Fine Arts Gala Reminders:
**CONCERT ATTIRE - Concert dress for our Fine Arts Gala on March 8, 2018 is solid white shirt with black bottoms to coordinate with our classic movie theme.
*SET-UP HELP - We also need Gala set up help from parents and students on Tuesday, March 6th at 7:30 pm in the HS Gym.
*DRESS REHEARSAL - Our 5th - 6th rehearsal is from 3:15 - 4:00 pm. The 7th-12th required dress rehearsal is Wednesday, March 7th from 3:45 – 5:30 pm in the HS Gym.
*GALA CALL TIME - Student call time for the Gala on Thursday, March 8th is 6:15 pm. Doors open at 6 pm.
**GALA TICKETS ARE ON SALE – If you’d like to purchase $10 Gala tickets for advanced seating at tables to enjoy some of the best seats in the house, comfortable seating, and delicious snacks, call the Elementary or HS Office at 419-756-5651! Tickets are selling fast, and you only have 1 more week to purchase tickets. Tickets will not be available at the door, however, we will have complimentary seating available in the upper bleachers.
*SILENT AUCTION - If you’re interested in donating a baked item for our Silent Auction, please contact Lori Ballitch at 419-756-5651 ext. 215 or email me at zentz.heidi@mcsflames.org.
Thanks! ~ Miss Zentz
January 29, 2018
Dear Choir Parents and Students,
We are halfway to March, and with it comes Music in the Schools Month. With that in mind, it is also time for our 6th annual Fine Arts Gala! This year the theme is Music from the Movies! Here are some important items to add to your calendars regarding the Gala.
There will be a mandatory dress rehearsal for all 5th-6th choir members on Wednesday, March 7th from 3:15pm-4:00pm in the H.S. Gym. Middle School & Image students will rehearse from 3:45 – 5:30 pm. This is an important part of the performance as there are many transitions that will need to work through with both vocal and instrumental ensembles. On Thursday, March 8th, call time for students will be 6:15pm. This performance is also mandatory.
To coincide with our theme for the evening, student attire is classic black and white. Dress for Gentlemen will be: solid, white button down/polo shirt or sweater, black pants, black belt, black dress socks, and dress shoes. Dress for Ladies will be: solid white blouse or sweater, black skirt (covering the knee) or slacks, and dress shoes. Ladies may wear minimal, tasteful, coordinating jewelry.
This year we are offering the opportunity for advanced seating. There are a total of 150 seats available at tables, which gives you a chance to have some of the best seats in the house. Tickets for these seats will be available beginning February 13th in both the elementary and secondary offices for a donation of $10 each. Complimentary seating will also be available in the top section of bleachers.
When students are finished performing their selections, they will be asked to sit with parents and stay for the entire performance. We also ask that students do not sit with a group of friends by themselves. This is out of respect for those performing. If you choose to buy reserved seating at a table, please inform the secretary of how many children you have performing in the Gala, as we will just add a specific number of extra folding chairs to your table for them to use.
We are in need of parent volunteers in multiple areas: Set Up Crew on Tuesday, March 6th at 7:30 pm and Tear Down Crew, Parental Supervision in Classrooms before the Performance, and Donated Baked Goods for the Silent Auction. Please contact Lori Ballitch if you’re willing to donate a baked item.
Thank you for all of your prayers and support. If you would like to volunteer, please email me at zentz.heidi@mcsflames.org to let me know in what capacity you would be able to help us. Thank you again for the privilege of teaching your incredible children! J We’re looking forward to a marvelous night of music-making for the glory of God!
Sincerely,
Miss Heidi Zentz
5th-12th Choral Director
