“After all those years being stuck on a page. Did you ever imagine you’d see me onstage? Now I’m here, there is no telling what may ensue! No, there’s no telling what! But I’ll give you a clue…”

So says the mischievous Cat in the Hat

at the onset of the fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favor-

ite Year, Once On This Inland, Ragtime the Musical, A Man of Im-

portance) have lovingly brought a life to all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters,

including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and all the Whos of Whoville!

These classic, colorful tales are seamlessly brought together by Jojo,

a young boy and “thinker of strange and wonderful thinks!” As each story

unfolds you will marvel at how rele-vant and profound Seuss’ subtle themes are, making this musical one that appeals to all ages.

The score emerges as Seussian gumbo of mu-sical styles, ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel and R & B to funk. So let your toes tap, your fingers snap, and your imagination run wild. Now one of the most performed shows in America, "Seussical" is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! The story centers around Horton the Ele-phant, who finds himself faced with a double chal-lenge--not only must he protect his tiny friend Jojo (and all the invisible Whos) from a world of naysay-ers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kid-napping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz

never loses faith in him, the only one who recognizes "his kind and his powerful heart." Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant, in a story that makes you laugh and cry. Open Auditions for actors ages 8 to 19 are Septem-ber 2nd. See page 3 for full details. Call for audition appointment. Mark your calendars, and order your tickets early – TICKETS GO ON SALE OCTOBER 1st. These

shows will sell out ! Box Office Hours: Tue.—Fri. 11am to 3pm.

Call (650) 738-8648 for tickets!

September 14 Fall Classes Begin November 24 Fall Session Dance Show, All Are Invited! December SUMMER CAMP 2010 REGISTRATION BEGINS! Look for registration forms in December Spotlight.

December 18 Opening Night for SEUSSICAL the Musical! January 3 - Closing Night for SEUSSICAL the Musical!

Winter Classes Begin the second week of January 2010 January SPINDRIFT DANCE COMPANY AUDITIONS tba At SSPA Dance Studios

*UPCOMING EVENTS*

Volume 5, Issue III

Fall 2009

650-738-8648 www.SpindriftSchool.org

THE SPOTLIGHT

SEUSSICAL the MUSIC al

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Spotlight on: SSPA’s New Choral Program, Coastside Children’s Chorus, Coming January

2010!

BE A SCHOLARSHIP STAR! As an annual tradition, all the fundraisers we do during

the Holiday Show, go towards our scholarship fund which we use to offer scholarships during the year to

young artists based on need and talent. This season, give a little and get a lot. Add $5.00 to the cost of your Seussical ticket and have your own star on our Scholarship Wall of Fame for the holidays AND get

reserved seating close to the stage. Adults $15.00 + $5.00 = $20

and Youth $12 + $5.00 = $17.00 Star Seating limited to the front two rows for each

performance.

ADVERTIZE in our Seussical Program!! Full Page Ad 5” Wide x 8” High $250 Half Page Ad 5” Wide x 4” High $125

Quarter Page Ad 2 1/2” Wide x 4” High $75 Business Card Size $50

Well Wishes to a Cast Member $25 Special: Back Page & Inside Back Cover, Full Color

Ads. Add $75 to above ad rates. Subject to availability, first come, first served order early!

Send your ad in .jpg or word doc form to

sspa@earthlink.net or we can design an ad for you! Call (650) 738-8648 for more information

In collaboration with SSPA’s co-founder Alex Bootzin, Piano instructor Philip Keil, is starting a new and exciting choral program for children ages 8-12yrs, starting this coming January 2010. Keil and Bootzin are looking for ways to get children excited and singing music! Both are interested in adding to the local community by building a supportive group of musically inclined children that share a love of music and voice. SSPA’s new choral program CCC (Coastside Children’s Chorus) will accept any and all students (no auditions or uniforms) that desire choral music in a fun yet challenging environment. No homework or unreasonable demands will be required, just a love and appreciation for music! Keil’s inclusive and non-threatening approach is what will set this program apart from many in the bay area. Keil’s is the perfect combination of energy, intensity, fun, and talent. He’s got the energy of a young teen but the experience and ex-pertise of a seasoned professional!

At the age of 13 Philip started work as a professional musician, he played piano studied privately and went on to get a performance diploma from Trinity College in London, UK which is equivalent to a masters in perform-ance. Over the years he has been involved with the All City Orchestra, he studied, taught and played music at the University of Pittsburg and studied at Julliard & SFSU. He worked with Leonard Bernstein at the Henry St. Settle-ment Music School in NYC and has taught grades 2-8 at the Community Music Center in SF, Matthews Episcopal Day School in San Mateo and has taught recorder, piano and directed school musicals. Philip has developed multi-ple choir programs, a massive choir at St. Clements Episcopal and St. Matthews in San Mateo. He is a founding member of the famed Ragazzi boy’s choir, he wrote the original theory materials and was the original director of the premier training group. He trained and conducted and was a piano accompanist for the choir both locally and inter-nationally. His main performance instrument is the pipe organ. Keil is no rookie that’s for sure! This well-loved instructor has been teaching private piano and group piano classes to SSPA students over the past two years. With the success of his growing private piano practice, Philip is again pursuing his love for choral direction and embarking on a new adventure at SSPA with Coastside Children’s Chorus! Don’t miss out on an incredible experience with a wonderful instructor starting this coming January 2010! Look for the times and days in the next class schedule due out in December. More info to come!

OPEN AUDITIONS!

SEUSSICAL the MUSICAL!

Call 650 738-8648 for audition appointment today! AUDITION DATE: WEDNESDAY, Sept 2nd 3:00 –6:00pm CALLBACK DATE: FRIDAY, Sept 4th 3:30 –6:30 pm AUDITION/CALLBACK LOCATION: ODDSTAD SCHOOL 930 Oddstad Blvd. Open to actors AGES 8-19 DATES: Friday rehearsals, 3:30 to 6:30 from Sept to December (Off Thanksgiving week) November 31 begins Mon-Fri rehearsals from 3:30 to 6:30 SHOWS: Dec. 18 through Jan. 3. Total of 14 to 16 performances. MUST BE AVAILABLE for all of December/January rehearsals and performances.

ALL ROLES AVAILABLE: The Cat in the Hat male/female tenor Horton the Elephant male baritone JoJo male/female alto Gertrude McFuzz female soprano Mayzie La Bird female mezzo Sour Kangaroo female soprano The Grinch male/female bass-baritone Mr. Mayor male tenor Mrs. Mayor female mezzo Yertle, the Turtle male/female bass-baritone The Bird Girls chorus Jungle Creatures chorus The Whos chorus COME PREPARED!

• Choose an appropriate song for your range and the show. Prepare 16 bars of music. Please bring your sheet music. Do NOT choose a piece from Seussical but do try and choose something in the genre. An accompanist will be provided.

• No CD accompaniment allowed. A capella singing (unaccompanied) is also not advised. • Bring a resume and headshot. The resume should include contact info, previous experience and

training. The headshot can be a school picture or Polaroid, it need not be a professional headshot, it is for reference only.

• Come with your calendar and be prepared to note ALL scheduling conflicts for the entire run of rehearsals and performances.

• Please be available for the entire callback time.. Dance auditions are done during callbacks. Come dressed & prepared to dance.

ALL Performances & most rehearsals will be at 1050 Crespi Drive in Pacifica

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Acting—Christa Jensen Kids Acting Up! w/ Christa (4-6yrs) Wed. 4-4:50pm 9/16-11/18* SSPA 10 sessions: $120 Explore beginning acting techniques, characterization, and movement through creative play. Young actors will learn to express themselves using their voice and body through theatre games & movement exercises. At the end of the session perform small pieces in front of an audi-ence. Explore the theatre process in a fun and encouraging environment! Let’s Put on a Show! w/ Christa (7-12yrs) Tues. 5:30-6:20pm 9/15-11/17 SSPA 10 sessions: $120 In this acting workshop, students will learn about all the elements in putting on a show. Students will learn about stage direction and perform-ance skills and work together as ensemble to put together an original production and perform in front of an audience for the final session. Shakespeare Production Class (see inside!) Musical Theatre—Christa Jensen Melodies of Broadway w/ Christa (7-12yrs) Wed. 5-5:50pm 9/16-11/18* SSPA 9 sessions: $108 Explore the world of musical theatre. Students will sing, act, & dance their way through some of Broadway’s most show-stopping numbers. Group numbers will be rehearsed from different angles, focusing on basic voice, choreography and acting. Be ready to move and explore the fun of musical theatre in a positive and encouraging environment. Seussical! Production Class—Noelle DeWeese, Natalia Luna, & Rob Cowan Seussical! Production Class (8-19yrs) (see below) 9/2-1/3 SSPA Rehearsals Info Below: $395 (auditions & call-backs held at ODDSTAD) Coming to Pacifica this Christmas is the vibrant and fun musical based on Dr. Seuss’s Books, Seussical, the Musical! Open audi- tions will be held at ODDSTAD for youth performers ages 8-19 on Wednesday, Sept 2nd from 3-6pm to be accepted in the class/ production. Please bring a resume of theatre experience, a snapshot/headshot, and music to sing (accompanist provided). Re hearsals will be Fridays 9/18-11/20, 3:30-6:30pm. Tech weeks will be Mon-Thurs 11/30-12/17, 3:30-6:30pm. 15-17 shows 12/18- 1/3. Break Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Tuition is $395, limited scholarships available. Call now for an audition appointment 650-738-8648! Auditions held at ODDSTAD! See full information on roles, dates, and audition requirements online at www.SpindriftSchool.org. See More Theatre Classes Inside!

Fall Classes 2009 www.SpindriftSchool.org 650-738-8648

All Classes on this page are held at SSPA, 1050 Crespi Drive in Pacifica. For additional classes, please see inside

MUSIC

DANCE (see more dance inside the schedule!)

THEATRE

Piano Class - Annie Li (Piano classes limited to 6 students) Beg. Piano 1 (6.5-10yrs) Thurs. 3:30-4:20pm 9/17-11/19† SSPA 10 sessions: $160 † fee includes piano book Guitar Class - Travis Andrews NEW!!! Beg. Guitar 1 (7-12yrs) Tues. 4:30-5:20pm 9/15-11/17† SSPA 10 sessions: $120 Ballet—Brianna Anthony Pre Ballet w/ Brianna (3-6yrs) Wed. 3-4pm 9/16-11/18* SSPA 11 sessions: $132+ Ballet is the foundation of all dance. Learn basic ballet/dance technique in a fun and encouraging class! This class if for the beginner student. Experience the joy of ballet. Come ready to dance in ballet shoes and dance attire. +show included Jazz—Christa Jensen Pre Beg Jazz w/ Christa (3-6yrs) Tues. 4:30-5:20pm 9/15-11/17 SSPA 11 sessions: $132+ Learn basic dance and Jazz technique and terminology to fun beats in current music! Bring out the dancer in you in a fun and encouraging environment! Learn about the foundation of jazz while exploring new moves and tricks that will impress those out on the dance floor! +show included

*Class WILL meet Veteran’s Day 11/11

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DANCE

Fall Classes 2009 www.SpindriftSchool.org 650-738-8648

Classes on this page & next are held at 930 Oddstad Blvd. in the back portables at the old Oddstad School

Ballet—Natalia Luna, Jenna Monroe, & Brianna Anthony

Beginning Ballet w/ Brianna (6-10yrs) Fri. 4:30-5:20pm 9/18-11/20 ODDSTAD 11 sessions: $132+ Ballet is the foundation of all dance. Learn basic ballet/dance technique in a fun and encouraging class! This class if for the beginner student. Experience the joy of ballet. Come ready to dance in ballet shoes and dance attire. +show included

Drop-in Teen Ballet w/ Brianna or Jenna (12 & up) Thurs. 6:45-7:35pm schedule next pg ODDSTAD Drop-in ($15 a class)* Brush-up on your ballet technique week by week, come when you can. This class is for the intermediate dancer.

Drop-in Adv. Ballet w/ Jenna or Brianna Sat. 10-12noon schedule next pg ODDSTAD Drop-in ($30 a class)* (must be an adult or have teacher approval) (2hr class!) *discount for class card

Teen/Adult Pointe Prep w/ Natalia (10-adult) Tues. 4:30-5:20pm 9/15-11/17 ODDSTAD 10 sessions: $120 This class is for the serious dancer only. All dancers must take Adv. Ballet/Teen Ballet in addition to this class every week. Stretch, tone, and strengthen your body in preparation for Pointe. Pointe shoes required (must have teacher approval to take this class.) NEW!!! Teen/Adult Pointe w/ Brianna (10-adult) Tues. 6:30-7:20pm 9/15-11/17 ODDSTAD 10 sessions: $120 Serious dancers who have been training on Pointe only. All dancers must take Adv. Ballet/Teen Ballet in addition to this class every week. Stretch, tone, and strengthen your body on Pointe. Learn turns, tricks, and choreography on Pointe. Pointe shoes required (must have teacher approval to take this class & must have taken at least 1 year of Pointe Prep or the equivalent of.)

Tap—Noelle DeWeese Beg. Broadway Tap with Noelle (4-7yrs) Mon. 3:30-4:20pm 9/14-11/16 ODDSTAD 11 sessions: $132+ Learn basic tap technique and performance to well know Broadway show tunes. Explore basic tap terminology and perform your new skills in a final dance performance with other SSPA dancers. Must bring tap shoes and come prepared to dance. +show included Jazz/Hip-hop—Jenna Monroe Beginning Hip-Hop w/ Jenna (7-12yrs) Mon. 6:30-7:20pm 9/14-11/16 ODDSTAD 11 sessions: $132+ +show included Drop-in Teen/Adult Modern Jazz w/ Jenna (10-adult) Thurs. 7:40-8:30pm schedule next pg ODDSTAD Drop-in ($15 a class)* Learn jazz and modern dance in a fun and challenging class. This class is for the intermediate/advanced dancer. Strengthen your core and technique while exploring dance in a whole new way! Advanced Acting—Natalia Luna NEW!!! Shakespeare Production w/ Natalia (10-17) Thurs. 4:30-6:30pm 9/17-11/19 ODDSTAD 10(2hr) sessions: $300 Master a monologue and/or scene through blocking, characterization, and acting techniques while working on the Shakespeare production of . Much Ado About Nothing. This delightful tale of the confirmed bachelor, Benedict, and the beautiful but sharp-tongued Beatrice, involves plots and counter-plots to get them wed. Theirs is a rocky romance, but finally Beatrice sighs, "Ah, Benedict, I will love you. I will permit you to tame my wild heart, soothe my loving hand." A production that’ll really make an actor out of you. Master Shakespeare with ease and fun! Additional rehearsals TBA, depending on the cast’s availability. Part of the Globe Theatre Series: Shakespeare for Modern Educational Theatre. Dr. Paul Nolan brings the work of Shakespeare within the performing competence of young actors. The works have been shortened; the language simplified. Additional rehearsals TBA, depending on cast’s schedule

SDC, DANCING TO THE EXTREME ! NEW!!! ADVANCED SDC SDC is a company founded almost 3 years ago, for serious dancers interested in continuing their training and passion for dance. The company explores a variety of dance disciplines while maintaining dance technique with a focus on training the well-rounded performer. SDC dancers are also exposed to dance composition and dance making and have opportunities to choreograph and create dance. Guests artists are invited to come and teach a variety of different dance disciplines. Must have ballet, tap, and jazz shoes and must be prepared every week in appropriate dance attire. Attendance is mandatory (unless oth-erwise worked out ahead of time). This FALL, SDC Prep will focus on dance training and technique in preparation for auditions in January for the Company and featured performances! Those who have already been a part of the company, are STRONGLY encouraged to continue their dance training through SDC Prep. This session we are offering an Advanced SDC class for dancers who have been in the company and are at an advanced level of training. See ad-vanced class benchmarks on our website www.spindriftschool.org or be assessed by a teacher at the first day of class.

SDC (7-17yrs) Mon. 4:30-6:30pm 9/14-11/20 $100 a month (Sept/Oct/Nov)

NEW!!! Advanced SDC (depends on ability)* Wed. 4-6pm** 9/16- 11/18 $100 a month (Sept/Oct/Nov) * Advanced SDC benchmarks and guidelines are posted on our website www.spindriftschool.org and on page 9 of this newsletter. Please view if you are wondering if you are eligible to take advanced SDC. Teachers will continually assess the progress of each dancer and may move dancers up and down a level as progress is being made or lost. NOTE: ADVANCED SDC dancers will train separately from SDC year-round. ** Class WILL be held 11/11 on Veteran’s Day ALL SDC Prep dancers must take additional classes through out the week in addition to SDC (see drop-in/above schedule) Auditions for the

company and company level placement will be in January 2010. Don’t miss out on this opportunity, start to prepare now and DANCE!

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CLASS CARD INFO

Valid through November 31, 2009 If only one student is at a particular drop-in

class, a 30 minute private lesson will be offered at the rate of 2 dance classes. If 2 students are

at a particular drop-in dance class then a 30 min-ute semiprivate lesson will be offered at the

same rate of 1 dance class.

CLASS CARD PRICES 1 Class/Drop in: $15

4 Classes: $48 ($12 a class, 20% discount) 8 Classes: $90 ($11.25 a class, 25% discount) 12 Classes: $120 ($10 a class, 34% discount)

*CLASS CARDS may be purchase at SSPA or at

ODDSTAD. Please ask you teacher for one!

All Classes below are held at 930 Oddstad Blvd. in the back portables

SSPA Drop-in Dance Schedule Fall 2009

Mon. Tues.

W Thurs. F Sat.

14

15 16

17 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (BA) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

18 19 10-12nAdv Ballet (BA)

21

22 23

24 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (JM) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

25 26 10-12n Adv Ballet (JM)

28

29 30

1 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (BA) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

2 3 10-12n Adv Ballet (BA)

5

6

7

8 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (JM) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

9 10 10-12nAdv Ballet (JM)

12

13 14

15 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (BA) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

16 17 10-12n Adv Ballet (BA)

19

20 21

22 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (JM) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

23 24 10-12nAdv Ballet (JM)

2

3 4 5 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (JM) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

6 7 10-12nAdv Ballet (JM)

9

10 11

12 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (BA) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

13 14 10-12nAdv Ballet (BA)

26 27 28 29 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (BA) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

30 31 10-12n Adv Ballet (BA)

16 17 18 19 6:45-7:35 Teen Ballet (JM) 7:40-8:30 Teen Modern Jazz (JM)

20 21

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OCT

NOV

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION AVAILABLE (650) 738-8648 (call to arrange instructor availability/time/location)

Voice/Piano: Alex Bootzin Modern Dance: Jenna Monroe, Brianna Anthony Piano: Helena Pacholuk, Philip Keil, Annie Li Ballet: Natalia Luna, Jenna Monroe, Brianna Anthony Guitar: Andre deVilliers, Travis Andrews Jazz/Hip-Hop: Jenna Monroe, Noelle DeWeese Acting: Natalia Luna, Christa Jensen Tap: Nicole Helfer and Noelle DeWeese

SSPA admits students of any race, national, or ethnic origin

NOTE ABOUT DANCE LEVELS Beginning Classes: Meant to be exploratory/fun/age appropriate beginning & introductory level of dance Teen Classes: These classes are for Teens/Adults ONLY, unless given teacher approval. Meant to be fun and technical Advanced Classes: These classes are for serious dancers/adults. Must have teacher approval and at least 2 years dance experience.

SSPA, P.O Box 891, Pacifica, Ca. 94044 (650) 738-8648 www.SpindriftSchool.org

MISSION STATEMENT: To train and inspire students of all ages in the performing arts while instilling the qualities of confidence, self-discipline, creativity, & respect for others

POLICY NOTES: Classes may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met. Please be advised we do not send notifications upon receipt of enrollment. You will be called if the class is full or is cancelled. Audits are allowed the first day of any class. $25 Check return fee for any returned checks.

Classes WILL be held 11/11 (VETERANS DAY)

REGISTRATION FORM *Please mail registration form with a check to: SSPA P.O. Box 891, Pacifica, CA 94044

Name of Student: _____________________________________________________Birthday:______________

_________________________________________/___________________________________ Name of Parents Parents Email Address_____________________________________City________________St.___________Zip___________ Home Phone:_____________________________Cell Phone:______________________________________

We would like to take the following class(es): Class Name Dates location (SSPA or Oddstad) Instructor Tuition 1)__________________________ _______________ ________________ ________________ ______ 2)__________________________ _______________ ________________ ________________ ______ 3)__________________________ ________________ ________________ _________________ ______ Dance Card Purchase (please circle): 4 8 12 Total (check payable to SSPA): $ _____ (4 classes=$48, 8 classes=$90, 12 classes=$120)

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After School Outreach

Cabrillo School (starts week of Sept 14th) Hip-Hop 1 (grades K-2) w/ Christa on Wed. 2-3pm Hip-Hop 2 (grades 2-4) w/ Christa on Thurs. 3-4pm Hip-Hop 3 (grades 4-6) w/ Natalia on Thurs. 3-4pm In-school Drama programs

Ocean Shore School (starts week of Sept 14th) Beg Jazz (grades K-3) w/ Brianna on Mon. 2:45-3:45pm Musical Theatre (grades TBA) w/ Christa on Tues. 3-4pm Guitar 1 (grades 3-5) w/ Travis on Wed. 1-2pm

Ortega School TBA See Website in Sept. In-school Drama TBA

Sunset Ridge TBA See Website in Sept.

Vallemar School TBA See Website in Sept.

Oceana High School TBA

In-school Outreach

Cabrillo School Drama (grades 5-8)

Shakespeare Play (8th grade) Drama Lesson Plan Support (K-5th grade)

Highlands Elementary In-school Music Program

Lincoln Elementary In-school Music Program

Laurel Elementary In-school Music Program

Ortega School Drama (5th Grade)

Auntie Kim's Daycare (starts week of Sept 14th) Music and Dance (ages 1-3yrs) w/ Noelle on

Mon. 10:30-11am

Performing Arts at Your School, Pre-School or Organization! SSPA offers both in-school and afterschool programs at Pacifica local schools. We can tailor a program to suit your

group’s ages and needs from pre-school age to high school. Here are examples of the classes that we have offered at different times of the year at different schools. If you would like

a Spindrift to come to YOUR school or would like something specific offered at your location...call us! (650) 738-8648

Travis Andrews joins SSPA offering Guitar Classes & private lessons Multi-instrumentalist Travis Andrews is a recent addition to the Bay Area. After touring na-tionally and internationally with several bands, he completed his Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Wisconsin in 2007. Later that year, he moved from his native Wisconsin to study guitar at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music under David Tanenbaum, earning his Masters of Music there in 2009. As of late, he has been awarded as the alternate winner of the San Francisco Conservatory's Guitar Concerto Competition, recipient of 2009 SFCM awards for Outstanding Guitarist, and Outstanding Jazz Improviser, and premiered works by Philip Collins, Sergio Assad and Luciano Chessa. He has a great season (2008-2009) with Blueprint New Music Project as bassist and mandolinist, and looks forward to meeting the young guitarists of Pacifica. Travis will be available Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.

Teaching both Group and Private Piano this Fall, SSPA Welcomes Annie Li to SSPA’s Music Dept. Annie was born and raised in San Francisco. She studied the piano when she was five and learned the violin when she was nine. When she entered high school, she picked up the guitar as well. Since she had such a strong passion for music, she decided to pursue a B.A. in Music (as well as a B.S. in Human Development) at UC Davis. Upon graduation, she decided to go into teaching and received her multiple subject at Sacramento State University. She has taught ele-mentary music in San Lorenzo and Alameda. She returned to school and graduated last year with an M.A. in Intercultural Studies and Christian Educational Leadership. Currently, she works as the music director of Lifehouse Covenant Church (training musicians in piano, guitar, drums, and bass) and teaches private lessons part-time. Annie also plays in a string quartet and does weddings. She just finished two sessions of SSPA’s Broadway Bound camp and is excited to be working with Spindrift in the Fall. Annie will be available for private piano lessons on Thursday afternoons.

Flexibility/Strength:

Right/Left Splits Core strength & control of upper body Straight leg toe touch

Ballet Benchmarks: Good and Consistent Turn-out Foot Strength High Arch Understanding of Basic Ballet Terms Good and Consistent Alignment Proper use of arm positions Right/Left Solid Pirouettes

Jazz/Hip-Hop Benchmarks: Isolations—Head, Shoulders, Rib Cage, Hips A good sense of Timing/Musicality 45-180 degree High kicks w/ good Technique Proper Spotting While Turning

Commitment/focus: Advanced students MUST be focused and take

outside classes as well as SDC on a regular basis. Also, students MUST come to class on time and be prepared.

Performance and Musicality: The advanced student MUST be able to count mu sic and dance in time with music while performing. Advanced students must demonstrate a high per- formance quality when performing.

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THIS FALL SDC For Beginning/Intermediate dancers ages 7-17. Mondays, 2 hours a week

NEW THIS FALL!! SDC ADVANCED Class. Wednesdays, 2 hours per week Full details on class times/dates/cost on page 5

ATTENTION DANCERS!!

SDC training done at 930 Oddstad Blvd, Oddstad

School (back portable)

FOR MORE INFO CALL 650-738-8648

www.SpindriftSchool.org

Advanced Students must be able to achieve the following:

This fall, dancers of all ages have a unique opportunity to experience the world of DANCE! Train through the fall in SDC prep, either SDC or advanced SDC. All SDC prep dancers must also take addi-tional technique and training classes to strengthen their basics or their favored form of dance. • Exploring various dance forms with professional dance in-

structors and guest artists, while continuing studies in their major dance form

• Field trips to professional dance companies in S.F and the Bay Area

• Yearly performances/special events featuring company solo-ists & student choreographers (selected from auditions)

• Opportunities to perform with instructors/other professional dancers

• Learn Choreography and dance composition, and an oppor-tunity to produce and perform student work

• Learn together as a company and be inspired by other young advanced dancers

Spindrift School of Performing Arts is proud to present

"SUESSICAL, THE MUSICAL!" A joyous celebration of friendship, loyalty, community and family for the holiday season.

Don’t miss what will surely be the hottest ticket in town this Christmas!! Show Dates and times:

Friday, Dec. 18th 8:00pm OPENING NIGHT Saturday Dec. 19th at 2:00 pm AND 8:00 pm

Sunday Dec 20st at 2:00 pm Thursday Dec. 31st at 2:00 pm

Friday Jan. 1st 2:00 pm AND 8:00 pm Saturday Jan. 2nd at 2:00 pm AND 8:00 pm

Sunday Jan. 3rd at 2:00 pm CLOSING PERFORMANCE

TICKETS GO ON SALE OCTOBER 1st. 650 738-8648. Adults $15.00. Children 17 and under, $12.00. Visa & MasterCard orders accepted over the phone.

Be a SCHOLARSHIP STAR! Add $5.00 to your ticket price have your name on our "Star Wall” in the Lobby. Each Star ticket will also be entitled to have a seat for that performance reserved as close to the stage as possi-

ble. Limited number of Star Seating per performance. All performances will be held at the Spindrift Theatre at 1050 Crespi Drive. Handicapped parking and seating is

available, please request special seating needs when purchasing tickets.

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Director’s Circle

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Featured Performer The Clayter Family

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The Mattes Family Matty McLaughlin

John & Kathy Pantoleon The Perez Family

The Pugh-Newman Family The Vinson Family

Eric Nelson & Ann Rudorf Maureen Ticer

Mr. & Mrs. Pinot Parker Van General Construction The Van Huystee Family

The Van Niekerken Family

Robert G. Wylie

Cast Members Anonymous

The Carson Family Geoffrey & Valentina Cook Karen & Christopher Davy The Morton-Feazell Family

Pamela Fornesi Michele Garside

June & Terrance Howard The Kanes

The Langlands Family In Honor of Marv Morganti

The Marshall Family The Martinez Family

George and Lennon Mauro Pat & Nancy Monaghan

Charles & Clarice Moody Hope Nelson

Mary Oldham & Juliette Swazo John & Kathy Pantoleon

In memory of Diane Andrews The Robalino Family

Lisa Stenback The Marshall Family

Possible Wed/Thurs Matinee TBA Saturday Dec. 26th at 2:00 pm AND 8:00 pm

Sunday, Dec. 28st at 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm

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SSPA SPONSOR PAGE...Be a Patron!

Cast Member ($25-$99) Your name in show programs and newsletters for one year

Featured Performer ($100-$249) Your name in show programs and newsletters for one year, plus two tickets to any SSPA show

Director’s Circle ($250-$499) Your name in show programs and newsletters for one year, plus two tickets to any SSPA show , plus your choice of an SSPA T-Shirt or Hat

Producer’s Circle ($500-$999) Your name in show programs and newsletters for one year, plus two tickets to any SSPA show, plus your choice of an SSPA T-Shirt or Hat, plus 2 VIP passes for one year that entitle you to front row seating at all SSPA shows

Red Carpet Sponsorship ($1000+) All the benefits from each of the levels plus a framed, autographed cast photo from an SSPA show.

YES! I would like to support the Spindrift School of Performing Arts. Please include me as a 2005/2006 SSPA donor family. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name as you would like it to appear in the 2008/2009 programs and newsletters ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name if different from above ______________________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________________ City St Zip Phone ______________________________________________________________________________________ Email

Mail to: Spindrift School of Performing Arts at P.O. Box 891, Pacifica, CA 94044

Our Mission Statement: To train and inspire students of all ages in the performing arts while instilling the qualities of confidence, self-discipline, creativity, & respect for others

As Pacifica’s only not-for-profit performing arts school for young people and their families, our Star Members help us continue our 10 year mission by providing critical core funding to help cover the ongoing costs of running a dynamic and multi-faceted center for learning through the arts. In addition, you will support our outreach programs that bring the excitement of live theatre to hundreds of children, many of whom would not otherwise have the chance to enjoy this valuable experience. Star Member-ships begin at $25 per year and bring a host of unique and fun benefits for you and your family or business. (see chart).

$25 Buys 4 scripts for our library $25 Costumes one actor for one show $25 Buys assorted percussion instruments for classes and performances $30 Buys a complete make-up kit for an aspiring actor $35 Buys a first aid kit for one of our summer camp locations $40 Buys a music stand $50 Buys paint for one set $75 Buys costume materials and accessories for 6 dancers $75 Provides one 50% scholarship for one Spindrift Dance Company student for one month $100 Buys lighting gels and special effect gobos for one show $120 Buys props and materials to make props for one show

$198 Provides one 50% scholarship for one summer camp student (age 4 -7) $298 Provides one 50% scholarship for one summer camp

student (age 7-17) $300 Buys materials to build one show set (we use our set

pieces many many times) $500 Provides 3 to 4 professional musicians for performances

of one of our summer camps $500 Pays for one month worth of PG&E to keep our performers in the spot light $1260 Pays for rent and utilities (excluding PG&E) for one

month $6000 Provides a 1-year performing arts program for 70 chil-

dren at a local public school

FALL Session

Class Schedule!

What is NEW with SDC

AUDITIONS For the Fall

Show!

P.O. Box 891 1050 Crespi Drive

Pacifica, CA 94044 Phone: (650) 738-8648

www.SpindriftSchool.org E-mail: sspa@earthlink.net

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Non-Profit Org US Postage

PAID Pacifica, CA 94044

Permit #240

ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE!!

Tax ID# 40-0000399 On our really really need list: A place to have our Teen Summer Camp and Actor’s studio. We need access to a performing space that has theatre lighting and a stage big enough to hold 35 to 40 teenagers for 2 months 6 hours a day for 2010. If you have ideas, sug-gestions, a barn, an in with a facility somewhere close to Pacifica we would love a call or email. Our Summer teen program hangs in the balance!! A 4-6 burner stove. The old Wolf in the kitchen has given up the ghost. We would like a largish stove, if someone you know is closing a restaurant or you have access to used professional appli-ances, or are remodeling...we can find that stove a new home! Storage Space. Gads. We have sets and more sets. We currently have some space but we are always looking for more. It would need to be fairly accessible without having to bug you too much because we are in there fairly often picking up and putting away large pieces at odd hours.

A step van, large workman, or small truck (like a U-haul-type truck) for set transport. We schlep a LOT of sets all through the year. If you have something that runs fairly well and can fit a 4’x8’ flat, we need it! We’re thinking you should be able to take the same sort of deduction all those other car donation places give you but you should check with your tax guy first.

ONE TIME ONLY!! Would you like a Music Studio named after you? Donate $3,000 to renovate our new studio downstairs at the theatre, and we will NAME THAT ROOM anything you want! With a nice brass plaque and every-thing!

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