May 15, 2009

Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 16th- Cross Section Coffeehouse at Greenleaf at 7 pm. Admission is $5, and includes one beverage.

Saturday, May 30th- Improv coffeehouse at 7 pm. It is also at Greenleaf, and admission is $5, and includes one beverage.
Monday, May 25th we will not be having classes due to Memorial Day.
June 12-13th is the Songwriters’ Session workshop. This is a workshop for anyone ages 14 and up who wants to learn how to write music and/or lyrics. It is from 6-9 p.m., and there will be a coffeehouse Saturday to showcase your work. Tuition is $90.
June 20th is our pre-registration day for the fall music, theater and dance classes. It will last from 9 am-12 pm.  This is open to currently enrolled students only.
Also on June 20th is our ballet recital at the Bell Cultural Events Center at 2 pm.
June 22 –  fall registration opens to the general public.
June 27th- music recitals at Schmitt Music.
June 30th – Summer music session begins

Hello Everyone!

Just a quick reminder about our Elementary Drama Showcase tomorrow, May 1st.

This event starts at 6:30, and is starring the Drama Techniques students and Junior Improv Class.

The Drama Tech students will be performing “Goldilocks and the Three Monkeys. Afterwards, the Junior Improv Class will play some  improv games.

Hope to see you there! =]

Just a reminder that there are no classes or lessons on the calendar for March 16-28 due to Spring Break and Recital/Spring Musical week (unless specially arranged by instructor).

Music Recitals will be held at Greenleaf on March 28.

11 a.m. Grant, Taylor and Trevor’s Students

3 p.m. Heather and Lisa’s Students

5 p.m. Edna and Aaron’s Students

7 p.m. Susannah and Carolyn’s Students

All performers should arrive 10-15 minutes before their recital time.

Enjoy your break and don’t forget to purchase your tickets to Pocahontas!

Upcoming Events!

February 27, 2009

Hey everyone!  Just a couple quick reminders about our upcoming events!

Our coffeehouse, featuring Greenleaf’s Improv Team,  is this Saturday, February 28, at 7 pm.

The Coffeehouse will be at the studio, (521 E. Kansas City Rd.) and parking will be available across the street at Olathe North if the Greenleaf parking lot is full.

Admission is $5, which includes a beverage.

Pocahontas performances are almost here! Come see this exciting and inspirational story on March 26th and 27th  at 7:00 p.m

Performances are at Youthfront Auditorium. The address is 4715 Rainbow Blvd. Shawnee Mission, KS 66205.

Tickets are $8 in advance, and $10 at the door. Call Greenleaf (913-397-7071) today to reserve your seats!

New Improv Club!

February 24, 2009

New! Greenleaf is starting an improv* club… kind of like a gym membership. Come when you can, pay for the classes you attend! Bring a friend; it’s more fun with more people!

  • Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. starting Feb. 23 (but you can join anytime).
  • $10 per session (or pay for all sessions through April and receive a discount).
  • Ages 12 to adult are welcome.

Hope to see you there!

*What’s “Improv,” you ask? Well, just consult our good friend wikipedia for a comprehensive definition: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Improvisational_theatre Improv is a fun, interactive, spontaneous form of theatre. It develops acting skills and life skills. Greenleaf Improv is committed to clean comedy and nonstop hilarity.

Upcoming Events!

February 13, 2009

Upcoming Events at Greenleaf

The Improv Class has their showcase on Friday, February 20 at 7 pm.

The admission is free, and we will be selling snacks and drinks.

The Cross Section band will be performing Saturday, February 21.

It will start at 7 pm, and the cost is $5, which includes a beverage.

The Improv Team will have a coffeehouse Saturday, February 28, also at 7 pm.

Admission is $5, which includes a beverage.

All events will take place at the studio: 521 E. Kansas City Rd. Parking will be available across the street at Olathe North if the Greenleaf parking lot is full.

Hope to see you then!

Concert Date Change!

December 28, 2008

The chorus concert formerly scheduled for December 16th was snowed out, so it has been rescheduled for this Tuesday, December 30th, at 6:30 p.m.  See you then!

December Events!

December 3, 2008

 We have tons of exciting events this month you won’t want to miss.  Here’s the info!

 

 

Christmas Music Recital #1

Saturday, December 6 at 7 p.m.

Location:  Greenleaf Academy (521 E. Kansas City Rd, Olathe, KS)

Come enjoy wonderful Christmas selections performed by Greenleaf music students.

 

Fall Semester Drama Showcase

Monday, December 8 at 7 p.m.

Location:  Christ Community Church of the Nazarene (21385 College Blvd, Olathe, KS)

The evening will include a performance from our Elementary Drama Techniques Class, three song and dance selections from the musical, “Annie” performed by our Elementary Musical Theatre students, and a comedic One-Act titled “After Hours” featuring teen and adult students.

 

Improv Class Performance

Friday, December 12 at 7 p.m.

Location: Greenleaf Academy

Students will present a hilarious evening of improvisational comedy!

 

Christmas Music Recital #2

Saturday, December 13 at 7 p.m.

Location:  Greenleaf Academy

Come enjoy wonderful Christmas selections performed by more Greenleaf music students.

 

Chorus Concert

Tuesday, December 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Greenleaf Academy

This concert will include a variety of musical styles and selections, including solos and choral pieces performed by teen and adult chorus members.  Director: Heather Martin. Accompanist: Sheila Dacus

 

Christmas Improv Coffeehouse

Friday, December 19 at 7 p.m.

Location: Greenleaf Academy

The last coffeehouse of the year!  The Greenleaf Improv Team will be presenting special Christmas themed games, and we need your holiday suggestions! A prize will be awarded to the audience member who is dressed most “festively,” so bring out those holiday sweaters!  $5 admission, includes a beverage.

 

Christmas Music Recital #3

Saturday, December 20 at 7 p.m.

Location:  Greenleaf Academy

Come enjoy wonderful Christmas selections performed by even MORE Greenleaf music students! 

 

CHRISTMAS BREAK!  The studio will be closed for the holidays December 22-January 1.  

 

 

Kori Woods is a sophomore at MidAmerica Nazarene University, majoring in music education.  Kori moved to Olathe from St. Louis, MO where she studied tap and ballet at Arts Alive Christian Dance Center for 10 years before continuing her studies at American Youth Performing Arts.  At AYPA she was part of a select dance team that performed at different venues and events around St. Louis, including a Cardinals baseball game.  Along with 12 years of tap and ballet, she has 6 years of jazz and lyrical experience.  She was also the choreographer for a student dance group called Poetry in Motion at her church.

This past summer, Kori traveled with a public relations group from MNU throughout the midwest region, singing at District Assemblies, churches, and various church camps.  She loves to perform and has a passion for teaching and making her students a top priority.  Her love for Christ, music, and people inspires her to teach others how to praise and glorify God through dance.

We are thrilled to welcome Kori to our staff! Classes are forming now.  Please call 913-397-7071 to enroll!