Jonesborough Repertory Theatre Announces Audition Dates for Arabian Nights

Jonesborough Repertory Theatre will hold auditions for the Stage Hands Production of Lowell Swortzell’s enchanting Arabian Nights at the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center on January 8th at 2 p.m. and 9th at 7 p.m. The production is open to deaf and hearing actors with approximately eight men and nine women, as high school students and adults are encouraged to audition. Auditions will also pay special attention to skills in dance and American Sign Language.

Arabian Nights is a dramatic story of a Persian Queen, Scheherazade, who uses her wits and skills as a master storyteller to save her life as she transforms a cruel sultan into a compassionate and understanding human being. JRT Director Janette Gaines will use dance, American Sign Language, spoken English and eye catching visuals to bring Lowell Swortzell’s enchanting script to life.

Auditions will include scenes from the Arabian Night’s script, as monologues, short dance or sign language demonstrations are encouraged but not required. JRT Stage Hands Productions use both spoken English and American Sign Language to communicate dialogue while acting out each play. Shows are performed using shadow interpreting. All specified performances are communication accessible to both hearing and deaf audience members.

Arabian Nights will run March 8th through 18th with performances on Friday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $14 general admission and $12 for students and seniors. To purchase tickets, call the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center at 423.753.1010 or visit online at www.jonesboroughtheatre.com.

For further information on the production call the Jonesborough Repertory Theatre at 423.791.4440.

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Foster Care Orientation for the New Year. Call and Sign-up 12/18/11-1/16/12. Orientation will actually be held Tues. Jan. 17th at 6:30pm or Sat. Jan. 21st at 1:00pm. Location will be at Omni Visions, Inc. 806 E. Jackson Blvd. Ste. 1 Jonesborough, TN 37659.

Every Child Deserves a Family and YOU do not have to be A Perfect Parent to be THE Perfect Family for a child in need!

Omni Visions is accepting applications from families and individuals with patience and understanding who live in the Tri-Cities area to provide care for children and youth with educational challenges and other therapeutic needs. Make a difference in the life of a child!! We provide on-going training, 24-hour support, and a generous tax-free stipend. For more information, please call Judy at (423) 913-2569 ext 1105 or www.omnivisions.com.

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Registration for the 2012 season will be held at the Avoca Elementary Cafeteria as follows:
January 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 & 28
February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 & 25
Thursday's 6pm-8pm & Saturday's 10am-3pm

Begining with the 2012 season Avoca Youth Baseball will be requiring state issued ID cards for players age verification. These can be obtained at the Department of Motor Vehicles Office, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Trish Terry
Marketing Director

Avoca Little League

P.O. Box 1222

Bristol, TN 37621

Cell:    276-492-5544

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Radio Royalties Bill HR 848! Have you heard about this?

A bill has been introduced in Congress that would keep your favorite radio station from playing the music you love! It’s true! You see, most of the record labels are now owned by foreign companies and they’re demanding that Congress pass new laws requiring radio stations to pay them millions of dollars a year or…quit playing music! We think they’re looking for a big bail out at radio’s expense. Music stations like 98.5 WTFM would have to turn to talk, news or sports to try to make a living. You would have to find another way to hear your favorite music without having to pay for it yourself. This is just not right.

Since the very beginning… American record companies and artists have encouraged radio stations to play their songs. That relationship has been a big factor in the careers of artists like John Mellencamp, Rod Stewart, Kelly Clarkson, and scores of others who have openly thanked radio for getting their music to you.

Now, a Radio Royalties Bill...H.R. 848 has been introduced in Congress. Please, help us stop this bill by calling your Congressman or Congresswoman and telling them to oppose the radio royalties bill. You’ll find the contact info you need below.

Thank you for your help!

Congressional Contact Info:

Phil Roe - 1st District Tennessee
Phone: 423-354-0144
DC Phone: 202-225-6356
DC Fax: 202-225-5714
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John J. Duncan, Jr. - 2nd District Tennessee
Phone: 423-745-4671
DC Phone: 202-225-5435
DC Fax: 202-225-6440
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Zach Wamp - 3rd District Tennessee
Phone: 800-883-2369
DC Phone: 202-225-3271
DC Fax: 202-225-3494
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Rick Boucher - 9th District Virginia
Phone: 276-628-1154
DC Phone: 202-225-3861
DC Fax: 202-225-0442
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Virginia Foxx - 5th District North Carolina
Phone: 828-265-0240
DC Phone: 202-225-2071
DC Fax: 202-225-2995
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Patrick McHenry - 10th District North Carolina
Phone: 828-765-2729
DC Phone: 202-225-2576
DC Fax: 202-225-0316
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