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  1. ARIEL Thankful and Forever Grateful

    by Stephen Massott …

    As many know, on Saturday, February 13, 2016, ARIEL experienced the most terrifying moment at our home, The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre. The Dick Bruhn building, adjacent to ours, was engulfed in a 5 alarm fire and threatened our very existence.

    We are happy to say – we are still standing, operating and producing our shows.  Although there is long road ahead of us due to issues caused by smoke and water presence in our building, we are moving forward with our 2016 season.

    To say the least, we would not be here if not for the valiant and heroic efforts of the Salinas and surrounding Fire Departments. They went above and beyond to protect our home and everything inside. For nearly 7 hours, crews fought stray embers on the roof, doused the exterior structure walls to keep them cool and fire free, and physically moved things from our bottom floor to a safer and dry area on the main floor. We are forever grateful.

    We would also like to extend our thanks to the Salinas community who have opened up their “homes” to provide us with off-site rehearsal and performance spaces. On the Monday following the fire, ARIEL was back in rehearsal for its upcoming production of The Little Red Hen and Pinocchio.

    As Gail said in her interview with the Californian, “We have lost so little. “What we have is inconvenience. What we could have had was a disaster. We could have been looking at the ashes.”

    Instead, we are looking forward to the future.

    See all of Gail’s interview and read more information about ARIEL at:

    http://www.thecalifornian.com/story/news/2016/02/17/theater-saved-heroic-efforts-salinas-firefighters/80518260/

  3. ARIEL = 15 + 30 = 100,000 A Formula for Success

    February 19, 2016 … Salinas, CA – For the past 15 years, ARIEL Theatrical has been a valued member of the Downtown Salinas community, bringing thousands of visitors to Oldtown for spirited performances of uplifting stories performed by children of all ages. 
    For the past 30 years, ARIEL has been a valued member of the Monterey County region, drawing schoolchildren and families from the greater tri-county area to its performances at Sherwood Hall in Salinas and its  home, The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre. 
    Throughout the last 30 years, more than 100,000 children have been, in some way, engaged by what ARIEL does. Let’s do the math: 15 + 30 = 100,000. ARIEL has indeed created a successful formula that supports its mission of helping children learn to lead principle-centered lives.
    This past week, ARIEL was put at risk by a blazing fire that destroyed the Dick Bruhn’s building in Oldtown. Through the courageous efforts of firefighters from throughout the County, ARIEL’s home was saved. Our appreciation for these efforts is immeasurable and our thanks are unquantifiable. We owe them an enormous debt of gratitude.
    So, we recommit our efforts to bring children’s theatre to the families in this area, to showcase uplifting, inspiring and positive stories that bring light into the lives of those who attend.
    We are thankful for our insurance coverage, but we’re not out of the woods. This event has challenged staff, Board, volunteers and participants to meet our performance deadlines in the next month. With the help of this community, which has supported ARIEL for three decades, we know we can do it. Please consider helping us meet this challenge with your time, energy or monetary contribution $15 or $30 and help us keep our winning formula intact. For more information and to donate go to www.arieltheatrical.org or call 831-775-0976.

  4. ARIEL Theatre Compromised by Local Fire

    Here’s some links to local stories on the recent fire at Dick Bruhn’s and its impact on ARIEL Theatrical.

    http://www.thecalifornian.com/story/news/my-safety/2016/02/16/investigation-bruhn-fire-continues/80458202/

    http://www.montereyherald.com/general-news/20160217/salinas-firefighters-enter-dick-bruhn-building-for-first-time-since-fire

    http://www.montereyherald.com/general-news/20160216/dick-bruhn-building-fire-priorities-are-restoring-power-re-opening-streets-in-downtown-salinas

    http://www.montereyherald.com/general-news/20160215/bruhn-fire-building-continues-to-smolder-neighboring-business-slows

    http://www.ksbw.com/news/firefighters-go-inside-dick-bruhn-building-to-determine-cause-of-fire/38050430

  5. 2016 Season Passes On Sale Now!

    An ARIEL Season Pass is only $75 and gives you access to every show at the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre this year. The curtain is closing on this great deal – passes are available only through February 27, 2016. Don’t miss this once a year opportunity. Call or stop by the Box Office and purchase your pass today – or go to www.arieltheatrical.org to buy online.

  8. Celebrate the Season

    Come to the Hundred Acre Woods this Christmas season at ARIEL Theatrical for the heart-warming holiday adventure,  A Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail. Eeyore has lost his tail which casts gloom on the Christmas festivities. All of your favorite characters in A.A. Milne’s beloved children’s book must pitch in to help their friend on his quest to retrieve his lost treasurer.

    Performances are Friday and Saturday, December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 7 pm; and Saturday Matinee, December 5, 12 and 19 at 2pm. Tickets are $13 Adults; $11 Military, Seniors and Students; $9 Children 3 to 12; under 3 are FREE. All performances take place at The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street, Salinas. Tickets can be purchased online at www.arieltheatrical.org, at the Box Office in Oldtown Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 4 pm or by calling 831-775-0976.

    For close to 30 years, ARIEL Theatrical has provided opportunities for children, adolescents and adults to come together on stage in an environment that demands hard work while at the same time inspiring participants to bring the best of themselves to the experience.

    For more information call 831-775-0976 or go to www.arieltheatrical.org.

     

  9. Dinner Theatre Returns to ARIEL

    Come join us for dinner and show!

    Mayhem erupts onstage at ARIEL Theatrical’s murder mystery dinner theater, Trouble at the Talent Show. Watch the cast of Lunch Ladies and Maintenance Guys as they crash the All-School Talent Show as you become part of the unfolding commotion.

    Two performances only!  Saturday, October 10 and 17.

    The evening events begin at 6:30 pm with appetizers; the show starts at 7 pm and includes a three-course dinner from Gordon Chin’s Gold Star Catering.

    Tickets are $50 per person, all inclusive.  Tables for 6 may be purchased / sponsored for $240.  Parties of more than 6 patrons are easily accommodated.

    Support ARIEL with an evening of live theatre and a great meal!

    All performances are at ARIEL’s home, the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas. For more information call 831-775-0976 or go to www.arieltheatrical.org to purchase tickets.

  10. Classes at ARIEL

    Registration for ARIEL Theatrical’s The Play’s The Thing! (so why not learn to act?), a series of classes in acting for the stage is open through September 25 or until classes are full. Tuition is $160 per student and includes all necessary materials. When registering two or more students, the first student is full price and additional students are $140 per student. Classes will be Friday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 am from October 2 through November 20. The series will conclude with a recital on the evening of Friday, November 20. All classes, as well as the recital, will be held at ARIEL’s home, the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street in Oldtown, Salinas. To register, go to www.arieltheatrical.org or call 831-775-0976.

    This eight-week series offers students grades 1 through 12, of all talents and abilities, an opportunity to develop performance skills in a positive environment. Each two hour class will focus on a specific element of theatre performance and incorporate Academic content standards for Visual and Performing Arts adopted by the California State Board of Education. Classes will include discussion plus lively, hands-on activities exploring how those skills can be utilized on stage and can benefit students’ lives off stage.

    Click here for registration information.