October 13th
2016
The Foreigner Opens Tonight  
October 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at BHS at 7:30 PM
in the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center

What does a shy Englishman in search of rest do when he visits a fishing lodge in Georgia?  In Larry Shue's hilarious farce, Charlie Baker, a proofreader by day, and boring husband by night, adopts the persona of a foreigner who doesn't understand English. When others begin to speak freely around him, he not only becomes privy to secrets both dangerous and frivolous, he also discovers an adventurous extrovert within himself.

Tickets available now at 

Special pricing at the door for the Thursday, October 20th performance:

Buy one adult admission at $15 and the accompanying party is free. Buy one student or senior admission at $10 and accompanying student or senior is free.  Offer not available online.


Meet the Cast:
Enjoy the Show

Froggy LeSueur.............Kenji Picardo
Charlie Baker.................Peter Bauer
Betty Meeks...................Hanna Uselding
David Marshall Lee........Diego Roberts Buceta    
Catherine Simms...........Cassidy Murphy     
Ellard Simms..................Logan Couch        
Owen Musser.................Nick Requarth      
Stage Manager...............Meg Shepherd


              
                       
Spectacular Homecoming Show!
Marching Band 
Watch the Marching Band play at Homecoming
Watch the Marching Band play at Homecoming

The Marching Band put on a fantastic halftime show  at the Homecoming Game Friday night! For those of you who missed the show, check out the video.  Thank you Mr. James and all members of the Marching Band for the many hours of hard work it took to create this show. Thank you also to all of the parents who helped make this event a success by chaperoning and checking uniforms in and out.  



Men's Ensemble 

The Men's Ensemble started off the evening's festivities with a beautiful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner.  We are still in search of a video of this performance.  If you have a video, please forward to Choir rep Page Harader so we can get it uploaded to the BPA website.

Mark Your Calendars
Fall Concert Dates


Spotlight Gala
Save the Date - November 19, 2016

Spotlight Gala Dinner and Auction are now on sale ! Buy your tickets today for  BPA's biggest fundraiser on the year. Ticket price includes admission, dinner, auction and live music from BPA small ensemble groups. Early bird pricing of $50 per ticket runs from October 7 th  through November 1st.  Buy tickets here.

New this year - VIP tickets! 
These premium tickets include the extra benefits of RESERVED seating and a special SWAG bag. These tickets are $75 each and there are only 32 available. Premium tickets may only be purchased online. First come, first served - buy your tickets here!
                                                          
Lend a Hand
- Donate an item for the silent and mini live auction procurement and donation info
- Donate a dessert for the alway popular dessert dash at  dessert dash

- Volunteer for a shift or two!  Sign-up here.

 

Scholarship Applications TODAY!
Don't miss the deadline

Are you in need of financial assistance for any Ballard Performing Arts fees or trips for this school year?  If so, please fill out a scholarship application form and turn it in no later than Thursday, October 13th!  We ask that you anticipate any assistance that you will need for the rest of the year (consider the Wind Ensemble trip to NYC, the Choir trip to Portland or the Orchestra trip to Icicle Creek). Scholarship forms are available  here or can be found on the forms wall in both the Band Room and the Black Box. 

BPA Spirit Wear
On sale now during The Foreigner

Ballard Performing Arts Spirit Wear will be available for sale at The Foreigner shows and upcoming music and drama performances. Online store coming soon. All proceeds go to support Ballard Performing Arts.  Items include: 
  • T-shirts - Music or Playmakers - $10
  • Stainless Steel Tumblers - Music or Playmakers - $20
  • Drawstring Packs - Music - $5
  • Crew Socks - Music -$20
  • Mardi Gras Pens - BPA -$1
  • Fleece Vests - Music - $40
Help us sell our new Spirit Wear!  Sign up here to sell merchandise during The Foreigner.


Help Wanted! Volunteers Needed
Can you lend a hand?

Wanted: BPA Spirit Wear Merchandise Sellers
Support your favorite actor by hosting the Ballard Performing Arts Spirit Wear Table.  The Foreigner provides an opportunity for us to sell our New Merchandise!  Sell t-shirts, mugs, fleece and more to raise funds for our program.  Help Patti sell, shortly before, during intermission and after the play.  It's a great way to participate if you are already planning to come to the show.  6:50 PM until shortly after the curtain closes. Click here to sign up.

Wanted: Photographers and Videographers
Are as creative as your kids? Help us promote the BPA program and keep archive of all of the performances.  Keeping our visual records up to date has helped our band, choir and orchestra qualify for national opportunities. It's fun for families and far flung friends and relatives to see the performances and provides us with resources for publication and festival application. They also supply our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter feeds. We are looking for volunteers for each of the three Ballard Performing Arts music groups.  
Many hands make light work.  Click here to sign up.  Performances start soon - Choir Oct 26, Orchestra Nov 2 and Band Nov 3. 

Wanted:  Poster Distributors
Hear ye! Hear ye! Let's get the word out!
Work with the directors to distribute posters in nearby establishments:  schools, libraries, churches, businesses, and other local organizations.  Work with other volunteers to distribute posters.  There is already a list of locations from previous years and events. Click  here to sign up.


Band Photo Available Soon
Order your copy today

The photos are 8x10 and cost $10 each.  Checks should be made payable to Rowland Studios with MB photo in the note line and placed in the band room mailbox. Deadline for ordering is November 23rd. Questions?  Contact  Jill Hansen.

Community News
GRAMMY Music Camp in Bellevue on October 22

The GRAMMYs are returning to Bellevue, and we have availability for an upcoming GRAMMY CampĀ® on Saturday, October 22nd. The Camp is being held for the second time at the Boys & Girls Club of Bellevue.  This is a rare - and completely free - opportunity.  Click here for information and registration.
   
The program, tailored for high-school age students, takes place from 9am-5pm on Oct 22nd at:
Boys & Girls Club of Bellevue
15228 Lake Hills Blvd.
Bellevue, WA 98007
 
GRAMMY CampĀ® is a one-day non-residential music industry experience where a small group (25-40) students gain an introduction to the business of music and how they can become successful in.

Disclaimer: BPA does not screen or endorse any of the programs listed in the Community News 


Upcoming Events 
Printable BPA Event Calendar here

Mon 10/3 - Fri 10/21
Chinook Book Sale Extended!  Students can pick up books and/or app every day after school before 3:35 PM in little room to the left of the auditorium lobby.  All money due back by  10/21 ! Questions?  Contact Ingrid Riley
Thu
10/13 - 15
Fall Play:  The Foreigner  at 7:30 PM in the BHS Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center. Tickets at ShowTix4u .
Fri 10/14 Pacific Lutheran University Orchestra Invitational at PLU.  Depart BHS at 8:15 AM
Thu
10/20 - 22
Fall Play:  The Foreigner at 7:30 PM in the BHS Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center. Tickets at ShowTix4u .   Note - special 2 for 1 at the door pricing for the 10/20 show.
TBA 10/21
or 10/22
Marching Band playing in the stands at BHS Football game.  Time/Date TBA
Wed 10/26
Men's Ensemble Rehearsal 1:15 - 1:40 PM in the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center
Wed 10/26 Fall Choir Concert 7:30 PM in the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center
Wed 11/2
Fall Orchestra Concert 7:30 PM in the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center
Thu 11/3
Fall Band Concert 7:30 PM in the Earl Kelly Performing Arts Center
Tue 11/15 Concert Choir to WWU Choral Invitational Festival.  Depart BHS at 6:00 AM. Return 3:30 PM
Tue 11/19
Spotlight Gala 6:00 PM at the Leif Erikson Lodge.  Tickets available here 


Contact
Ballard Performing Arts Booster Club
PO Box 17774 
Seattle, WA  98127
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