From "Hidden Potential" - by Adam Grant
1. To abandon your tried-and-true methods
2. To put yourself in the ring before you feel ready, and
3. To make more mistakes than others make attempts.
The best way to accelerate growth is to embrace, seek, and amplify discomfort.”
Come out to M. Judson Booksellers on Monday, March 25 - our first day back from Spring Break - to hear readings by the students of our FAC Creative Writing studios! Our student writers will be showcasing their work and they deserve a large, supportive audience at this event.
M. Judson is located at 130 S. Main Street, Greenville. Readings begin at 5:30 p.m.
Volunteers Needed for March Events, Anti-Prom
We still have opportunities for parents to get involved at the FAC, so please click on the link to the sign up genius below. A small donation of your time goes a long way towards making our events successful. Thank you in advance for your help!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090949A9AB23A7F85-47156816-facspring
Niki Peters
FAC Parent Guild, Volunteer Coordinator
The FAC Partners will once again offer financial assistance to students in grades 9-11 who have been accepted into Summer Intensive Programs for their area of study at the FAC. Students who apply for financial assistance must be committed to attending the FAC next year. Recipients are selected first based on financial need (as determined by P.I.P. status) and then by merit (Grade Point Average). Teacher input regarding student's performance is a factor.
Interested students will need to provide proof of acceptance into the program/camp (email or hard copy) along with the submission of this form. https://forms.gle/Mefnc3QDhz8M3TjF8 The form is due Thursday, March 14, 2024.
Please note - students should complete the form by logging in to their GCS Google Accounts. Call or email us with any questions.
Pinkalicious the Musical - South Carolina Children's Theatre
Don't miss FAC students Jules Higginbotham and Reese Humphries in the SCCT production of Pinkalicious the Musical. Shows run from February 23 through March 10. For full details, please go to https://scchildrenstheatre.org/pinkalicious-the-musical/.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Clemson Little Theater
Congratulations to Jonathan Coffee (FAC Voice, Grade 10) for being cast as Willy Wonka in Clemson Little Theater's production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Performances: March 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 2024
Friday & Saturday @ 7:30 pm
Sunday @ 3:00 pm
For information on the show, please go to http://www.clemsonlittletheatre.com/.
Finding Nemo, Jr. - Greer Children's Theatre
Please check out FAC students Alexis Belknap, Sophie Fleahman and Clara Fausse in Greer Children's Theatre's production of Finding Nemo Jr. Shows are March 1-3 and 8-10.
For information and tickets, please go to https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/79898.
High School Musical, Jr. - Mauldin Cultural Center
Be sure to come out to the Mauldin Cultural Center to support the following FAC students, who are performing in High School Musical:
- Samuel Hendricks - FAC Dance
- Jacob Wahrer - FAC Voice
- Nora Woodward - FAC Voice
The show runs from March 8-24. For full information, go to https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/mauldin-cultural-center/64c41fe9f0a5e70e3c8f589d.
Into the Woods - Greenville Theatre
Don't miss Tesia Hennessy (FAC Theatre Performance - Puppeteer) and Ayden Woo (FAC Voice - Little Red Riding Hood) in Greenville Theatre's upcoming performance of Into the Woods.
February 22 - March 10, 2024
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
This production is rated PG-13 for mature themes.
The modern-day classic brings together everyone’s favorite storybook characters with a twist as they embark on unexpected journeys Into The Woods. With a Tony Award-winning score by the late Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine, this show explores what happens after your fairytale wishes come true. Join Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and Jack and Beanstalk as they go beyond “ever after” to find out what happens next on their journey.
Tickets - https://www.greenvilletheatre.org/shows-and-tickets
Seussical the Musical, Jr. - World Upside Down Theatre
Karlee John (Junior, FAC Voice) will be performing in Seussical Jr. with World Upside Theatre. The show runs May 3-11 at the Younts Center for Performing Arts - 315 N Main St, Fountain Inn, SC 29644
Box Office:(864) 409-1050
Ticket link: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36245/production/1191669
Fun Home - LEAN Ensemble Theatre in Hilton Head
Riley Fincher-Foster (FAC Theatre, 9th grade) will be performing as Small Allison in the production of Fun Home at LEAN Ensemble Theatre in Hilton Head.
Carolina Ballet Theatre would like to invite you to attend their annual outreach production, Made in the Carolinas. Every year Carolina Ballet Theatre presents a show that highlights the good works and contributions of a fellow Greenville Non-Profit Organization. This year’s performance will be in collaboration with Greenville County School’s Fine Arts Center and A.R.M.E.S. programs. The show will feature a collection of choreography produced by artists from the Carolinas and brought to life by CBT’s professional dancers as well as special guests, Greenville County Schools Fine Arts Center students. As Greenville’s premier professional ballet company, Carolina Ballet Theatre is committed to fostering artistry within our community through the dynamic medium of live dance.
The production will be held at 7:00 pm on Saturday March 9th at Dance Arts Greenville’s Black Box (255 Service Bay Road, Mauldin, SC 29662). For tickets, please go to https://carolinaballet.org/
Fine Arts Center - Greenville County Schools
Preparing dedicated students for 21st-century careers through rigorous, pre-professional arts training in a dynamic, inclusive, collaborative learning community.
Core Values
Creativity
Respect
Grit
Identity
Connection
Email: vpopat@greenville.k12.sc.us
Website: https://www.fineartscenter.net
Location: 102 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, SC, USA
Phone: (864) 355-2550
Twitter: @FACGreenville
