Unlike my father, I am not a big opera fan, nor do we watch American Idol. But the performance given on this show, and the reaction from the judges, which include American Idol's Simon Cowell, is remarkable.
Beauty and the Beast gets special recognition
We completed our Alpine Community Theater production about one month ago. It was a smashing success, with sold out nights (first time ever for Alpine Community Theater). The production was given special recognition by Players Anonymous, a local website providing Utah theater information. In the recognition they said, among other things, "The whole show revolved around the talents of Scott and Sue Carey who accompanied and directed a full orchestra of local talent."
Beauty and the Beast
Our family is participating Alpine Community Theater's summer production of Beauty and Beast. Sue is serving as the music director, which includes directing the orchestra for each show. Scott is the principal accompanist and will be playing keyboard in the orchestra. Brian is appearing in the show part of the Gaston dancers, an enchanted object (Flatware) in the castle, and in the battle scene at the end. He ends up dancing for about 3-4 hours each night in practice. Mark is playing cello in the orchestra. Our show runs from July 27 until August 6. If you live in the area, we would love for you to come and see it. Tickets can be obtained at Alpine Community Theater Tickets.
State PTA Family Life Commissioner
Sue was recently appointed to fill the remaining time the Family Life Commissioner for Utah PTA. She has been working in various positions at the local, council, region, and state level of PTA since we moved to Utah (after many years in PTA positions in Florida). Her passion is the legislative process and enjoys very much discussing legislation with our state legislators during the annual legislative session.
Mark’s Graduation
As unbelievable as it seems, Mark graduates today from high school (not unbelievable because I thought he wouldn't, but because it seems like the time has gone so fast!). Mark graduated 6th in his class, received an Academy diploma, and was honored at Lone Peak's recognition night as the Outstanding Orchestra Student.
We are very proud of Mark and all he has accomplished. He received a full tuition scholarship to Brigham Young University, where he will be attending school in the fall. Mark plans on attending school for a year, before leaving to go on his mission.