February 2006

Missouri S&T Music and Theatre to Present "Footloose�

One of the most explosive and popular contemporary movies has burst onto the live stage as a full-fledged musical! When teenager Ren and his mom relocate from Chicago to a small rural Texas town, he is not prepared for the rigorous local laws. Years ago, following a night of partying at the dance, a car accident claimed the lives of four local teens including the son of a local minister Shaw Moore. In a misguided attempt to honor the victims, the reverend pushed through a town ordinance banning dancing and in the process has kept alive a memory that can only foster pain. At the emotional heart of "Footloose,� is a boy longing for the father who walked out on him and a man aching for the son he lost. Ultimately Rev. Moore realizes that only through placing trust in our young people can they become truly trustworthy.

"Footloose,� is propelled by the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar nominated Top 40 score, the soundtrack album having hit number one on the Billboard charts. Musical highlights are "Let's Hear It For he Boy,� "Almost Paradise,� "Holding Out for a Hero,� "The Girls Gets Around,� and "I'm Free.�

"Footloose,� will run March 2, 3 ,4, at 8:00 p.m. And March 5, at 2:00 p.m. in Leach Theatre at Castleman Hall on the Campus of UM- Rolla. Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. Reserved seating is available at 573-341-4219

Symphony Band Playing Tribute to Rosa Parks Sunday, February 12

The University of Missouri-Rolla Bands and Orchestra have been working diligently this semester. The Symphony Band, Symphonic Winds, and University and Community Orchestra, all directed by Dr. Donald Miller, are preparing for their first concerts in the next few weeks. With these upcoming performances the ensembles will have the opportunity to showcase the pieces they have been rehearsing, as well as sharing their passion for music.

The Symphony Band and Symphonic Wind ensembles will perform on Sunday, February 12, 2006, University Orchestra Open at 2:00 p.m. in Missouri S&T's Leach Theatre.

The Symphony Band is performing several pieces to the Community including, "English Folk Songs� by Ralph Vaughan The University and Community Orchestra provides Williams, "Ginger Marmalade� by Warren Benson, an opportunity for Missouri S&T students and members of the "Toccata for Band� by Frank Erickson, "Mini-Suite� by Rolla community to perform together. With musicians Morton Gould, and "A Movement for Rosa,� a tribute of various ages, backgrounds, and abilities the orchestra to Rosa Parks and all civil rights activists, composed by is a veritable melting pot of talent. Mark Camphouse. The orchestra meets on Monday evenings and will The Symphonic Winds are performing "Night Flight also get the chance to showcase their talent at an March� by K.I. King, "American Overture� by Joseph upcoming concert. The orchestra will be performing on Willcox Jenkins, and "Sleep� by Eric Whitacre. Thursday, March 23, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. in Leach Theatre.

Piano Students to Present 10th Annual Piano Bash

The 10th Annual Piano Bash will be held in 138 Castleman Hall on Friday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. A second semester tradition, the Piano Bash will feature 16 Missouri S&T students playing piano at the same time. Several duets will also be featured. Pieces to be performed include "Variations on Three Blind Mice�, "Bob's Blues,� "Smokey Mountain Reel� and "Celebration Overture� among others. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, you may contact Lorie Francis, instructor, at lorief@mst.edu or call the Performing Arts office at 341-4185.

Listen to the Pep Band at Home Basketball Games

The Missouri S&T Pep Band, a student led ensemble, has been a musical and morale-boosting presence at Missouri S&T's men's and women's varsity basketball games this season. They keep the fans entertained with all sorts of stand tunes, including "The Star Spangled Banner,� Classic Rock favorites, and themes from popular television shows and movies.

Performances are at Missouri S&T home basketball games and sometimes run for several hours when there is a double-header.

The Pep Band received recognition for their efforts when a fan of an opposing team donated $50 to them at a recent Lady Miners' basketball game.

Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Spring Choir Concert

The University Choir will present their spring program at

7:00 p.m., Friday,April 28 in Leach Theatre, Castleman Hall.

Included on the program are "Missa Festiva� by John Leavitt, "Praise His Holy Name� by Keith Hampton, "Remember� by Steven Chatman, and "If Music Be The Food of Love� by David Dickau. Accompanied by student Scott Brendler, the University Choir personnel is made up of both students, faculty, and community members.

Admission is free. Please contact Lorie Francis, director, at lorief@mst.edu for more information.

Bravo! Center Stage Club

A standing ovation is in order for the patrons of the Missouri S&T Theatre Center Stage Club.

To date, CSC has donated $13,127.48 toward the support of Missouri S&T Theatre scholarships and production costs.

With massive budget cuts, UM-Rolla's theatre program has been forced to seek out patrons who understand the importance of arts education and are willing to put their hard earned dollars to provide students with opportunities to continue their participation in theatre.

Bravo! Center Stage Club......Many.....Many.... Thanks.