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Bravo to the BLT
From staff reports
Baytown Sun Published August 5, 2009 The Baytown Little Theater’s production of ‘Beauty and the Beast,” ongoing through this Sunday, has brought something special to Baytown. The cast of the musical is immensely talented, the sets are beautiful, and the music makes hearts soar. Children from all over the area have fallen in love with this production, and rightly so. All those who have made this show a reality should be commended for their part in its resounding success.
However, behind the scenes are quiet philanthropists and benefactors who, though not standing in the limelight, are stars in their own respect. Local individuals, groups and businesses have all given of themselves in parts both big and small, and in ways many might not have considered.
From start to finish, these silent stars have aided in the creation of the show. Lee College gave use of their brand new Performing Arts Center, without which a show of this magnitude would not have been possible. The San Jacinto Mall was home to the production’s set, which was constructed inside the old Montgomery Ward’s automobile repair bay. And, once the 14-foot-tall set was completed, it was dismantled and brought to the college by trucks donated by Alliance Realty and Mark Walker Trucking.
Significant amounts of funding came from such businesses as Distant Travel and Community Toyota, as well as from individual donors. Chiropractor Dr. Tim Stiff gave his time to keep cast members’ backs and muscles in shape through grueling rehearsals. And Baytown floral shop Botanical Designs donated floral centerpieces for the show’s opening night festivities.
Baytown resident Jenny Johnson choreographed the show, using the skills she has honed through her years of dance training. And longtime BLT member Jim Wadzinski, as director of the show, brought the cast together under his vision of what would eventually become the spectacle on the stage.
The City of Baytown has also been very generous in their support of the show, and has further demonstrated their support for local arts and culture through their efforts.
Of course, this show would not be possible without the Baytown Symphony Orchestra, which has provided live music for the production. The BLT has typically had musicians provide the music for the show, but a full orchestra plays in the orchestra pit this time around — an unprecedented feat in Baytown.
The numerous volunteers both on and offstage also deserve a pat on the back. No one involved in this musical is paid for their efforts; rather, they give of their time, their talents and their pocketbooks to put on this show. From the actors to the light crew to the set designers, each did their share in the inception of Baytown’s biggest cultural event to date.
And, of course, the audiences for these shows deserve their own round of applause. They are the reason this production was brought to the stage in the first place.
It is our sincere hope that such events happen in the future. Considering the amount of support this community has shown, it is a distinct possibility that they could. Everyone involved with this show, in any way, deserves a standing ovation.
Baytown Sun Published August 5, 2009 The Baytown Little Theater’s production of ‘Beauty and the Beast,” ongoing through this Sunday, has brought something special to Baytown. The cast of the musical is immensely talented, the sets are beautiful, and the music makes hearts soar. Children from all over the area have fallen in love with this production, and rightly so. All those who have made this show a reality should be commended for their part in its resounding success.
However, behind the scenes are quiet philanthropists and benefactors who, though not standing in the limelight, are stars in their own respect. Local individuals, groups and businesses have all given of themselves in parts both big and small, and in ways many might not have considered.
From start to finish, these silent stars have aided in the creation of the show. Lee College gave use of their brand new Performing Arts Center, without which a show of this magnitude would not have been possible. The San Jacinto Mall was home to the production’s set, which was constructed inside the old Montgomery Ward’s automobile repair bay. And, once the 14-foot-tall set was completed, it was dismantled and brought to the college by trucks donated by Alliance Realty and Mark Walker Trucking.
Significant amounts of funding came from such businesses as Distant Travel and Community Toyota, as well as from individual donors. Chiropractor Dr. Tim Stiff gave his time to keep cast members’ backs and muscles in shape through grueling rehearsals. And Baytown floral shop Botanical Designs donated floral centerpieces for the show’s opening night festivities.
Baytown resident Jenny Johnson choreographed the show, using the skills she has honed through her years of dance training. And longtime BLT member Jim Wadzinski, as director of the show, brought the cast together under his vision of what would eventually become the spectacle on the stage.
The City of Baytown has also been very generous in their support of the show, and has further demonstrated their support for local arts and culture through their efforts.
Of course, this show would not be possible without the Baytown Symphony Orchestra, which has provided live music for the production. The BLT has typically had musicians provide the music for the show, but a full orchestra plays in the orchestra pit this time around — an unprecedented feat in Baytown.
The numerous volunteers both on and offstage also deserve a pat on the back. No one involved in this musical is paid for their efforts; rather, they give of their time, their talents and their pocketbooks to put on this show. From the actors to the light crew to the set designers, each did their share in the inception of Baytown’s biggest cultural event to date.
And, of course, the audiences for these shows deserve their own round of applause. They are the reason this production was brought to the stage in the first place.
It is our sincere hope that such events happen in the future. Considering the amount of support this community has shown, it is a distinct possibility that they could. Everyone involved with this show, in any way, deserves a standing ovation.