Performances

Spring 2008 - MCT - Seagirl

The West Nebraska Arts Center presents

a Monument Children's Theater production

Francis Elitzig's

"Seagirl"

directed by: Lisa Betz

produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press PLAYS, Louisville, KY

at the historic Midwest Theater - Downtown Scottsbluff, NE

Sponsored by: Panhandle Shrine Club

School Matinee dates: (school groups only) March 27, 28, 2008

10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

REDUCED RATE! Special school group rate: $1.50 per seat (students, teachers, chaperones)

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Public Performance: (general admission) Friday, March 28th, 7:00 p.m. at the Midwest Theater

$5.00 (adults and students), children 3 & under: FREE

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synopsis

Seagirl, based on an ancient Chinese folktale, is the story of a young girl who must climb a mountain in order to save her village from the ravages of the Dragon King. This story of fighting brawn with brains is told in a cross-cultural style, using elements of Asian theatre and traditional Chinese music to create a unique storytelling style.

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The artwork used in the MCT production of Seagirl has been created and donated by local artist Jenifer Berge. Visit her studio, "Steepy Mountain Arts," in Gering, Nebraska. Berge has recently shown her artwork at the West Nebraska Arts Center. http://www.nebraskarts.com/wnac/index.php?id=281

Berge's original painting will be raffled during the public performance, Friday, March 28th. Raffle tickets are only $1.00 each and will be available throughout the performance. The drawing will be held at the West Nebraska Arts Center on Monday, March 31st.

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thank you

There are several individuals and businesses who have donated their time, talent and materials to help make this production a success. Our heartfelt thanks to the following: Serena Packard, Cecilea Meyer, Nina Betz, Richard Schaneman, Zimmerman Law Office, Carr-Trumbull Lumber Do-It Center, Sherwin-Williams.

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The West Nebraska Arts Center is grateful for the generous support we receive from the Nebraska Arts Council.

The Nebraska Arts Council, a state agency, has supported the programs of this organization through its matching grants program funded by the Nebraska Legislature, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Visit www.nebraskaartscouncil.org for more information on how the Nebraska Arts Council can assist your organization, or how you can support the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.

Their leadership along with the support we receive from our members and our community make our mission possible. THANK YOU!