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PVIS to stage “Legally Blonde Jr.” BY ANN MEAD ASH
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here’s a lot of pink in this show,” shared Alicia Trescavage, director of the Pequea Valley Intermediate School (PVIS) production of “Legally Blonde Jr.” Trescavage chose the musical because she believed her 31 cast members had the talent to do it well, but she also said it is a fun show with a good message. “Legally Blonde Jr.” will be presented in the Pequea Valley High School (PVHS) auditorium, 4033 E. Newport Road, Kinzers, on Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m.; Friday, March 22, at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, March 23, at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at www.pequeavalley.org or at the door prior to performances. The show is based on the movie “Legally Blonde” and features a dozen musical numbers. It follows the transformation of fashionista Elle Woods, played by Sadie Fisher. Elle is distressed
to learn her boyfriend, Warner, played by Aiden Hofmann, is breaking up with her because he feels she is not “serious” enough. When Warner leaves for Harvard, Elle sets a goal of winning him back. She also finds her way to the Ivy League school, where she fashions herself into a law student. While struggling to find
“It never ceases to amaze me how great these kids are.” her place, Elle becomes friends with Emmett, played by Ethan Hackett, and Paulette, played by Kennedy Haley, who help her to see her true potential. “(‘Legally Blonde Jr.’) has a really positive message about moving beyond stereotypes and finding your talents and value,” said Trescavage, who noted that cast members were familiar with the original
motion picture, which was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture: Musical or Comedy, as well as Best Actress. “Legally Blonde The Musical” opened at Broadway’s Palace Theatre in April 2007. The junior version is shorter and considered appropriate for people of all ages. Trescavage said that she and the cast members have spoken often of the lessons of female empowerment embodied in the show. “(Elle) is written as a stereotypical blonde with a degree in fashion merchandising,” explained Trescavage. “In the beginning, she’s (only at Harvard) to be with her boyfriend. Not for the academics. Then she realizes she has a talent and a heart for law.” According to Trescavage, the big showstopper is “So Much Better,” which is presented right before intermission. “Serious,” which is sung when Warner breaks up with Elle; “Legally Cast members of the Pequea Valley Intermediate School production of Blonde,” a duet between Elle and “Legally Blonde Jr.” are preparing to stage the show at Pequea Valley See PVIS pg 2 High School.
Music for a mission
In Dan Steinman’s office in Ephrata, there is a portable photo display called the Wall of Remembrance. The photos are of children who have died. The wall travels to BASIS (Brothers and Sisters in Support) events, and bereaved parents gather around it. “Every time we fold it up and take it (out), its getting fuller,” said Steinman, director of BASIS, who added that now the photos are put in a digital format so that they run on a screen at the event.
BASIS plans annual breakfast
BY ANN MEAD ASH
“Last year a dad found his son, and he took his wife over and another couple joined them and they talked. It just brings people together.” The Wall of Remembrance will be on display at the annual BASIS Breakfast, scheduled to be held at Yoder’s Restaurant & Banquet Center, 14 S. Tower Road, New Holland, on Saturday, April 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’s speaker Ron Schmidt, will speak on Finding Rest During Times of Unrest. The buffet Ron Schmidt, lead chaplain at Home, Warminster breakfast is free to attend, but Christ’s and Paradise, will speak at the
Having served as master of ceremonies at a number of area concerts, Dave Smucker, director of Alliance Network, is familiar with combining live music with the opportunity to benefit a good cause. “I remembered what (those evenings were) for our community, and I saw the collaboration and the great cause that it benefited,” recalled Smucker, who thought, “Why not do it again?” T he result is Community Concert Fundraiser, hosted by Alliance Network and benefiting Preparing the Way Ministries. The
event will be held at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland, on Saturday, March 23. The concert will feature three live gospel acts. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the concert will begin at 6 p.m. Daniel and Emma Lynn Glick are Lancaster County musicians. Daniel plays acoustic guitar, and the pair sings together, traveling to concert venues around the country. The Glicks have recorded eight albums with their band in their “desire to encourage people and praise our Lord through song.” The Matt & Nimmie Band comprises family and friends
See BASIS pg 3 annual BASIS Breakfast.
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