february 2011 a Publication of the lobero youth & community outreach Programs

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It’s all happening LIVE at the Lobero!

The Jungle Book state street ballet presents The Jungle Book on sunday, February 13 at 3 p.m. at the Lobero theatre.

Inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s famous novel, State Street Ballet’s full-length original production of The Jungle Book is choreographed by artistic director Rodney Gustafson and ballet master Gary McKenzie, to an original score by composer and conductor Milan Svoboda of the Czech Republic. True to his reputation, Gustafson gives this production the compelling ferocity that trademarks the company’s new works.

The ballet follows the jubilant and sometimes treacherous adventure of Mowgli, who is lost by his parents only to be saved from the jaws of the evil tiger Shere Khan by a pack of wolves. The wolves raise Mowgli, teaching him difficult life lessons as all parents must do. As Mowgli grows, he learns about the laws of the jungle from a loveable bear named Baloo and a black panther named Bhageera. When Mowgli is finally exposed to humans, he begins to question his own identity. In the end he realizes his place is among humans and not the animals.

Judy collinsLobero Live presents an evening with Judy collins, as part of A Woman’s Voice series, on Wednesday, February 9 at 8 p.m. at the Lobero theatre.

Leading this tremendous offering of female talent is the incomparable Judy Collins. Judy Collins has thrilled audiences worldwide with her unique blend of interpretative folksongs and contemporary themes. With an impressive career rooted in American culture, Judy remains true to her roots as a social activist by continuing to create music of hope and healing which lights up the world and speaks to the heart.

FREE school shows at the Lobero

Olivia O’Brien, Age 11

Would you like to brighten someone’s day with a song this Valentine’s Day? The Young Singers Club show choirs can help you do just that! For a $10 donation, the singers will be available to sing a song of your choice over the phone to someone special, anywhere in the U.S. on Friday, February 11 from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, February 12 from 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. They can also send a personal message along with the song. The singers are talented and committed performers from various elementary schools and range in age from 7 to 12. Show choir singers are selected by audition and practice together twice a week under the direction of Brett Mutinelli.

“We have been doing (telegrams) since 2002,” says Mutinelli, “and we have given all telegram donations to various causes, including Red Cross, Direct Relief International, Santa Barbara Foodbank, Unity Shop, and since 2007 have been supporting a girl in Mali through World Vision.” “I think it’s really cool that all the money we earn goes to a girl in Africa,” says Natalie Hawkins, 12, a long time member of the Young Singers Club and show choir for four years. Emma Habecker, 11, a show choir performer with Young Singers Club for four years, agrees. “I think it’s important to show family and friends that you care about them,” says Habecker.

The Young Singers Club will also be sharing their voices with residents at two local nursing homes, singing Valentine’s Songs, room to room. They have been doing this regularly for the past nine years. When you request a personalized telegram, there are several songs to choose from including “What the World Needs Now” and “What a Wonderful World.” And for those who are not familiar with the song choices, the singers will help you choose the perfect song for your relative or sweetheart. For more information or to order a Valentine’s Day singing telegram, call 618-7078 or visit www.youngsingersclub.com

Rene Garcia, Santa Barbara City College

KINESIS |Ki’nee-sis|: “A movement that is a response to a stimulus.”

“Places, everyone!” I had butterflies in my stomach, a new addiction of mine, and a spider of nerves crawling up my spine. The stage lights above me triggered my instrument to respond. In the spotlight I have felt freedom, strength, and passion. I have fallen in love with dance. Santa Barbara Dance Alliance is a non-profit organization that produces opportunities for the dance community in Santa Barbara. This February, they present Kinesis at the Center Stage Theater. Kinesis (formally known as New Works) is part of the SB Dance Alliance’s Showcase Series, which also includes BASSH and On the Verge: Teen Choreographers Showcase. Kinesis is the new brand and energy behind Santa Barbara Dance Alliance’s showcase of

cutting-edge dance works from local choreographers. As of February, I have been dancing for a year-and-a-half. I have danced at Santa Barbara High School, taking the Dance Production class and performed in their spring concert, Streams of Passion, and I have continued to dance ever since. I danced last summer with Sahagun Dance studio, performing ballet folklórico and Argentine tango. Now, I am honored to be part of Kinesis and am working on a modern piece with choreographer, Misa Kelly, and dancing side-by-side with Santa Barbara City College’s most talented dancers. Preparing for Kinesis has been difficult but rewarding. I have learned to make wise decisions as a dancer and student. I have had the privilege to work with dancers who are older and more experienced than me; it has been a challenge and quite the journey. I have been taught to work with different styles of dance and technique. Throughout this preparation, I pushed myself to excel to my greatest potential. I have had a taste of what a professional dancers’ life is like. The butterflies flew freely, and I have faced my fear of spiders and turned those nerves to my advantage; they are now the extra push I need to get the adrenaline rush. I “spot” after every turn and proudly land with accomplishment, pride, and individuality. The show has ended and now back to work. “Places, everyone!” Santa Barbara Dance Alliance presents Kinesis 2011 on Friday, February 25 and Saturday, February 26 at the Center Stage Theater. For tickets, visit centerstagetheater.org

Send a Song this Valentine’s Day!

Kinesis and New Dance Works

Lobero Artists-in-Residence return with new and exciting programs! All shows are K-8th appropriate. Teachers—don’t miss the chance to bring your class to these engaging performances. Reservations are required. Santa Barbara Dance Theatre presents free performances of Pulse: The Living Rhythms of Dance for elementary school. Part of the Lobero’s Youth and Community Programs for more than 15 years, Santa Barbara Dance Theatre is a professional dance company that uses innovative dance techniques to illustrate elements of academic learning. Pulse: The Living Rhythms of Dance explores the eternal rhythms of life: circles and cycles, seasons and orbits. FREE performances are available Tuesday, February 8 - Thursday, February 10 at 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. For reservations, contact Holly Chadwin at hchadwin@lobero.com or call 805-966-4946 ext. 613.

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The Youth Spotlight invites new student-contributors in Santa Barbara with an interest in the arts, journalism, and writing to apply. We welcome representatives of all ages and interests. Contributors are eligible for community service credit. Letters describing skills and interest areas (ideally to include a sample article and photo for publication) should be emailed to hchadwin@lobero.com or mailed to the Youth Spotlight (address below). Please include contact information, including email address.

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Youth SpotlightThe Lobero Theatre Foundation33 E. Canon Perdido St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101Tel. 966-4946 x 613 / Fax 962-4857 hchadwin@lobero.com YOUTH

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sPotlight on eVentsFEBRUARY 3-27: Ensemble Theatre Company presents Opus at the Alhecama Theatre. For tickets, call 965-5400 or visit ensembletheatre.com.

4: Dos Pueblos High School presents the Improv Troupe at 7 p.m. in the Studio. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com.

4-5: Santa Barbara Dance Arts presents Dance Teachers Gone Wild! at 7 p.m. at Center Stage Theater. For tickets, call 963-0408 or visit centerstagetheater.org.

5: Santa Barbara International Film Festival presents Directors on Directing at 11 a.m. at the Lobero Theatre. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com

5: The Granada presents the Vienna Boys Choir at 7:30 p.m. at the Granada Theatre. For tickets, call 899-2222 or visit granadatheatre.org.

6: Viva El Arts presents Arpex, Conjunto de Arpa at 7 p.m. at the Marjorie Luke Theatre. This is a FREE performance. For information, call 884-4087.

7-12: Dijo Productions presents Talley’s Folly at the Center Stage Theater. For mature audiences. For tickets, call 963-0408 or visit centerstagetheater.org.

9: Lobero Live presents An Evening with Judy Collins, as part of A Woman’s Voice series, at 8 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com.

11: SB City College presents An Evening of Chamber Music with Dr. Linda Holland at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church. For information, call 963-3579.

12: Jazz at the Lobero presents the John Scofield Trio & Bill Frisell’s Beautiful Dreamers at 8 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre. Call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com.

12: UCSB Arts & Lectures presents Grupo Corpo Brazilian Dance at 8 p.m. at the Granada Theatre. For tickets, call 899-2222 or visit granadatheatre.org.

13: State Street Ballet presents The Jungle Book at 3 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com

13-14: Speaking of Stories presents Passions at the Center Stage Theater. For tickets, call 963-0408 or visit centerstagetheater.org.

15: CAMA Masterseries presents Peter Serkin, piano at 8 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com.

17: Imagination Movers at 7:30 p.m. at the Arlington Theatre. For tickets, call 963-4408.

17-18: Dos Pueblos High School presents The Blackboard Jungle Cruise at 7 p.m. in the Studio Theater. For more information, call 968-2541.

17: UCSB Music Department presents A Vocal Convocation at 7 p.m. at UCSB Karl Geiringer Hall. This is a FREE event.

19: Sings Like Hell presents Chuck Prophet and Stephanie Finch & The Company Men at 8 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com.

22: Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra presents A Concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Lobero Theatre. For tickets, call 963-0761 or visit lobero.com.

24: UCSB Arts & Lectures presents The Second City at 8 p.m. at UCSB Campbell Hall. For tickets, call 893-3535 or visit artsandlectures.sa.ucsb.edu/index.aspx.

25: The Wizard of Oz at 7:30 p.m. at the Arlington Theatre. For tickets, call 963-4408.

25: Westmont College presents 33 Swoons at 8 p.m. at Porter Theater. For information, call 565-6000 or visit westmont.edu.

25: Westmont College presents An Orchestra Concert at 8 p.m. at Music Academy of the West’s Hahn Hall. For information, call 565-6000 or visit westmont.edu.

25: The Granada presents Diavolo at 8 p.m. at the Granada Theatre. For tickets, call 899-2222 or visit granadatheatre.org.

24-March 3: UCSB Theater and Dance presents She Stoops to Conquer at the UCSB Hatlen Theatre. For tickets, call 893-7221 or visit theaterdance.ucsb.edu.

25-26: Santa Barbara Dance Alliance presents Kinesis 2011 at Center Stage Theater. For tickets, call 963-0408 or visit centerstagetheater.org.

the youth spotlight recommends checking with each organization listed below as dates an d ticket prices are subject to change.

check out WWW.lobero.com and also WWW.sbParent.com for a great selection of Performances and other eVents!

Art Without Limits wants a new logo and will award you $100 for the winning design!

MISSION STATEMENT: Art Without Limits pairs aspiring artists with professionals in the art world for mentorships to empower them to succeed in their chosen art form. We support artists survival through their art forms including, but not limited to mentorships, workshops, performances, and sponsorships of artists and arts organizations. We support pre-professional artists (age 13 and up) in all art forms: Performing, Visual, Literary, Media and Administrative art forms. We provide guidance and skills that will insure a fruitful career.

The logo should:• containthewords“ArtWithoutLimits”• becreatedbysomeoneage13andup• beoriginalartwork• demonstratetheclimbtosuccessthatArtWithout Limits represents• representmorethanoneartform

Be submitted to Julie@awolsb.org in jpg, tiff, or pdf format, 300dpi or better, at least 4”x5” by February 25. The winning logo will be unveiled at the Art Careers Unlimited conference on March 19 at the Museum of Art.

Are You Creative?

SB International Film Festival is pleased to announce that AppleBox 2011 will take place on January 29 and 30, and February 5 and 6. Children’s films, ranging in length, from around the world will be featured in a most festive and creatively-spirited environment! Organizations and entertainment groups alike from the local community will be providing activities and amusement for the entire family. While the full line-up has not yet been announced, this year we will be featuring a mix of independent films, along with Academy-recognized studio releases. What we do know for sure, though, is that on AppleBox’s first Saturday we will be screening Nathan Greno and Byron Howard’s hit film, Tangled. AppleBox was launched in 2007 by the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and is co-presented by Santa Barbara Children’s Museum. AppleBox is a FREE family film program for children that screens the mornings of the first and second weekends of the Festival and features family-focused films and shorts. AppleBox provides those families whose income level may not allow them to take their families to a theater access to quality films in a festive, entertaining and supportive environment.

Last year’s lineup included the Irish film, The Race, the Spanish film, Carlitos and the Chance of a Lifetime, alongside the Academy Award-winning film, UP, which was introduced by director Pete Docter. We are very proud of the AppleBox event, and the message that it sends to children throughout Santa Barbara that film can be a magical journey of discovery, excitement, and creativity. With its AppleBox program, SBIFF has the ultimate goal of forming a love for the movies in a young child that will remain with them for a lifetime. We hope that you will be able to help us in our mission of encouraging this affection as well.

For more information, visit sbiff.org.

Phil Gilley, Executive Director/Founder of Notes for Notes and Christian Pearson

Phil Gilley: At Notes for Notes, we are honored to witness the genesis of young musicians finding their “groove.” One of those musicians, Christian Pearson, aka C-Rush, has found a voice and outlet via his music that speaks (or rather shouts) Truth. When C-Rush first came into the studio, it was clear that confidence was not going to be an issue. Over the years he has honed a sound, culture and truth with his music that resonates not only with his peers but with the community at large. Every song he writes manages to amaze its listeners, and that includes the Grammy Foundation. At just 15-years-old, C-Rush was recently named runner-up in a songwriting competition by NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) and sponsored by the Grammy Foundation. C-Rush is the poet so I will let him describe the competition and his musical experience. I wrote the song, “Crushing Drugs,” because I want to make my peers and adults aware of the effects that drugs can have on you mentally, socially and physically. Drug abuse is a serious topic that needs to be talked about and I feel that people will listen if I convey the topic through music. I also want to display the power of hip-hop and music in general by showing how it can inspire and motivate anyone. Notes for Notes and the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara has been a positive place for me and other kids to come and express ourselves through all the artistic activity of music. A lot of kids get lost in drugs because they don’t have the positive

outlet to release their emotions but Notes for Notes is a place where you can do it. They give you the opportunity to be creative and make a piece of art that you can call your own and that is what I love most about it. I rap because it gives me the opportunity to be creative and express my emotion through something I love to do and that makes me feel good. After completing a song or a piece of music, I feel a sense of accomplishment. This makes me feel like I am making a difference. I’ve grown up listening to rap and hip-hop music but the culture and sound of the music has seemed to decline with rappers talking too much about money, gangs and drugs. Many rappers seem to have forgotten about the positivity of true hip-hop and that’s what I’m striving for. We are proud to have a part in his music; however, it is his talent, focus, and dedication to make honest music that defines him as a true artist who has an incredible career ahead of him. Keep your eyes and ears on C-Rush!

Notes for Notes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing youth with free access to music instruments, instruction, and recording studio environments so that music can have a profoundly positive influence in their lives. The organization builds and operates recording studio environments, called MusicBoxes, packed with electric guitars, drums, keyboards, turntables, computers, and software. There are currently three MusicBox studios in Santa Barbara. For more information, visit notesfornotes.org.

Join the Santa Barbara Symphony at the Granada Theatre for special performances for grades 4-6!

For over 50 years the Santa Barbara Symphony has been introducing 4th, 5th, and 6th graders to the wonders of the orchestra through Concerts for Young People. This program is kid-friendly and allows for interaction between students and our Maestro, Nir Kabaretti. Concerts for Young People are free to both students and teachers. Teachers who have signed up to participate in CYP are given a Teachers’ Guide which helps prepare them for the concert, providing them background information on the orchestral pieces to be performed as well as the composers. The Symphony is pleased to be expanding the reach of Concerts for Young People with school groups now attending from Lompoc, Ojai, Santa Maria, Santa Ynez, all Santa Barbara County and Vandenberg Air Force Base.

Sign-ups are currently available for two encore presentations of The Remarkable Farkle McBride which will take on Wednesday, March 23, and Friday, March 25 at the Granada theatre. The concert will start promptly at 11:30 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. We ask that students/ chaperones/ teachers arrive around 11 a.m. Please see our website for more details and to use our online registration form! Friday is currently almost completely booked so sign up now!

For more information, call Stephanie Miller at 898-8785 or visit thesymphony.org/edu-community/concerts-for-young-people/.

SBIFF Apple Box

Notes for “Rapping”

Santa Barbara Symphony