NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID MARION, OH PERMIT NO. 54 Dec. 2006 The Palace Cultural Arts Association 276 W. Center St., Marion, Ohio 43302 Phone: (740) 383.2101 Fax: (740) 387.3425 Email: info@marionpalace.org Jan. 2007 www.marionpalace.org The Official Newsletter of the Palace Cultural Arts Association DETAILS IN THIS EDITION! • Marie Osmond Christmas Concert • Peter Pan Auditions • Quilt Raffle • Lights, Camera, Amateurs Talent Search MARIE OSMOND THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS Sunday, December 17, 3:00 p.m. Tickets: $25 / $30 $2 Discount for Seniors & Students MARK YOUR CALENDAR December 1-- “The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere” School Matinee, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. December 1-3 -- Flicka, Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 2:00 & 7:30 p.m. December 8 -- An Old Fashioned Christmas sponsored by Coldwell Banker Realty Plus, 1 p.m. December 8-10 -- The Polar Express, Friday, 7:30; Saturday, 2:00 & 7:30; Sunday, 7:30 p.m. only December 10 -- Marion Concert Band Home for Christmas with guest Charlie Evers, 3 p.m. $5.00 December 10, 17 & 18 -- Peter Pan Auditions in the Scharer Patron Lounge, 6:00-9:00 p.m. December 13 -- Adult Dance classes begin Wednesday from Dec. 13-Jan. 31, 5:00-7:00 p.m. December 17 -- Marie Osmond’s “The Magic of Christmas,” 3 p.m. January 9 -- Lights, Camera, Amateurs Talent Search first round Grades K-7, 7 p.m. January 11 -- Lights, Camera, Amateurs Talent Search first round Grades 8-12, 7 p.m. January 16 -- School Matinee “Henry & Mudge,” 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations requested January 16 -- Lights, Camera, Amateurs Talent Search first round College & Career, 7 p.m. January 20 -- Marion City Firefighters present Danny & The Juniors, 8 p.m. January 22 -- PCAA Annual Meeting in Scharer Patron Lounge for all members 7 p.m. January 27 -- Lights, Camera, Amateurs Talent Search Final Competition Winners from each round January 28 -- Family Matinee Series presents “The Frog Prince,” 3 p.m. January 31 -- School Matinee “Harriet Tubman,” 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations requested ph: 740.383.2101 ♦ email: info@marionpalace.org ♦ website: www.marionpalace.org The second youngest of nine children and the only girl, Marie Osmond joined the rest of her family in what could be called the family business — entertainment. She debuted on “The Andy Williams Show” as a toddler, where her older siblings made a weekly appearance. While the Osmond brothers found success in pop music, Marie was drawn to country & western by the young age of six. When she was just 13, Marie became a recognized country & western singer with the chart topping hit “Paper Roses.” Fred Silverman of ABC was the mastermind behind teaming the only female in the Osmond clan with her older brother, Donny, to create “The Donny and Marie Show” in 1975. Beginning each week with Marie sweetly singing, “I’m a little bit country,” followed by Donny’s reply “and I’m a little bit rock and roll,” the siblings hosted a series of comedy and musical sketches until 1979. This was followed by several movie appearances and a television series run. As an icon and trusted name in family entertainment, Marie Osmond brings her warmth, joy and the “magic” of the Christmas season to the Palace. With every wonder-filled song, this event will create holiday memories for the whole family. From Marie’s symphonic version of “O, Holy Night” to rockin’ the house with Kay Thompson’s “Jingle Bells,” this is a concert that will bring a true sense of celebration to every heart. Enhanced by Marie’s orchestra and Christmas cast, the scene is set for favorite holiday tunes including “Sleigh Ride,” “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “The Christmas Waltz,” “Let There be Peace on Earth,” and “White Christmas.” The afternoon will also include a medley of some of Marie’s own hits over the past 25 years, along with a unique video sharing memories from some of the most famous televised Osmond Family Christmas shows. This concert is like getting an invitation to Marie Osmond’s personal Christmas celebration, as it includes appearances by some of Marie’s younger children. They’ll join her on stage and welcome a sleigh full of holiday cheer with a visit from Santa Claus. In addition to performing, she has made an exercise video for pregnant women, published a beauty book, designed a line of clothing patterns, and oversees the manufacturing of fine porcelain collector dolls, which she makes available on shopping networks and at Disney theme parks. In addition, Marie is committed to helping children. In the ’80s she and actor John Schneider founded the Children’s Miracle Network, a charitable organization that helps children’s hospitals around the world. This event is a holiday memory in the making, gift-wrapped and delivered at Marion’s Palace Theatre. Marion General Hospital and National City Bank generously sponsor this holiday concert. Quilt Raffle for Capital Campaign Bits & Pieces Quilt Guild visited the Palace to gather ideas for the creation of a quilt in appreciation for the contribution the Palace makes to the Marion area. The elements represented include the stained glass ceiling lights located under the balcony, the twinkling stars in the ceiling, the beautiful red curtain on stage, and the mighty Wurlitzer organ. Quilted into the border are the Palace marquee and the trademark parrot that resides in every Eberson theatre. Guild members spent 180 hours working on this quilt in the summer of 2006. The quilt is on display in the lobby. Raffle tickets are $10 each and are available at the theatre box office during regular box office hours and in the lobby at the Marie Osmond concert. The winner will be announced on Friday, December 22. GIVE THE GIFT OF THE ARTS THIS CHRISTMAS With Christmas just around the corner, the Palace is a great last minute, one-stop shopping destination. A Palace gift certificate can be used for movies, Arts Palace classes, Family Matinee events, or Lively Arts concerts. There truly is something for everyone at the Palace Theatre. Purchase gift certificates for any of our upcoming shows: January -- Lights, Camera, Amateurs and The Frog Prince February -- Peter Pan March -- The 12 Irish Tenors April -- The Lettermen and The Ugly Duckling May -- The Turtles & The Buckinghams and The Glenn Miller Orchestra HAPPY HOLID AYS! HOLIDA FR OM THE P AL ACE FROM PAL ALA THEA TRE S TAFF THEATRE ST ARTS PALACE WINTER 2007 A SNEEK PEEK ADULT CLASSES ARTS & CRAFTS One Stroke Painting—Easter Flower Pots WED., MARCH 21, 5:30-8:30 pm Silk Painting MON., MARCH 5, 5-7 pm CULINARY ARTS Knife Skills THURS., MARCH 1, 5:30-7:30 pm Down Home Cooking THURS., MARCH 8, 5:30-7:30 pm DANCE Line Dance Beginners Session I -- TUES. & THURS., FEB. 1-FEB. 27 5:15-6:15 pm Session II -- TUES. & THURS., MAR. 1-MAR 29 (NO CLASS MAR. 20) 5:15-6:15 pm Line Dance Advanced Session I -- TUES. & THURS., FEB. 1-FEB. 27, 6:15-7:15 pm Session II -- TUES. & THURS., MAR. 1-MAR 29 (NO CLASS MAR. 20) 6:15-7:15 pm East Coast Swing TUES. & THURS., FEB. 1-FEB. 27, 7:30-8:30 pm West Coast Swing TUES. & THURS., MAR. 1-MAR 29 (NO CLASS MAR. 20) 7:30-8:30 pm INTERIOR DESIGN Decorating According to your Personality THURS., FEB. 22, 7:00 -9:00 pm YOGA Beginners Yoga TUES., FEB. 6-MARCH 27 5:30-7:00 pm CHILDRENS CLASSES ARTS & CRAFTS Cartooning Ages 6-12 years SAT., FEB. 10-MARCH 17 10:00 am - 11:00 am Silk Painting Ages 6-12 years (adults free with child) MON., FEB. 5, 5-7pm Jewelry Design Ages 6-12 years (adults free with child) MON., FEB. 12, 5-7pm Pinch Pot Pottery Ages 6-12 years (adults free with child) MON., FEB. 19, 5-7pm CULINARY ARTS (Ages 7-12 years) MONDAYS Hors D’oeurves Around the World, MARCH 5, 5:30-7pm Home Made Breakfasts MARCH 12, 5:30-7:00 pm Sleepover Success MARCH 19, 5:30-7:00 pm Sweet Treats MARCH 26, 5:30-7:00 pm DRAMA/THEATRE Hand Puppet Theatre Ages 8-12 years SAT., FEB. 24, Time to be Announced HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS (Ages 5-12 years) SATURDAYS Mardi Gras Madness FEB. 3, 11:00 am-12:30 pm Valentines Fun FEB. 10, 11:00 am-12:30 pm Chinese New Year Celebration FEB. 17, 11am-12:30 pm PRESCHOOL ADVENTURES (Ages 3-5, adult attendance required) Tiny Inventors THURS., MARCH 8, 10:30 am-noon Tater Tots THURS., MARCH 15, 10:30 am-noon Simple Science Tiny Inventors THURS., MARCH 22, 10:30 am-noon LIGHTS, CAMERA, AMATEURS The Palace Talent Search • • • • Grades K-7 January 9, 7 p.m. Grades 8-12 January 11, 7 p.m. College and Career January 16, 7 p.m. Final Round for all preliminary winners Saturday, January 27, 7 p.m. Preliminary Round Admission: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $5 Students Final Round Admission: $15 Adults, $13 Seniors, $10 Students Tickets and registration forms available at the Box Office Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon, or at the door each evening OFFICES CLOSED! To enable the Palace staff to enjoy the holidays with their families, the offices will be closed from Dec. 22 - Jan. 1 PETER PAN AUDITIONS December 10, 17, and 18 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. nightly Call Backs -- December 19, 6:00 p.m ARGH! Calling all pirates and Indian princesses too. Director Greg Patterson, along with the artistic team of Don Wolfe (set design), John Holsinger (musical director) and Kristi Wink (choreographer) are on the lookout for John, Michael, Wendy, and of course, Peter himself, as well as Hook and Smee. Auditions for the winter musical, Peter Pan, are scheduled for December 10, 17 and 18, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. nightly. Interested auditioners should come with a prepared piece of music, ready to learn some basic dance steps and read a few lines. An accompanist will be provided. Auditions will take place in the Scharer Patron Lounge on the second floor of the theatre. Participants should enter through the southwest corner door marked 282. For more information on available roles, call the Palace. Got talent or enjoy watching those who do? Then January at the Palace is just for you! Back by popular demand, the Marion area’s talented will dance, sing, and play their way into your hearts during the Lights, Camera, Amateurs competition. Each age category will compete individually, with preliminary winners moving on to the final round of competition on January 27. To compete, pick up a registration form in the box office or mark your calendar now to watch all four events so you can follow the talent from beginning to end. Look out American Idol........Lights, Camera, Amateurs talent is here! Looking for a place to park? No problem! The Palace staff is frequently asked, “Where can we park?” Recently we sent our staff on an expedition of nearby downtown parking lots that are available during our shows. Here’s what we found -Palace parking lots (west and north) offer spaces for 90 vehicles, City Hall and the Rec Center provide for 120 cars, the County Building can park 168, and the Nazarene Church offers 250 additional spaces. These lots are all within a short walk of the theatre. This does not include the street parking available along Orchard and Center Streets as well. We hope this will help you in your quest for a parking spot during your next visit to the Palace. FYI The Palace Wurlitzer organ is featured on the World Wide Web. Listen to and learn about this amazing instrument by visiting http://www.theatreorgans.com/walnuthill/ feature1006.htm Our thanks to Tom Yannitell!