Summer Movie Magic
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HERE’S SOMETHING for everyone in the 19th Annual Summer Movie Magic lineup! Moviegoers will travel back in time
and see these American classics as they should be – in a historic theater with a bag of popcorn in their lap and a cold drink in their hand. Come experience some of your favorite classics on the big screen! Both digital and 35mm films will be screened, and organists Bill Snyder and Freddie Brabson will play the Mighty Wurlitzer organ before each film.
The complete 2017 Summer Movie Magic Series is as follows: Tickets can be purchased at the Tennessee Theatre box office, www.ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 865-684-1200. Ticket price is $9 for adults and $7 for children under 12 and seniors 65 and over. Subscriptions are $45 for adults and $35 for children and seniors. “Summer Movie Magic at the Tennessee Theatre offers a chance to gather with friends and family in the grand setting of a historic movie palace to experience classic films from every era and genre,” said Becky Hancock, the Theatre’s Executive Director. “For nearly 89 years, events at the Tennessee Theatre have helped create special memories for generations of East Tennesseans, and this year’s Summer Movie Magic continues that legacy.” Visit www.tennesseetheatre.com for more information.
Local Talent Leads Oak Ridge Junior Playhouse Summer Camp
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HIS SUMMER YOUTH will
have the opportunity to be inspired by local talent to explore their creativity and surround themselves with fellow thespians. Oak Ridge Junior Playhouse is pleased to connect the theater community by offering this experience to learn in a workshop setting with its summer theater camp for youth from rising third grade through rising 12th . Adra Cooper, Camp Director, notes experience doing theater with young people has led her to value its positive effects. “I have seen introverted students, who barely speak or look you in the eye, become talkative and confident young adults after finding confidence on stage,” she said, adding that she thoroughly enjoyed the Oak Ridge Junior Playhouse theater camp last year. “I especially enjoyed watching the kids grow in their confidence.” Adra brings a wealth of experience from working with youth as a drama teacher, director, and past camp director. Campers will also benefit from the creative talent and love of theater from camp assistants, Adam Moreno
Adra Cooper
Adam Moreno
and Josh Farner. Both young men grew up doing theater in Oak Ridge and Knoxville and are excited to share their enthusiasm with the Playhouse campers. Adam Moreno, assistant camp instructor, was very involved in Oak Ridge High School’s drama group, the Masquers. Adam continued his education and graduated with a degree in theater (specializing in acting) in 2016 from Middle Tennessee State University. “Theater gives you a number of skills you can’t get in any other one platform,” said Adam. “It teaches you to work with others (even if you don’t get along), to speak in front of a crowd, to listen to others, to take constructive criticism, and much more.”
Josh Farner, also an assistant camp instructor, was a frequent participant at the Oak Ridge Junior Playhouse growing up both as an actor and as a crew member. Josh currently attends the Josh Farner University of the Arts in Philadelphia and is majoring in producing, directing, and playwriting. Josh attended the Oak Ridge Junior Playhouse summer camps himself, so he’s especially excited to return as an instructor. “I hope to expand kids’ love of theater and performing,” he said. “I want them to have lots of fun and increase their confidence through acting.” The week-long camp will begin on Monday, June 12, from 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Thursday. Friday will culminate with a showcase performance at 5 pm for family and friends on stage at the Playhouse. More information and registration forms may be found at the Oak Ridge Playhouse website at www. orplayhouse.com/summer-camp. June 2017 EVERYTHING KNOXVILLE
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