Stage Notes

The Stage Notes Newsletter is published the first of every month and contains lots of information about both the Theatre Arts and Choral Music programs at East Lincoln High School. We want to try not only to get the word out about upcoming performances but also to keep our community up-to-date on what our students are doing and how they can partner with us to produce the highest quality programs.

If you have friends, family, or neighbors who would enjoy this monthly look into theatre and chorus, share with them our website, www.EastLincolnOnStage.org, and they can sign up to receive the newsletter at the bottom of any page.

Thanks for being a part of our performing arts community!

In December 2020, East Lincoln On Stage was surprised with an AMAZING gift from Hickory's Carolina Broadway Theatre. It is not a secret that performing arts all over the world have been hit hard as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and local companies like Carolina Broadway Theatre were not spared. As a performance-based not-for-profit organization, months without performances equal no revenue with which to keep the organization afloat. Combined with the uncertainty of when live performances might again be a reality, CBT's Board of Directors made the tough decision to shut down the organization and dissolve the not-for-profit. After many years, the organization had collected quite an inventory of costumes, props, and set pieces that now would need a new home. The board was interested in donating their inventory to a school that was doing good things but was limited in resources. After contact to the education department at Blumenthal Performing Arts, Carolina Broadway Theatre was given our name and we received the biggest, best Christmas present ever!

While we are saddened that CBT is no longer able to bring theatre to life on stages around our community, we are grateful they chose us to honor their collection in our work using the power of theatre to help our students find their individual light.

The East Lincoln StageHands are currently working to find 100 individuals, families, businesses, organizations, or other groups willing to sponsor a seat in our Black Box Theater. Each sponsorship of $100 will place a padded seat in the theater for audiences to enjoy in the coming years. Additionally, each chair will display a custom plaque with your personalized message.

There are currently 82 remaining seats to be sponsored. If you are interested and able to help us move forward with this project, please follow the link below for additional information on completing the process. If the time is not right for you, please consider sharing this information with others who might have the interest and resources to help complete the project.

Click Here For More Information Or To Purchase Your Chair.

The one constant during this pandemic is the need for change. The performance dates for Shrek have been pushed back into March, with opening night on Thursday, March 18. In addition to a two-weekend run, there will also be a streaming option for those unable to safely visit us in person. Streaming performances will be on April 2 and 3. Live performances will be held in the East Lincoln Black Box Theater. Tickets will go on sale March 1 with seating capacity determined by the current restrictions in place for March. Mark your calendar now for this "massive musical monstrosity!" We can't wait to see you!

We are so grateful to the local businesses and organizations who sponsored and advertised with us for 2020! When you have the chance to support these businesses, please do, and let them know how much you appreciate their support of the performing arts at East Lincoln!

We will soon begin sending out sponsorship and advertisement information for 2021. We look forward to partnering with more of our local businesses and organizations as we continue to grow the performing arts programs at East Lincoln!

Did you know that one piece of music for a choir of 20 costs $55 making the total cost for a concert around $500?

Did you know that it costs around $2,000 for rights, royalties, and materials for a musical production? Those costs do not include costumes, sets, make-up, special effects, or musicians. Straight plays are a bit cheaper, but still, have some of the same monetary needs.

While expensive, these productions are amazing and wonderful laboratory settings for students to act, create, and collaborate all while learning a plethora of skills that will serve them both in the arts and in their future academic and professional endeavors.

That's where YOU come in! We are currently beginning our search for sponsors and advertisers for 2020. Each advertisement and sponsorship support FOUR CHORAL CONCERTS, THREE MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS, TWO CLASS PRODUCTIONS, and a partridge in a pear tree (well, not really!)

If you, your friend, or family member would consider partnering with us for 2020, please check out the forms below. This information can also be found on our website under the keyword SUPPORT US. You may mail the forms to the school with a check or complete them and pay online.

If you have any questions about our programs, the levels of partnership, or how the funds are used, please contact Mr. Franklin.

We look forward to seeing your businesses and organizations in our 2021 playbills!

The East Lincoln StageHANDS is a not-for-profit organization with the mission of providing manpower and financial support to the Choral Music and Theatre Arts programs at East Lincoln High School. StageHANDS are not just parents of current students, but rather a varied group of community members who understand how important the performing arts are to our students and to our community.

If you are interested in getting more information about how your time and talents can make big impacts, reach out to our president at stagehands@eastlincolnonstage.org and we will keep you in the loop!

We love to hear the words, "How can I help?" There are several ways to support the great work of our East Lincoln performers. Check out the various opportunities below and see if there are one or more areas you are led to support.

We accept donations year-round and while monetary donations are great, there are other donations that help us just as much! Below are some items that are currently on our need list. Some items are a one-time need, others are ongoing needs. No matter what type of donation you are able to make, it will be appreciated, and we will make sure to provide you with documentation of your generosity! As you might imagine, our needs change regularly. You can always see the most up-to-date list on our website under "Support Us."

Email: gregory.franklin@lcsnc.org
Website: www.EastLincolnOnStage.org
Location: East Lincoln Black Box Theater, North Carolina 73, Denver, NC, USA
Phone: (704) 736-1017 --25302--
Facebook: facebook.com/eastlincolnonstage
Twitter: @elhsonstage