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Albert Nolen
On with the show
Casting for the musical, “The Music Man,” at the Betty Greenberg for Performing Arts has been announced and rehearsals will begin very soon. Winning the coveted roles were Nancy Beaulieu, Chad Illa-Petersen, Brandon Rhodes, Alisa Bell, Katriana Nossa, Emma Brown, JJ Jackson, Landis Buckner, Leyni Illa-Petersen, Angel Suitt, GiGi Mondello, Jeri Sullivan, Jo Fuller, Lon Felps, Glen Wise, Austin Wise, Don Reeves, BJ Sanchez, Herbert Sanchez, Benjamin Jester, Bert Smith, Jared Mozeley and Daniel Whitton. The ensemble cast consists of Grace Mathis, Aranza Tiherna, Ali Nelson, Peyton Hanna, Cadence Hayes, Lillyana Hamond, Celia Crittenden, Anna Goss, Joyce Hall, Evie Mason, Kelly Morgan, Beth Graham, Sarah Beth Jester, Ireland Mayfield, Roxanne “Roxy” Cumpian, Lizzy Alm, Mattie Bergeron and Max Manella. Congrats!
Exciting season… for Beaumont Community Players, which opens Sept. 9 with “The Music Man,” followed by “Frankie and Johnny – in the Clair de Lune” on Oct. 21-Nov. 5, “It’s a Wonderful Life: A 1940s Radio Play” on Nov. 25-Dec. 11, “Elf” on Dec. 2-18, “The Mountain Top” on Jan. 20-Feb. 4, “Sister Act” on Feb. 24-March 11, “The 39 Steps” on March 31-April 15, and “The Spongebob Musical” on May 5-20. Can’t wait!
Speaking of Beaumont Community Players… Charlotte Mains and her committee will once again orchestrate the second annual White Linen Night fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 13, from 7-11 p.m. on the grounds of BCP (4155 Laurel St.). The Flava Band will entertain guests while they shop for great local art and sip on their favorite libation. Some of the artists who will be participating are Mike Cacioppo, Jamie Kessler, Emily Bagget, Debbie Minyard, Ines Alvarez, Megan Copeland, Marilyn Bell, Michelle Kinnard and Redd Allen. There will also be some treasures from Young Life Estate Sales. Committee members fast at work on organizing this fun evening are Jane Broussard, Kimberly Goodson, Margie Chase, Suzanne Maloney, Derek McWilliams, Jerry Thacker, Lane Wilson, Jack George and Bobbie Applegate. It was nearly a century ago when Beaumont Community Players was originated with no indoor air conditioning, so community members had to find creative ways to stay cool. Since the color white reflects heat, while linen clothing became a staple fashion among the locals during the warm summer months… thus the enjoyment of “White Linen Nights” in August to celebrate the arts in our warm (this year-extremely) Beaumont summer. Early bird tickets are available at BCP box office for $15 until Aug. 11 and will be $20 day of event. Wear your white linen or summer shorts to stay cool as the “Arts heat up Beaumont.” See you there!
So interesting… The Heritage Society Happy Hour was held last Thursday evening in conjunction with Hancock Whitney displaying Florence Chamber’s incredible artwork. In the mix were Jean and Dennis Moncla, Taylor Blount, Rusty Chimeno, Christina and Josh Crawford, Mark Fiorenza, Keith Hawkes, Jason Owens, Amanda Ellis, Vickie Sauerwein, Caroline Shea, Danielle Sutton, Joanna Truncali, Kara Timberlake, Mary Von Netzer, Rachel Wilson, Rayanna Hoeft and Mathew Fisher. Staff members present were Shelby Brannan, Karli Stansbury, Chevelle Thomas, Melanie Karr, Sophia Bouey and Katherine McAtee.
Standing ovation… to two lovely and talented dance students from iRule Dance Studio – Brett Rule and Kendalyn Breakfield. Brett received more than $335,000 in scholarships from the New York City Dance Alliance Foundation College Audition. She has received offers and scholarships from Montclair State University, Dean College, MaryMount in NYC and Point Park University. She will also receive a $10,000 scholarship from the New York City Dance Alliance Foundation for the college of her choice. Kendalyn was selected out of thousands and completed her New York City Rockette’s Conservatory. Bravo to two of our fair city’s own!
Happy anniversary… Jeanine and Alex Bando (21 years), Lynn and Greg Jackson (35), Kathleen and Richard Swope (43), and Tammy and Bert Hebert (45).
Candles and cakes…bleated best to Jadeanne Hayes, Kathy Sibley, Cile Childress, Will Ohmstede Jr., Mark Phelan, Magda Villarreal, Ashton Levine and Monica Aragon. B-day wishes to Eddie Snowden, Kayla Bourque, Lou Huber, Pat Parson, Lan Phelan, Terry Morris, Mike Petit, Mandy Oliverio, Pati Barnett, Larry Clayton, Brit Gober, Beth Rogers, Rosa Croley, Stephanie Flatten, Dave Stovall, Tana Thompson, Macon Ware, Corey Toms, Tanya Cavness, Scott Kinsel, Bill Callahan, Claire Day, Chip Ferguson, Grace Cordts, John Yearwood, Mary Rhea, Susan Martin, Shelley Tortorice, Kenny Royer, Cresta Rumery, Brittan Aaron and Elizabeth Winslow.
Until the next RSVP!