'Beauty and the Beast Jr.' Local Students Perform
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Sports 11 ❖ Cool Ride Winter Fun, Page 3 Calendar, Page 7 ❖ Classified, Page 10 Classified, Local Students Perform in ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’ Entertainment, Page 2 Eight Family Adventures To Brighten Winter Days Winter Fun, Page 3 Photo by Deborah Stevens/The Almanac Photo online at potomacalmanac.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.comJanuary 29 - February 4, 2014 Potomac Almanac ❖ January 29 - February 4, 2014 ❖ 1 Entertainment Local Students Perform in ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’ the adorable teacups wishing you to ‘Be Our Musical to be presented Guest’ at the cold late January performances when they will warm your heart and leave by Bravo@Kat. you bubbling with excitement.” Photography by Photography Josie Weinberg, an 8th grade student at By Susan Belford Herbert Hoover Middle School, said, The Almanac “Beauty and the Beast is a classic show that I’ve loved since I was a little girl. The show veryone loves the story and mu- teaches us that beauty isn’t all that meets sical score of the whimsical the eye and sometimes we have to look be- E“Beauty and the Beast” — the Proudkii Val neath the surface. Bringing the story we all Tony award- winning Disney know and cherish to life on stage is a won- stage production that took Broadway by a derful experience. Performing with some of storm in 1994. Based on the 1991 film of my best friends makes it even better. With the same name, which was in turn adapted this show I’ve been able to expand on my from the French fairy tale by Jeanne-Marie Gaston (Sam Nasar) is surrounded by Silly acting skills because I’m playing a charac- Le Prince de Beaumont, “Beauty and the Belle (Leah Fox) receives an Girls (from left) Mia Blackman, Lydia Levy, ter (Mrs. Potts) who is different from the Beast” tells the story of a prince who is trans- enchanted rose from her Jenna Prosen and Rachel Herman. usual roles I play.” formed into a hideous beast as punishment Beast (Ethan Miller). Ethan Miller, also a student at Hoover for his cruel and selfish ways, and an ad- quality family entertainment is what Middle School, has been with Bravo@Kat venturous young woman named Belle young artists - one that attracts talent from prompted Bravo@Kat to present a spectacu- since they began. He said, “I really enjoy whom he imprisons in his castle. In order all around the D.C. metropolitan area. The lar double cast of talent for six shows of working with the cast and directors of the to become human again, the Beast must cast is led by two Beasts – 15-year-old Zach ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.,’” said Executive show and have learned a lot. A lot of the earn Belle’s love before it’s too late. Conneen, who will be appearing in episodes Producer Laurie Levy Issembert. “With a cast have been in shows together in the past, Bravo@Kat (Kensington Arts Theatre) of “Modern Family” as a guest star, and cast of 51 young artists, featuring students and we really enjoy spending time together will present this musical Jan. 31-Feb. 2, at Ethan Miller who will literally step from one in grades 3-9 from all over the metropoli- and bonding throughout the rehearsal pro- the Randolph Road Theatre, 4010 Randolph stage to another when Signature Theatre’s tan area, award-winning Director/Choreog- cess.” Through her involvement with Road, Silver Spring. The production will be production of “Gypsy” closes the day before rapher Darnell Morris and Music Director Bravo@Kat, 5th grader Anna Corbin has performed at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” opens. Both per- Mayumi Baker Griffie have crafted a show learned “how much work it takes to make a at 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7:30 on Saturday, formers are veterans of Bravo@Kat, and whose message resonates with the creative wonderful show.” Feb. 1 and at 1:30 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, play opposite Marjorie Long and Leah Fox sentimentality of the youthful cast. And, as The parents must also be committed to Feb. 2. Tickets are $18 on-line and $20 at — two Belles. Ethan, Marjorie and nine always, Laurie Levy reaches out to include the program. “We couldn’t do it without the the door. other cast members are Potomac residents. ingénues in grades 1 and 2 who are just support and volunteerism of the parents, Bravo@Kat is a local theatre program for “Disney’s well-deserved reputation for ‘breaking into the business.’ They will be grandparents and families,” said Issembert. JT Interiors at Potomac House Invites you to join us. Wine &Chocolate Tasting Soiree Saturday, February 8th 2 p.m.–5 p.m. 9906 River Road, Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-0485 facebook.com/jtinteriorspotomac 2 ❖ Potomac Almanac ❖ January 29 - February 4, 2014 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Potomac Almanac Editor Steven Mauren 703-778-9415 or [email protected] Winter Fun See www.potomacalmanac.com Eight Family Adventures To Brighten Winter Some ideas for getting out of the house. By Susan Belford T The Almanac he temperatures are chilling, the days are short and dreary, and the winter doldrums have set in. All the closets have been thor- oughly cleaned. Too many cookies — for that waistline — have been baked. Even the children are frustrated with being home from school and activities for too many days. Sick of wet boots, dirty floors and pull- ing on and stripping off snowsuits? Even the holiday computer games and toys have become tiresome. How to make it through these next few dreary months until spring brings sunshine and singing birds? Here are some alternatives for turning winter days into special memories. These include ideas to get the couch potatoes off the sofa, options for sharing the beauty of a winter day with the family, and some fun activities that might not have been consid- ered. So go for it. Bundle up with hats and mittens, head out of the house, and take advantage of these cold days with some new adventures. EXPERIENCE the feeling of springtime when visiting the Natural History Museum’s Photo by Deborah Stevens/The Almanac Butterfly Pavilion. Stroll among live butter- Youngsters play ice hockey. flies and exotic plants in a warm, cozy greenhouse environment. Butterflies ex- nity to get close to a variety of living but- located at 1000 Constitution Avenue, Wash- the desert or to see beautiful orchids in plode around you, landing on your heads, terflies from all over the world. Open 10:15 ington D.C. bloom. arms and shoulders. Just be certain not to a.m. – 5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased Located just steps for the U.S. Capitol, the take one with you when you leave. This online before you visit: $6 for adults, $5 VISIT the U.S. Botanic Garden to hike tropical oasis offers visitors a rare opportu- for children This Smithsonian Museum is through a jungle, learn about the cacti of See Some Ideas, Page 4 No lack of activities Fun in Winter — indoors and out. 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