelo College Theatre, 128 Miller Street, North Sydney.
Nicky
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 30 OCTOBER 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Oct 30 2009
Hi to all KPG kids and parents!
And now for something completely different! We have BIG news for serious actors. Read on…
PROFESSIONAL ACTORS WORKSHOP SERIES: This has never been done before anywhere in the world and is an AIPA exclusive! This is the result of Marg’s many visits to the US and we expect to see all serious drama students aged 8+ enrolled in at least one of the workshops.
The Professional Actors Workshop Series will run from 19th – 30th November 2009 (inclusive) and has been designed for actors who are contemplating a move to LA in the near future or who have a keen interest in the LA industry. The series has been put together by casting professionals for actors. We all recognize that there is a need for a genuine series of workshops so that emerging Australian actors can work with the American decision makers. Actors will get honest feedback about their performance. There are no promises of employment, representation or O1 visas. As any agent of repute knows, if a studio wishes to employ an International actor, they will get the paperwork done.
Very few truly talented actors can afford to up and move to LA, even though they may work when they get there. As 2010 is shaping up to be a bumper pilot season, we decided to bring ten of LA’s top casting directors to Australia, so actors can workshop with them, learn and be seen. Booking is open and places are limited. For more information click on the link http://www.performingartstours.com.au/ShowPage/114.html or call us on 9966 5425
ACTING FOR SCREEN TOUR TO LA: 7 – 26 January 2010, Hollywood, LA for actors aged 10 – 20 years of age. Please visit www.performingartstours.com.au for all current information. There are regular updates made to this site regarding various tours so please watch out for updates.
IMPROVCAMP 2010: Registration is now open! Check out the new website on www.bestcampever.com.au and get ready for the time of your life!
DRAMA COMPANY TERM 4: Please note that Drama Company for term 4 will run for 6 weeks only, ending on Saturday 28 November, after TRIBUTE. Your term fees will be calculated accordingly together with your show fee. A reminder that all term and show fees are due at the beginning of term. (If Marg decides to run special Company workshops for the last 2 Saturdays of term, being the 5th and 12th of December we will let you know).
DRAMA COMPANY 2010 AUDITIONS: If you would like to audition for Company for next year, the audition dates are Tuesday 1 December from 6.30pm and Friday 29 January from 4pm. Please email your expression of interest to kpg@aipa.com.au and we will send you the information required for the audition. For more information about Drama Company, please visit our website on www.kickperformancegroup.com.au - go to classes and click on Drama Company.
RAD BALLET EXAM: We would like to wish Laura Quinn and Isabella Shute all the best for their forthcoming RAD ballet exam this Saturday 31 October. We are sure that they will do the school proud! Special thanks to Miss Val and Miss Felicity for coaching the kids for this very important exam.
TERM 4 FEES: A friendly reminder that term 4 fees are now due. Feel free to pay over the phone on 9966 5013. Your show fee for TRIBUTE of $45 (and $30 for every subsequent costume) will be added to your term fees. If your child is NOT going to be in TRIBUTE for some reason, please let us know ASAP as we are currently arranging costume hire. Please do your best to pay your term fees upfront as usual – much appreciated!
SUPPORT KICK KIDS: Jordan Grantham, a high school student at KPG, will be acting in Alien Chooks in Lithgow at the Newtown Theatre from Tuesday to Saturday for the next three weeks. It opened Wednesday 28 October. It’s about alcoholism and how it affects families but still it’s predominantly a comedy. For more info please visit www.alienchooks.com – Go Jordan!
HELLO FROM MISS KHALI: Both parents and kids have been asking how Miss Khali is doing on her BEN 10 tour. So she asked me to say hi to you all and sends the following news to share with your kids: I have one more week of rehearsals then come home to Australia for a week before going to Bangkok to tour. Then we’ll move on to the other Asian countries. This past week I have learnt lots of martial arts and fighting moves, flying on wires and cords in a harness, a bit of stunt work and how to ride a bike! Give everyone my best wishes and tell the kids I will be thinking of them for their shows! Missing everyone lots, Khali.
TRINITY EXAM CERTIFICATES: Just a reminder to all those who starred in The Big Bad Musical in June. Your Trinity Exam Certificates are here at the KPG office. Please collect them in person as we do not want them to get damaged in the post.
VOCAL NIGHT and TALENT NIGHT UPDATE:
All regular morning classes at KPG will take place. The cast call for ALL is 4.45pm sharp on concert day, being Saturday 31 October. Please send your children with water and sufficient non-sticky snacks. Remember that at the cast call, your child is to sign in with their teacher or the stage manager at the foyer of the KPG hall. Please be in costume and ready to go at 4.45pm. For the older kids, please make sure you know when you are on and that any specific instructions have been given to the stage manager. The performance takes place from 5.30-6.30pm at KPG. We suggest that you park either in Merrenburn Avenue or behind the Church in Donnelly Road to avoid being parked in for the night!
TICKET PRICES: $15 for Adult, $8 concession (under 16), Kids 6 and under are free.
DRAMA NIGHT: All regular morning classes at KPG will take place. Please note below the times that your child is required for rehearsal. You may take your children out for a break between the end of the rehearsal and the cast call – but please ensure that you sign them in and out each time. We suggest that you park either in Merrenburn Avenue or behind the Church in Donnelly Road to avoid being parked in for the night!
Creative Kids (Jenn Tuesday class)
Move and Groove (Daisy Friday class)
ALL KICKStarters (Saturday Classes)
Move and Groove (Sami Saturday Class)
Acting Up (Jenn Tuesday class)
Triple Threat / Acting Up ( Jenn Saturday 10.30 – 11.30am class)
Triple Threat / Acting Up (Jenn Saturday 4-5pm class)
Company Red (Saturday class)
Company Yellow (Saturday Class)
Company Pink (Saturday Class)
Company Blue (Saturday Class)
Saturday Improvisation class (Saturday Class)
2: Second CAST CALL: 6.30pm (All Drama Night Cast Members)
1 – You must bring your child to the KPG Office foyer and have their name marked off on the SIGNING IN SHEET (stage manager and teachers will be there to greet you)
2- Say goodbye to your child as they need to go upstairs to the dressing room to get changed. Parents can then go to the box office and collect their tickets and go to the hall annex where they can have refreshments before the show.
TICKET PRICES: $15 for Adult, $8 concession (under 16), Kids 6 and under are free.
TRIBUTE: Our year-end concert happens on Saturday 28 November at 4.00pm (Monte). Please note that EVERY SINGLE CHILD enrolled at KPG is in this performance. The show fee now due is $45 per child which covers costume fees as well. An additional $30 will be payable for every subsequent costume your child requires. We have done our best to match last year’s prices! TICKET PRICES: Adults $31; Concession $21 for under 16s and pensioners; Children under the age of 6 TBA. We will let you know when tickets go on sale – at this stage tickets will be unreserved seating.
Please make a note of these important TRIBUTE dates in your diary:
SINGING COMPULSARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Sunday 22nd November 1-5pm at KPG Hall.
ALL STUDENTS COMPULSARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Sunday 22nd November 2-5pm at KPG Hall.
FOR ALL COMPULSARY DRESS / TECH REHEARSAL / CALL TIME: Saturday 28th of November, 1pm at Monte.
Please note that more detailed times for the younger kids are still to be advised.
Deep breath! Ok – I think that’s it for now! I know these newsletters are bursting at the seams at the moment and it’s a lot to take in – but I’m sure you’ll agree it’s all very relevant and interesting stuff!
Please feel free to give us a call if you have any queries on 9966 5013 or email me at kpg@aipa.com.au – that’s what we’re here for!
Regards,
Nicky Joffe – Administrator
Phone +61 2 9966 5013. Fax +61 2 9966 5014.
Level 2, 8332 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles CA, 90069 USA.
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 23 OCTOBER 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Oct 23 2009
Hi to all KPG kids and parents!
A warm welcome to all our new KPG kids who have joined us this term! Term 4 is well underway and we already have major / final rehearsals starting this Monday 26 October. Please read the details below for all singing and drama / talent night students. There is a FORTUNE of information in this newsletter to assist you in getting your kids ready for the performances - so bring out the diary and make some notes…
VOCAL NIGHT and TALENT NIGHT UPDATE:
There is a full dress rehearsal this Monday 26 October from 6.15 - 8pm in the KPG hall.
Your rehearsal times will run as follows:
6.30pm: Triple Threat (Ben Saturday Class)
6.45pm: KICK Starters Kindy (Danielle Saturday class)
6.55pm: KICK Starters yr 1 (Danielle Saturday class)
7.05pm: KICK Starters yr 2 (Danielle Saturday Class)
7.15pm: On stage musical (Ben Wednesday class)
7.25pm: Be our guest musical theatre (Rowanna (Ro) Wednesday Class)
7.35pm: Triple Threat (Danielle Saturday Class)
7.45pm: Key notes: (Ben Saturday class)
TICKET PRICES: $15 for Adult, $8 concession (under 16) TICKETS SOLD AT DOOR. NO PRE BOOKINGS!
The cast call for ALL is 4.45pm sharp on concert day, being 31 October. Please send your children with water and non-sticky snacks. Remember that at the cast call, your child is to sign in with their teacher or the stage manager at the foyer of the KPG hall. Please be in costume and ready to go at 4.45pm. For the older kids, please make sure you know when you are on and that any specific instructions have been given to the stage manager. The performance takes place from 5.30-6.30pm in the hall and tickets will be sold at the door.
DRAMA NIGHT: All morning classes at KPG will take place. There is a full dress rehearsal for the following drama night kids on Saturday 31 October from 12.45 - 2pm:
Creative Kids (Jenn Tuesday class)
Move and groove (Daisy Friday class)
KICK Starters Kindy (Jenn Saturday class)
KICK Starters yr 1 (Jenn Saturday Class)
KICK Starters yr 2 (Jenn Saturday Class)
Move and Groove (Sami Saturday Class)
There is a full dress rehearsal for the following drama night kids on Saturday 31 October from 12.45 - 5pm:
Acting Up (Jenn Tuesday class)
Triple Threat / Acting Up ( Jenn Saturday 10.30 - 11.30am class)
Triple Threat / Acting Up (Jenn Saturday 4-5pm class)
Company Red (Saturday class)
Company Yellow (Saturday Class)
Company Pink (Saturday Class)
Company Blue (Saturday Class)
Saturday Improvisation class (Saturday Class) 1: First CAST CALL for ALL roaming performers at 5.45pm (Company Pink, Company Blue)2: Second CAST CALL: 6.30pm (FULL COMPANY) FULL COMPANY = THE FOLLOWING CLASSES:
Acting Up (Jenn Tuesday class)
Triple Threat / Acting Up ( Jenn Saturday 10.30 - 11.30am class)
Triple Threat / Acting Up (Jenn Saturday 4-5pm class)
Company Red (Saturday class)
Company Yellow (Saturday Class)
Company Pink (Saturday Class)
Company Blue (Saturday Class)
Saturday Improvisation class (Saturday Class)
Creative Kids (Jenn Tuesday class)
Move and Groove (Daisy Friday class)
KICK Starters Kindy (Jenn Saturday class)
KICK Starters yr 1 (Jenn Saturday Class)
KICK Starters yr 2 (Jenn Saturday Class)
Move and Groove (Sami Saturday Class)
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN A CAST CALL?
1 - You must bring your child to the KPG Office foyer and have their name marked off on the SIGNING IN SHEET (stage manager and teachers will be there to greet you)
2- Say goodbye to your child as they need to go upstairs to the dressing room to get changed. Parents can then go to the box office and collect their tickets and go to the hall annex where they can have refreshments before the show.
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ: If your child is wearing their costume to the DRAMA NIGHT PERFORMANCE, they still need to be signed in and taken to the dressing rooms with the rest of their cast at 6.30pm sharp.
DRESS REHEARSAL: Please bring a bottle of water and appropriate snack food. Strictly no chocolate as this is bad for your voice when performing and they need the students need to be able to use their voices at 100% in the Hall when performing.
TICKET PRICES: $15 for Adult, $8 concession (under 16) TICKETS SOLD AT DOOR. NO PRE BOOKINGS!
MOVE & GROOVE IN DRAMA NIGHT: Miss Sami has asked that for Drama Night, that her kids please wear their own ‘play clothes’ for their scene. Miss Daisy has asked that her class please wear their pajamas from home for their scene. They can all arrive in these clothes too!
TRIBUTE: Our year-end concert happens on Saturday 28 November at 4.00pm (Monte). Please note that EVERY SINGLE CHILD enrolled at KPG is in this performance. The show fee now due is $45 per child which covers costume fees as well. An additional $30 will be payable for every subsequent costume your child requires. We have done our best to match last year’s prices! Ticket prices are: Adults $31; Concession $21 for under 16s and pensioners; Children under the age of 6 TBA. We will let you know when tickets go on sale - at this stage tickets will be unreserved seating. Please make a note of these dates in your diary:
SINGING COMPULSARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Sunday 22nd November 1-5pm at KPG Hall.
ALL STUDENTS COMPULSARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Sunday 22nd November 2-5pm at KPG Hall.
FOR ALL COMPULSARY DRESS / TECH REHEARSAL / CALL TIME: Saturday 28th of November, 1pm at Monte.
Please note that more detailed times for the younger kids are still to be advised.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Are you able to assist with lifting, cleaning and decorating on Friday 30 October from 4pm? We would really appreciate your help! We are also looking for volunteers who can help with the loan of certain props for Drama Night. We require a fake Christmas tree with decorations; bedside table or small chest of drawers, 4 empty tins of paint and 10 paint brushes. And lastly, would you be keen to offer your services for photographing or filming the performances? We have the equipment - we just need volunteers to work the equipment! Please be kind enough to let the office know if you are able to assist in these areas. You can call us on 9966 5013 or email kpg@aipa.com.au - Thank you!
ACTING FOR SCREEN TOUR TO LA: 7 - 26 January 2010, Hollywood, LA for actors aged 10 - 20 years of age. Please visit www.performingartstours.com.au for all current information. There are regular updates made to this site regarding various tours so please watch out for updates.
IMPROV TEAM CANADA 2010: Auditions for our Canadian Improv Team 2010 will take place on 26 October from 2 - 4pm. To sign up, please call the Improv office on 9966 0353. Please note you will be auditioning in groups.
IMPROVCAMP 2010: Registration is now open! Check out the new website on www.bestcampever.com.au and get ready for the time of your life!
DRAMA COMPANY TERM 4: Please note that Drama Company for term 4 will run for 6 weeks only, ending on Saturday 28 November, after TRIBUTE. Your term fees will be calculated accordingly together with your show fee. A reminder that all term and show fees are due at the beginning of term.
DRAMA COMPANY 2010 AUDITIONS: If you would like to audition for Company for next year, the audition dates are Tuesday 1 December from 6.30pm and Friday 29 January from 4pm. Please email your expression of interest to kpg@aipa.com.au and we will send you the information required for the audition. For more information about Drama Company, please visit our website on www.kickperformancegroup.com.au - go to classes and click on Drama Company.
TERM 4 FEES: As usual, your child’s name will be kept on the class roll for the new term, unless you advise us otherwise. A reminder that term 4 fees are payable on or before the first lesson of term. Feel free to avoid the madness of the first day back and call prior to pay over the phone on 9966 5013. A reminder also that show fees for TRIBUTE will be due in term 4.
KPG DISCOUNT AT BLOCH: BLOCH in Chatswood Westfield is offering a special discount to KICK kids only on the weekend of 24 and 25 October, 2009. All items will be discounted by 20% on those days - you just have to mention that you are a KICK student to qualify for the discount. Please do your best to support BLOCH on this day as it will just mean further discounts for us in the future! Happy shopping!
I know there is a lot going on and it’s a lot to take in - but we are nearly there! Please feel free to call with any questions you might have.
Keep going!
Nicky xx
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 16 OCTOBER 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Oct 19 2009
Dear KPG Member,
TRIBUTE: Our year-end concert happens on Saturday 28 November at 4.00pm (Monte). Please note that EVERY SINGLE CHILD enrolled at KPG is in this performance. The show fee now due is $45 per child which covers costume fees as well. An additional $30 will be payable for every subsequent costume your child requires. We have done our best to match last year’s prices! Ticket prices are: Adults $31; Concession $21 for under 16s and pensioners; Children under the age of 6 TBA. We will let you know when tickets go on sale – at this stage tickets will be unreserved seating.
SINGING COMPULSARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Sunday 22nd November 1-5pm at KPG Hall. ALL STUDENTS COMPULSARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Sunday 22nd November 2-5pm at KPG Hall. FOR ALL COMPULSARY DRESS / TECH REHEARSAL / CALL TIME: Saturday 28th of November, 1pm at Monte.
COMPUSLARY DRESS REHEARSAL: Monday 26th October 5pm KPG Hall. Tickets for Drama / Vocal night will be sold at the door. $15 Per adult; $8 Concession tickets for under 16’s; No charge for children under 6 years of age.
COMPUSLARY DRESS REHEARSAL (in lieu of classes): Saturday 31 October, 12.45 - 4.30pm KPG Hall. Tickets for Drama / Vocal night will be sold at the door. $15 Per adult; $8 Concession tickets for under 16’s; No charge for children under 6 years of age.
Nicky
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 18 SEPTEMBER 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Sep 18 2009
Dear KPG Member,
TALENT NIGHT - AUDITION DATE CHANGES: So sorry but we need to move this date to Saturday 26 September. For those of you who have booked a time for this Saturday – please note your times will remain the same but please just change the date. If you haven’t already, please contact the office on 9966 5013 to book your 5 minute time slot. We look forward to seeing what hidden talents you have up your sleeve and would like to see more Drama Company kids audition. Anything goes… so let’s see what you’ve got!
CURRENT PRODUCTIONS: Please see the very important rehearsal schedule for all performances at the end of the newsletter. It really affects your child and the classes concerned if they miss a final rehearsal, so please make a note of these dates in your diary. Also please note that the show fee and ticket details will follow very soon, but we do not have these yet.
WILLOUGHBY STREET FAIR - WHAT A HIT: A massive thank you to Lizz for putting together the amazing KPG troupe who performed at the street fair. The kids were polished and energetic! And well done to Sophie Elliot for opening the fair with a beautiful rendition of our national anthem and also for her solo performance of one of her recent compositions. We are very proud of you all and very grateful to Lizz and all concerned.
OCTOBER SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS: Boy oh boy the enrolments are coming in fast and furiously! Thank you for getting them in early and we are really excited to see so many of you coming back for the 4th time this year AND for both weeks of the holidays. We promise not to disappoint! For all booking enquiries visit www.kickperformancegroup.com.au or call the office on 9966 5013. We are happy to take the booking over the phone.
DRAMA COMPANY TERM 4: There have been a few questions regarding Drama Company and term 4. Please note that Drama Company for term 4 will run for 6 weeks only, ending on Saturday 28 November, after TRIBUTE. Your term fees will be calculated accordingly.
KICKSTARTERS UPDATE: We are thrilled to announce that Danielle O’Keefe will be looking after our KICKStarters and Saturday morning Triple Threat group again with regards to their singing lessons and will be preparing them for both Vocal Night and Tribute. She starts officially on Saturday 26 September. Christina Byrne will be teaching the kids this week. We would like to thank both parents and children for your patience in getting our Saturday morning singing teacher replaced and would also like to thank our staff for assisting us through our search for a new teacher. Danielle studied music and is currently the director of music of Sydney Theatrical Productions. Recently, Danielle has directed “Shock Nature Terrorism” by Nick Parsons at the New Theatre.“At Sea” by Vanessa Bates, “Listen” by Miki Oikawa, and “When Will” by Joanna Harte. She is currently directing Polly Pocket which will have a season at the New Theatre in October and recently worked on a Noel Coward collaboration in London. She is also integrating music and text for a gala event at the Tritian Bates Theatre in the West End. Her musical directing credits include: Threepenny Opera and The Matilda Women, for which she also wrote the score. Danielle is currently conducting the Australian Youth Choir in Sydney.
ACTING FOR SCREEN TOUR TO LA: There have been major updates so please visit the website www.performingartstours.com.au - please check this site regularly as changes beyond our control do occur. If there are any of you who are still waiting to hear if you made the cut – please email me directly at kpg@aipa.com.au and I will do my best to update you.
PRIVATE PIANO TUITION: Lessons ranging from beginner level right through to industry standard are now available at KPG. Ben will teach you either how to play classically or how to accompany yourself with your singing. Private singing and songwriting as well as performance lessons are also available. Places for private lessons are extremely limited as Ben will continue to run his groups classes at KPG. Please email us your expression of interest and we will ask Ben to contact you.
OPEN / GRANDPARENT CLASSES TERM 4: Please be advised that due to concert rehearsals, there will be no open classes or grandparents’ week in term 4.
Rehearsals have started for all productions in class times. If your child cannot make any classes, dress rehearsals or performance, then please contact the office immediately so that their teacher can be notified as this will affect their involvement in the performance.
VOCAL NIGHT: Saturday 31st October, KPG Hall
Sunday 22nd November 1-5pm at KPG Hall
Sunday 22nd November 2-5pm at KPG Hall
Saturday 28th of November, 1pm at Monte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College Theatre
All the best,
Nicky J
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 8 AUGUST 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Aug 7 2009
Dear KPG Member,
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KPG WEEKLY NEWSFLASH 3 JULY 2009
Filed Under On Newsletters Jul 3 2009
Dear KPG Member, Approaching the last week of term, I am sure you will all agree that together we have made fabulous progress! There’s lots to look forward to in terms 3 and 4 and I have to say that best of all, I am finally getting to you all. We have a fair number of new enrolments coming on board in term 3 and I am sure you will all join me in welcoming them to the KPG family! Now down to business…
IMPROV CAMP: The story about Improvcamp aired on SUNRISE this week and naturally has caused the phones to ring off the hook! So please ensure your forms are in and your fees are paid. Here is the link to the show if you missed it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFbv7MB9SUI - Limited spaces apply so get moving as 5pm, Monday 6 July is the absolute deadline. Call us today for more information or visit the website on www.performingartstours.com.au
SINGER/SONGWRITER CAMP IS HAPPENING: Come live the dream! Only 12 places left! For all the information and to enroll, please visit http://www.performingartstours.com.au/ShowPage/38.html - enrolments needs to close 6 July!
THE BIG BAD MUSICAL: The cast & crew would like to thank everyone who came out and supported The Big Bad Musical! It was a wonderful experience for all those involved! One of the nicest things was to see the KPG community come together to help make the show a success. The following people donated their time and talent to The Big Bad Musical: Catherine & Hugh Elliott (KPG parents) - helped bring the props and set to the theatre; Jess Elliott (ex-KPG student) - filmed the show; Clare Hanoumis (Maree’s daughter) - operated the spotlight; Danielle Macdonald (KPG student) - helped bring the props and set to the theatre and supervised backstage; Adam Horner (KPG student) - supervised backstage; Matt Gray (brother of KPG student) - helped backstage; Daniella Serret (KPG student) - supervised backstage; Ashleigh O’Brien (ex-KPG student) - did the makeup for the show; Bridget Haberecht (KPG student) - helped backstage; Natasha Graham (KPG student) - helped backstage; Khali Grimshaw (KPG teacher) - supervised backstage; Dexter Sue (KPG student) - helped backstage; Nicky Joffe (KPG admin) - sold tickets at the show; Maree Hanoumis (KPG accounts) - sold tickets at the show; Marg Haynes (KPG director) - filmed and bumped out; Sami Kerr (ex-KPG student/admin/teacher) - designed the backdrop and props; Cathy Butz (KPG mum) - donated the artwork for posters and programmes. A big thank you to everyone! From Erika Slozak - Production Manager
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLORED DREAMCOAT: Can’t wait to get back on stage? Rehearsals for our next musical production, Joseph, begin in Term 3. Joseph is also our end of year concert in which everyone will perform. However, if you are looking for a lead or ensemble role, you will want to enrol in the Joseph Performing Arts Workshop (PAW). The PAW meets Saturdays 9:30am-12:30pm and is for anyone aged 3 - 30 years. Our little KICK starters and any kids under 8 don’t need to worry about coming to those rehearsals as you will all be in the show and will cover your singing, dance or drama scenes in your classes through the term. Triple Threat kids that want to join the PAW will need to move to the Saturday afternoon or Tuesday evening Triple Threat class. If you have a class that clashes with the Joseph rehearsals - please don’t panic, talk to me and we will work it out. The PAW will commence the first Saturday of Term 3 and auditions for specific roles will be held within the first few weeks of term. Please enrol for this PAW as you would any other KPG class. There is a $65 show fee for all KPG students which includes a cast t-shirt and costume hire. Costs for the PAW is $150 per term for the rehearsals and musical theatre exam. This excludes the show fee. (See website for details).
RAD BALLET AT KPG: Under the guidance of Val Lloyd, we will be running RAD ballet classes for those kids who would like to continue to progress with their RAD exams. Your current ballet classes will remain – but the Monday afternoon will now be in place to get the RAD work within KPG stabilized. (RAD ballet kids need to do more than one ballet class per week). Classes will be graded accordingly after Miss Val has had time to assess the kids. Fees will be based on numbers per class. Please contact me to express your interest in this class and for availability. For those of you who may be concerned that this will clash with the musical in terms 3 and 4, please be advised that the rehearsal days for musicals may be changing altogether. I will be in touch with you regarding class times.
SUPPORT OUR TEACHERS: Jenn Monk, one of our KPG drama coaches is starring in her next play, COSI. She plays Ruth, a beautiful lady that has a compulsive personality disorder. She would love to see you there. For bookings or info regarding dates and times please call 8839 3399 or visit www.riversideparramatta.com.au
JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS: Wow - if repeat business is a compliment, then we are flattered! We are so pleased to see so many familiar faces coming back for KPG camps! There are still some places available so visit www.kickperformancegroup.com.au for the selection or call Nicky on 9966 5013. You can book online or call the office.
COMPANY PINK EISTEDDFOD: The St George Eisteddfod at Kogarah will take place on 22 August, 2009. The performance will be at approximately 1.30pm at Kogarah School of Arts, Cnr Bowns & Queens St, Kogarah. Please ensure that you have this date in your diary well in advance! Any questions please speak to Natalie at Drama Company.
AST: Entries are now open for The Australian Screen Tests! We are very excited about the number and caliber of casting directors from top Los Angeles studios who will be joining us this year. We will post a list of confirmed judges soon on the AST website. Please visit www.australianscreentests.com.au for more information!
ACTING FOR SCREEN TOUR TO LA: We have recently managed to renegotiate with service and transport providers for this tour, offering you a saving of approximately $1000. Yay! Auditions for this tour are being held at Kari Harris casting on 1 and 2 August. For all the info, please visit www.performingartstours.com.au - please check this site regularly as changes beyond our control do occur, but for now, the dates are set!
WILLOUGHBY STREET FAIR 2009: This awesome event takes place this year on 12 September. Lizz will be getting a troupe together for this day to perform and take part in the parade. We will keep you informed as to who will be involved - but due to safety reasons, this will be open mainly to older kids. Watch the newsletter for updates!
CONCERT DATES: We are very close to being able to give you all the dates for the balance of the year. This would be for Joseph, Vocal night and Drama night! Watch this space!
TERM 3 RE-ENROLMENT: Just a reminder that your children will automatically be enrolled in their current class for term 3 unless you advise us otherwise. Term 3 fees would need to be paid on or before the first day of term. Please feel free to call us before or during the break and we’ll gladly take payment over the phone. 9966 5013.
TERM DATES: Please be reminded that term 2 closes Friday 10 July and term 3 commences Monday 27 July. So NO MORE Saturday classes after tomorrow! You may want to start paying term 3 fees before the first day of class as you know how chaotic that can be. Feel free to call us on 9966 5013 and we’ll gladly take the payments over the phone.
If there is anything else you would like to discuss – you know where to find me. Nicky
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