Sinag-tala Filipino Theater and Performing Arts Association

Hi, Sinag-tala Family members. Newcomer? Returning company member? Did you miss the auditions or the recent Ignite the Nite Fundraiser but still wish to join the 2010 Sinag-tala company?

Well, you’ll be glad to know that as the weather begins to heat up again this week, so does our 2010 season. Don’t miss the excitement – join us at the important orientation for all new and returning company members tomorrow, Wednesday, September 1, at 6:30PM at the Sinag-tala Studio, 4200 82nd Street, Suite E, Sacramento 95826.

We welcome even those who’ve just now made up their minds about joining (or are still thinking about it). This orientation will give everyone a chance to meet each other – kids, teens, grownups, families, artistic staff, business staff, volunteers, etc. and to learn more about this year’s show. Some of the things we’ll be sharing will be our schedules; casting policies; production costs; volunteer needs; the material we’ll be performing; safety and security; etc. You get to ask all the questions you want to ask. We’ll also get everyone registered on our official database.

Remember that the minimum age is 4 years old. No previous experience or training is required. Of course, seasoned artists are always welcome too. See you tomorrow!

Sonny Alforque
CEO & Artistic Director

Catch our performance at the Adobo Festival at William Land Park on August 21st!

The first is the Strauss Tea Festival, which will be held at 3:00PM on Saturday, March 13 at the Laguna Town Hall. The Tea Festival is a fundraiser for the annual Elk Grove Strauss Festival which is held in Elk Grove Park.

The Second will be a Haiti Relief concert being organized in partnership with well-known cultural arts organizations including Ebo Okokan and the Sacramento Cultural Arts Center. The tentative date for this is Saturday, March 27 at a venue soon to be announced.

We’ll get the word out about other bookings as they come up.

Why Sinag-tala Artists make us proud:

• Brian Rivera is appearing in the Arclight Repertory Theater world premier production of Persimmons in Winter, February 6 thru February 28 at MACLA, 510 S. First Street, San Jose, CA. For more details, visit http://arclightrep.org/ .

• Alaia Lacerna dances with the Sheldon High School Universal Rhythm Dance Company at 7:00PM on February 13 at the Sheldon High Performing Arts Center. For ticket prices and directions, e-mail Alaia at Sillimonky200@comcast.net .

• BJ Aglubat appears in and Gladys Imperio-Acosta staffs the Teatro Espejo production of The Women of Juarez from February 19 thru March 9 at California Stage, 1723 25th Street, Sacramento 95816. For more information, visit www.calstage.org .

• Edith Montemayor performs with the Fusion Dance Company plus the Franklin High Tinikling Dance Club (which she founded) at the Fusion Mainstage Concert, February 26 and 27, Cosumnes Oaks High School Auditorium, Elk Grove. Contact Edith for venue location, show schedules and ticket prices at pinayhuladancer@yahoo.com .

• Joseph “Punky” Larot and the champion hiphop company Jabbawockeez are currently on a 2-month Philippines tour. Their most recent appearances were on February 5 in Cebu City and Febraury 6 in Taguig City. For details on future tour dates, visit http://www.jbwkz.com .

• Lorraine De Arco returns to the Magic Circle Theatre production of Smokey Joe’s Cafe, which will run from March 26 thru April 24 at the Magic Circle Theatre. For other information, visit http://www.mcircle.org/shows/smokey_joes_10/index.html

Calling Sinag-tala artists and parents! Got a recital, musical, concert, play, reading, book signing, competition, exhibition, screen role or demonstration coming up? Let us know about it. Send us an e-mail with complete show dates, times, venues, event description (check first for accuracy and correct spelling). Due to limited space and time constraints, only arts events involving Sinag-tala Family members will be posted. Four to six weeks advance notice preferred.

Be the envy of others. Experience the thrill of performing at the Sacramento World Music and Dance Festival, CA State Fair, Pacific Rim Street Festival, Filipino Fiesta and other exciting venues during the Spring and Summer. Training is free. Join the Sinag-tala Theater Ensemble.

Auditions for new singers, dancers and actors will be held at 1:30PM on March 7 at the Sinag-tala Studio, 4200 82nd Street, Suite E, Sacramento 95826. Everyone auditioning must be ready to sing any song of his/her choice. Children must be at least 6 years old due to training and touring conditions.* All teens and adults (including seniors) are welcome. Open to all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Filipino ancestry not required. No previous training required.

Returning members of the 2009 Ensemble are exempt from auditioning but must apply in person on March 7.

Training and rehearsals begin March 13.

Those who join the Theater Ensemble are automatically eligible to join the cast of Sinag-tala 2010: A Theatrical Revue in December.

*Note: Unlike the Theater Ensemble, the minimum age for child performers in Sinag-tala 2010: A Theatrical Revue is 4 years. We recommend this alternative to parents withe children under 6.

For more information, send an e-mail to SFTPAA@aol.com.

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Thanks and keep GoodSearching!

Sonny Alforque
CEO & Artistic Director

Hello again, Sinag-tala Family! I hope you’re managing to keep dry. This is just another reminder that we’re showing the ST2009 DVD this coming Saturday, January 30, at the Studio. It’s our yearly tradition, and everyone’s invited!

We’re having a potluck starting at 3:00PM. Bring something to share!

Also, we can really use the help of a few good volunteers to help set up the food area, tables, chairs, projection screen, etc. So I’d appreciate hearing from anyone who can be there at 2:45PM or earlier to give us a hand.

DVDs that have been paid for may be picked up during the showing. Copies are available for those who haven’t ordered or paid yet at $35 per copy. Bring a check or cash. See you on Saturday. Please RSVP via e-mail. Thanks.

Sonny Alforque
CEO & Artistic Director

Hi, Sinag-tala Family. Time for another reunion! We’re having a screening party to celebrate the release of the ST2009 DVD – bonus footage and interviews included!

Whether you were onstage the entire time and wondered how things looked from the audience seats, or you were in the audience but wished you could see the show close up, or you didn’t get to see the show and would like to see the magic you missed, here’s your chance! Also, listen to some inspiring and funny on-camera interviews! Find out what little JJ wouldn’t say!

At 3:00PM on Saturday, January 30 we’re having a potluck at the Studio. The screening will begin promptly at 3:20PM. We’ll have some food and beverages, view the DVD, admire ourselves, cheer and be very amused. And we can celebrate seeing each other again – after all, it’ll have been seven whole weeks since the cast party!

All those who have already ordered (and paid) for their DVDs may pick up their copies at the party; those who have not yet ordered or paid may still do so (bring your check book or $35 in cash or pay in advance online by clicking on the Donate button on the right). Either way, won’t it be nice to see everyone again? Please RSVP by responding to this e-mail by January 26. Thanks and see you at the party!

Sonny Alforque
CEO & Artistic Director

Courtesy of Crossings TV. Maraming Salamat!