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Come try out your comedy skills at Mother’s Pub, 2900 West St., in Ames, for the comedy show Parents Permission Required . Sign up is at 6:30 p.m. and the show will start at 7 p.m. Comedians will get five minutes to set. do a
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s, and newly Board of Supervisor will feature a John Haila. 6:30-7:30 p.m. and elected Ames Mayor, King Day and readings Sawyer ElemenThe Martin Luther short video, poems The Mitchell and invites all accomplishsing “Martin Planning Committee on the civil rights tary students will to honor King. Vanessa other musical in Ames/Story County ments and life of Dr. Luther King� and birthday of Dr. serve as M.C. and celebrate the Baker-Latimer will Jan. 15. The will be Judge selections.to the Jan. 15 event, you King on Monday, The keynote speaker Prior celebration the MLK Day of for Belcher, Iowa’s first theme for this year’s volunteer Romonda can d Unity The i judge t rvice i
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A sweet corn supper will be hosted the Story City by American Legion Post 59 from 5 to 7 p.m. at in Story City. Come 301 Washington St. join us for all can eat sweet you corn, dog and cucumbe hamburger or hot r salad for $7.
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Have you heard about our Seafood show at Ames RoadFresh jumbo sea scallops, Thyme? We’ll have and colossal king shrimp, lobster tails crab legs. Swing by Fresh Thyme from noon to 3 p.m. at SE Fifth St. for great quality seafood 215 great prices. at
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Story County Extension 22, at the Story County council and staff were recognized for 100 years of Extension Youth Fair in Nevada. Leidal and Mary Front row, from left, in Story County on Wilkins; back row, Kalli Olson, Rich Sunday, July from left, JoAnn Michelle Adams, Wrage, Eugenia Kromminga, Megan Kristi Jedlicka, Katie Williams, Hartsook, Nicole Not Pictured: Leonard Krafka, Alice Moody, Doug Sampson Melissa McEnany, and Foley, Tim Couser and MaryAnn Gardner. Iowa State University President Wendy Wintersteen CONTRIBUTED PHOTO .
Story County Ex tension celebrates 100 years
The Story County Extension Council and staff, at the Story County Fair on July 22, celebrated the centennial celebration since ďŹ rst opening its
doors in 1918. Extension Council Chair Doug Sampson was presented with the 100-year plaque by Iowa State University President Wendy Winterste en.
The Extension Council and Staff would like to thank the community of Story County for their support and look forward to another 100 years the county’s needs. serving
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Kiwanian Neal Dietz serves guests who enjoyed pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and beverages at the recent 60th Kiwanis Pancake Days, held at First United Methodist Church in downtown Ames. Nearly 1,400 people attended the event.
APRIL 3
AMES AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post No. 37 will offer bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3, at 225 Main St., Ames. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12 and $18. Proceeds go to support American Legion-sponsored community programs in the Ames area.
APRIL 3
CAREER FAIR IowaWORKS is holding a career fair in partnership with Ames Chamber of Commerce and Ames Public Library from 10 a.m. to noon on April 3, at Ames Public Library. Job seekers should bring copies of their resume and be prepared to meet a future employer. Prior to the career fair, job seekers interested in receiving free resume and interviewing help should contact the IowaWORKS ofďŹ ce at (515) 725-3611.
APRIL 3
ARABIC WORKSHOP Join the Middle East Learning and Cultural Center (MELCC) for a free Arabic workshop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3, at Ames Public Library. No previous knowledge in Arabic is necessary.
APRIL 4
‘39 STEPS’ Join ACTORS for “39 Steps� at 7:30 p.m. on April 4 to 13 and at 2 p.m. on April 14, at 120 Abraham Drive, Ames. Unlike any show ACTORS has ever done, this fast-paced comedy spoofs all things Hitchcock. Laugh along as four actors play over 150 characters in this murder mystery. Tickets are both available at both Alpha Copies location and online at actorsinc. org.
APRIL 4
AMATEUR RADIO CLUB The Story County Amateur Radio Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, in the North Conference Room A on the ďŹ rst oor of Mary Greeley Medical Center, Ames. Matthew Nelson, KB0MGQ, will give a talk about CySat (an ISU cubesat project) and the role of cubesat satellites in amateur radio. Parking is available near the MGMC south entrance. The meeting is free and open to the public.
APRIL 5
GOSPEL JAM Nevada Gospel Jam will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5, in the Nevada Senior Center, 1231 Sixth St. Admission is $3. Welcome to all who like to play, sing or listen to good gospel music.
APRIL 5
‘GODSPELL’ Join ISU Theatre in a celebration of community and love when it presents the musical “Godspell,� opening at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 6, 12 and 13 and at 2 p.m. on April 7 and 14 in Fisher Theater in Ames. Using a wide variety of storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing, a diverse group of 21st century college students encounter Jesus, who leads them through stories inspired by parables in the Bible’s book of Matthew.
APRIL 6
AMERICAN LEGION STEAK DINNER The American Legion will hold its monthly steak dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 6. Dinner is open to the public. Enjoy an 8-ounce New York strip For more events, see page 3
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Nearly 1,400 guests enjoy 60th Kiwanis Pancake Days Nearly 1,400 guests enjoyed pancakes at the recent 60th Kiwanis Pancake Days, held at First United Methodist Church in downtown Ames. Ames Noon Kiwanis organizes the annual community event, and involves the other Ames Kiwanis groups (Golden K, Town and Country, AKtion Club, High School Key Club,
and Middle School Builders Club). Participating Kiwanis groups contributed nearly 500 work hours in site preparation, cooking/serving/cleanup. Event co-chairs John Core and Ted MacDonald expressed appreciation to First United Methodist Church for use of the site, and to Fareway
ACTORS spoofs Hitchcock with ‘The 39 Steps’ Hundreds of characters. Four actors. One parody of the classic spy story. ACTORS is pleased to present “The 39 Steps,â€? a murder mystery turned on its head. “The 39 Stepsâ€? is a romping, farcical comedy of a classic spy story featuring four actors, but multiple roles. The 1935 “Hitchcockâ€? movie was adapted from a 1915 novel by John Buchan. In 2005, the play version that includes only four actors was funded by a small grant and toured villages across Northern England. Patrick Barlow brought the adaptation to London’s West End and to Broadway. “The 39 Stepsâ€? received Olivier, Drama Desk and Tony Awards. Fans of Hitchcock ďŹ lms will ďŹ nd comedic allusions to many of the director’s classic ďŹ lms including “Rear Window,â€? “North by Northwestâ€? and “Psycho.â€? This spoof follows
Richard Hannay, who was leading a boring life until he meets a woman with a thick accent who says she is a spy. ACTORS, see page 2
Stores, Ahrens Sanitation, Target Stores and A&M Services for their contributions to the event. Kiwanis Pancake Days helps support community groups such as Ames Little League, Ames Children’s Choirs, Ames Miracle Playground and Field, United Way, YSS, Kiwanis Bike Rodeo and Food at First.
PAGE 2 • STORY COUNTY SUN • WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2019 The Story County Sun is published weekly on Wednesdays by GateHouse Media, at 317 Fifth St., Ames, IA, 50010. (515) 233-3299 Mary Beth Scott, sales manager, (515) 663-6951, MScott@amestrib.com. Ali Eernisse, RE Weekly, (515) 663-6956, AEernisse@amestrib.com. Kylee Mullen, content coordinator, (515) 663-6920, news@midiowasun.com. Publisher: Scott Anderson Advertising Director: Becky Bjork
Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave. • (515) 233-2906 Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 3: Pork tips with chutney, whipped potatoes, Brussels sprouts, garden lettuce salad, pineapple tidbits, birthday treat. Thursday, April 4: Macaroni and cheese, sliced carrots, green beans, tropical fruit cup. Friday, April 5: Sloppy Joe on bun, cut sweet potatoes, Bermuda vegetable
medley, mandarin oranges, peanut butter cookie. Monday, April 8: Sweet and sour chicken, long grain rice, broccoli cuts, mixed fruit cup. Tuesday, April 9: Goulash, peas, garden lettuce salad with tomato, applesauce. Wednesday, April 10: Barbecue pork on bun, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, garden lettuce salad, manda-
rin oranges. Thursday, April 11: Salisbury steak with gravy, whipped potatoes, california blend, pear fruit cup, raisins. FRIENDLY LUNCH BUNCH: Enjoy a meal, shared in the company of others, served Monday through Friday at 205 S. Walnut Ave., in Ames. Please call (515) 233-2906 by 8:30 a.m. to make your reservation.
Calendar of Events Wednesday, April 3 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Movie — “Easter Parade: with Judy Garland Thursday, April 4 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health care 11:45 a.m., Lunch and learn 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge
Friday, April 5 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Friday afternoon cards 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Saturday, April 6 5:30 p.m., Cribbage Monday, April 8 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior band 1 p.m., Easter craft Tuesday, April 9 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds
12:30 p.m. Canasta 6 p.m., Monthly dance Wednesday, April 10 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring workshop 1 p.m., Rummikub Thursday, April 11 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge
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She comes home with Hannay, warns him of a mysterious spy organization called The 39 Steps, and is murdered. Hannay goes on a nationwide manhunt to protect government secrets that ends in a death-defying finale. Hannay is the constant throughout the show. Helping, thwarting and flirting with Hannay is a cast of only three other actors. One woman plays a series of three romantic encounters for Hannay. Additionally, two men play a series of up to 75 character-changes to complete the rest of the cast. These characterchanges are accomplished through multiple lightning-fast costume, wig and hat changes, which adds to the humor. The small cast of “The 39 Steps” features three veterans of the ACTORS stage and one newcomer. Patrick
Determan (Richard Hannay), is hot off the ACTORS stage having just played Mr. Rodgers in “And Then There Were None.” Megan Kroeger, playing Annabella/Pamela/ Margaret, was last seen in “Rumors,” this year’s season opener. Christian Manahl, playing one of the two multiple characters, was last seen as Freddy in “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” Hunter Quint, who plays the other multiple roles, is new to the ACTORS stage. The show is directed by Stan Rabe. Stan said this is like no other show he has directed in the past. “The humor is very physical. The pacing is important because if the show slows down for even a minute, we lose the momentum and the laughs,” Rabe
said. “‘The 39 Steps’ requires sound cues, lighting cues, props, and costumes to all coordinate together to make the show work.” As a result, the producers have gathered an experienced production crew. Producing are Jane Kennedy Fun, Jenn Peter, and Dallas Thies. Sound design is by Tom Haggas. Lighting Design is by Zach Heilman. Mataya Huling is gathering props, and Serica Rowley is designing costumes. Cindy Overton is keeping everyone in place as stage manager. Performance dates for “The 39 Steps” are at 7:30 p.m. on April 4, 5, 6, 12 and 13, with a single matinee performance at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 14. Complimentary hors d’oeuvre will be provided for the opening night performance on Thursday, April 4. Tickets may be purchased online at actorsinc.org. You may also purchase tickets at either Alpha Copies locations, 512 E. Lincoln Way or 3615 Lincoln Way. Additionally, First Point members can go to First National Bank for their tickets. Be sure to get your tickets soon before they sell out.
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dinner or a 6-ounce sirloin steak dinner with potato and salad bar. Add shrimp and make it a combo for just a little more. Fried shrimp and ham steak dinners are also available. Proceeds benefit Legion-sponsored programs.
APRIL 6
THE MAGIC FLUTE “The Magic Flute,” by Mozart, is coming to Ames. OPERA Iowa singers will bring to life colorful characters and magical melodies. Follow the adventures of Prince Tamino and bird-catcher Papageno as they set out to save Princess Pamina. The performance will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, at Ames City Hall Auditorium, entrance at 520 Sixth St. This 90-minute free event will delight young and old alike. Bring your friends — it’s sung in English.
APRIL 6
FAMILIES FOR FAMILIES SPRING GIVEAWAY Collegiate United Methodist Church/Wesley Foundation will hold its third-annual Families for Families Spring Giveaway from 9 a.m.
to noon on Saturday, April 6, at the church, 2622 Lincoln Way. This event is free and open to the public and offers gently used baby and children’s clothing and gear (books, toys, limited furniture) on a first-come, first-served basis. Donations of gently used clothing (infant – kid’s XL) and gear are welcome and can be brought to the church from 7 to 9 p.m. on April 3, April 4 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on April 4, or from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on April 5, Donating items is not required to come and shop the event. All are welcome! Questions: familiesgiveaway@ gmail.com.
APRIL 6
5K FOR DACA The Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) ISU chapter, Latinx Student Leaders Council and Multicultural Student Leadership Council (MSLC) are hosting the second-annual 5K for DACA at 8 a.m. on April 6. The goal of the event is to provide scholarships to ISU DACA students and support our underrep-
resented communities. The event will be on a 5K route through ISU’s campus starting on Central Campus Lawn in front of Curtis Hall, all are welcome to join us. Walk, jog or run the 5K. Donations are also welcome. Please contact us with any event questions at Kevin Quinteros at kevinq@ iastate or David Ortiz at daortiz@iastate.edu.
APRIL 7
LIVE AT THE MOON Join Prairie Moon Winery and Vineyards for its Live at the Moon event, featuring a performance by Randy Burk, from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, 3801 W. 190th St., Ames. Admission is free.
APRIL 8
SENIOR VARIETY SHOW AUDITIONS Auditions for The Senior Variety Show will be from 10 a.m. to noon on April 8, from 3 to 5 p.m. on April 9 and from 3 to 5 p.m. on May 10, all at Northminster Presbyterian Church in Ames. Show directors are calling for performers 60 years of age and older to audition for this special 25th anniversary show.
If you have a talent you’d like to share, this is your opportunity. “Celebrating Silver, Creating Gold” will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 16 and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 17 at Ames City Hall Auditorium. Local seniors are encouraged to try out for this year’s production. Vocal numbers, instrumentals, skits, story-telling and dance presentations around the theme of silver, gold, shiny objects, anniversary, etc. would be appropriate. Acts should be no more than three minutes long. For more, visit us on Facebook and at www.seniorvarietyshow.org or call (515) 292-9394.
APRIL 8
SONS OF NORWAY The April Sons of Norway Kong Sverre Lodge’s event will be on Monday, April 8, at the Community Center, 503 Elm Ave., in Story City. The program will be “The Melbys’ Moroccan Odyssey,” presented by Russ and Janet Melby. Russ and Janet will speak and show their photographs from their recent trip to Morocco. Social time is 6 p.m. with a
catered dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for members and $12 for guests. Sons of Norway events and dinners are open to all interested in learning more about Scandinavian heritage and culture and guests are always welcome. For reservations, phone Shirley Frandson at (515) 733-4482 or Ingrid Place (515) 292-7513 by Thursday, April 4.
APRIL 9
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO The American Legion Post No. 48 will offer bingo at 6:30 p.m. on April 9 at 1331 Sixth St, Nevada. A light meal and refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m., with the game starting at 7 p.m. A package is $5 and the money supports the high school scholarships.
APRIL 10
ARABIC WORKSHOP
Join the Middle East Learning and Cultural Center (MELCC) for a free Arabic workshop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, at Ames Public Library. No previous knowledge in Arabic is necessary.
APRIL 10
WOMEN CARING FOR THE LAND Women who own or manage farmland in Story City and surrounding counties are invited to participate in a free conservation discussion focused on soil health on from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, at the Grand Viking Hall, 504 Broad St. (second floor of city hall), Story City. The program, sponsored by Women, Food and Agriculture Network and Prairie Rivers of Iowa is called Women Caring for the Land.
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PEOPLE Town and Country Kiwanis give $1,000 to Story County Conservation
Paul Brackelsberg, center and member of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club, presents a club check for $1,000 to Mike Cox, director of the Story County Conservation and Parks while Lynn Potthoff, club president, presides. The funds were used to assist on the reconstruction of a sidewalk on the Touch-A-life Train at McFarland Park. The reconstruction was necessary to keep the trail usable for motorized scooters. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Priests and church members from Ames, Des Moines and Pella lead a procession during the Sunday of Orthodoxy. From the front: Fr. Marty Watt, Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church in Ames; Fr. Basil Hickman, St. George Greet Orthodox Church in Des Moines; and Fr. Bartholomew Wojcik, St. Nicholas Orthodox Christian Church in Pella. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Area churches gather to celebrate Sunday of Orthodoxy Priests and members from Orthodox churches in Des Moines, Pella and Ames gathered together at Holy Transfiguration Orthodox
Church to celebrate the Sunday of Orthodoxyon on March 17 in Ames. The celebration commemorates the restoration of the use of icons in servic-
es and in the private devotional lives of Christians. It includes a procession with children carrying icons of their patron or parish saint.
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Sibbel Music Studio students practice to raise $9,200 for ERP In February, 75 members of Pam Sibbel’s Music Studio in Ames participated in the “2019 Sibbel Studio Valentine’s Week Practice-a-thon” to raise funds to assist the Emergency Residence Project (ERP), a private, nonprofit organization that provides shelter and intervention to prevent homelessness within the Ames community and Story County. Sibbel announced the outcome of the fundraiser during her studio’s winter recitals on March 9, and presented contributions totaling $9,200 to ERP Board members Shari Reilly and Beth Wunder. The funds reflect 17,287 practice minutes (288 hours and 7 minutes) during a seven-day period surrounding Valentine’s Day. Sibbel presented award certificates to each participating student and the following special awards: Top Practice: Joanna Muggli (adult), 420 minutes, and Anneka Singh (youth), 865 minutes; Top Contributions: Sue Ravenscroft (adult) $2,100.00 and
Sibbel Studio Practice-a-thon Top Award students and ERP Executive Board Member Shari Reilly. From left, Joanna Muggli, Clara Fulton, Theresa Kosterman, ERP Executive Board member Shari Reilly, Anneka Singh and Pam Sibbel. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Clara Fulton, $514.00; Top Sponsors: Theresa Kosterman (adult): 13 sponsors, and Clara Fulton (youth), 15 sponsors. Sibbel also presented 63 “Heart of Gold” awards to students and siblings of students who donated their own money to the fundraiser. Sibbel commented, “My overall goal was to teach care and compassion for those in need through a fun, productive, group activity. My students found sponsors, recorded and totaled their practice for a seven-day period,
then collected and turned in their contributions. These contributions from 285 sponsors averaged 53 cents per minute, $31.93 per hour, and $124.32 per student. I am very proud of my students and their families for their outstanding response to this fundraiser.” ERP Executive Director Carrie Moser responded, “On behalf of our Board of Directors, the staff, and our guests, thank you to Pam Sibbel and all of her students for your continued sup-
port of the Emergency Residence Project! Your support is overwhelming, and our hearts are overflowing from your generosity! The funds raised will go towards helping families get out of shelter quickly through our Rapid ReHousing and homelessness prevention programs. We couldn’t do our jobs without your support, thank you!” The following students and friends participated in the “2019 Practice-a-thon” fundraiser: Chetas Aduri, Benjamin Buchwald, Rebekah Buchwald,
Nicole Coronado, Lynn Deiter, Jackson Diekmann, Alyosha Evans, Alice Fields, Clara Fields, Oliver Fields, Bronwyn Frame, Cece Fulton, Clara Fulton, Benjamin Guo, Gang Han, Garrett Hanson, Virginia Hanson, Daniel Hauber, David Hauber, Megan Hauber, Genevieve Helfer, Jake Helfer, Tejasi Hublikar, Wendy Jiang, Austin Jordison, Aditi Juvale, Shreya Juvale, Andrew Kaminski, David Kaminski, Emily Kaminski, Marian Kohut, Theresa Kosterman, Grace Lake, David Lamm, James, Lee, Andrew Leo, Eliza Loecke, Mae Loecke, Zachary Loecke, Christie Lued-
ers, Tony Massarini, Alyson McLaughlin, Hunter McLaughlin, Joanna Muggli, Anna Nguyen, Ava Nguyen, Chloe Nguyen, Archer Niemi, Avie Niemi, Alec O’Bryan, Quin O’Bryan, Clara Pahl, Sunney Que, Sue Ravenscroft, Gregg Reisinger, Kate Reisinger, Rhea Rudrapatna, Rohan Rudrapatna, Kaitlyn Scandrett, Sydney Scandrett, Alanna Schroeder, Aneesh Shrotriya, Anika Shrotriya, Hailey Sibbel, Pam Sibbel, Anneka Singh, Arron Singh, Sailesh Srinath, Shreya Srinath, Sumana Srinath, Sanjay Stanley, Liam Struck, Aarushi Vaidya and Robin Verkade.
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ISU Theatre presents joyful, exuberant ‘Godspell’ Join ISU Theatre in a celebration of community and love when it presents the musical “Godspell,” opening at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5, in Fisher Theater in Ames. Additional evening performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on April 6, April 12 and April 13. Matinee performances will be at 2 p.m. on April 7 and April 14. All performances will be in Fisher Theater in Ames. Tickets are available through the Iowa State Center Ticket Office, all Ticketmaster locations or the Fisher Theater box office prior to performances. Tickets are $25 for adults and seniors and $16 for students. Using a wide variety
of storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing, a diverse group of 21st century college students encounter Jesus, who leads them through stories inspired by parables in the Bible’s book of Matthew. The musical’s setting takes place in modernday Fisher Theater, as the performers journey from a discordant group of individuals into a community. The music features inspiring and entertaining songs ranging from pop and rock to vaudeville. “Godspell” is about a community that comes together out of darkness to create a better tomorrow, said Keaton Lane, senior in journalism and mass commu-
Iowa State University students, from left, Keaton Lane, Ryan Foreman, Syndi Lapsley, Nicolas Ronkar, Emily Heckle and Olly Manning, rehearse for ISU Theatre’s “Godspell.” CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
nication, who plays the role of Jesus. “There’s a reason that these religious parables and lessons have been used for so long, and it’s because they speak to something real and important about what it means to be a human and to struggle every day to be the best version of yourself that you can be,” Lane said. Cast member Emily Heckle, senior in animal ecology, said the show’s stories have universal relevance. “Many of the stories included in this show are well-known, but hard to internalize in a
present-day context,” Heckle said. “Our cast and crew were challenged with the task of creating a work of art that respects the ideas and morals of these parables while making them applicable to a diverse crowd. By adapting the lessons for a modern audience, we are able to tell a story of inclusion, community and love.” The show dissolves hauntingly into the story of Jesus’ last meal with his followers before his crucifixion death. The new community must then ask themselves what they will do with Jesus’ message to make their world a better place.
Brad Dell, the show’s director and director of ISU Theatre, hopes the audience will be moved by its message of empathy and compassion. “Godspell is an inspiring story for modern times,” Dell said. “It’s about working together and rising above for the common good and about loving your neighbor to make the world a better place. A central song in the show says, ‘We will build a beautiful city, not a city of angels but a city of us.’” For more information, visit www.theatre. iastate.edu, email isutheatre@iastate.edu or call(515) 294-2624. ISU Theatre is funded
by ISU Student Government and supported by the Transforming Liberal Arts and Sciences Endowment. Cast members include: Keaton Lane as Jesus Nicolas Ronkar as John the Baptist/Judas Emily Heckle Nathan Krusemark Rachel McDermott Ryan Foreman Jessica Fenton Olivia Gasper Sydni Lapsley Olly Manning Creative team includes: Director – Brad Dell Scenic Designer – Natalie Hining Stylist – Kelly Marie Schaefer Music Director – Patrick Gagnon Stage Manager Francesca Geis Technical Director Christopher Culver Costume Shop Supervisor - Doris Nash Props Master - Amy Taylor Assistant Stage Manager - Emily Oldham Assistant Stage Manager - Liam Gleason Choreographer - Valerie Williams Lighting Designer Davis Vande Steeg
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Mozart’s Magic Flute comes to Ames
Mike Cox, director of Story County Conservation and Parks, described using photos and drawings of ongoing conservation and parks projects at a recent meeting of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Conservation director speaks to Town and Country Kiwanis Mike Cox, director of Story County Conservation and Parks described using photos and drawings of ongoing Conservation and Parks projects at a recent meeting of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club. These projects included Tedesco Environmental Learning Center; Hickory
Grove Park; Dakins Lake; Heart of Iowa Nature Trail; Prairie Rail Trail; Skunk River Water Trail at Peterson Access and at Askew Bridge; Jordan Acres; and Carroll Prairie. The work of the Conservation and Parks Board contribute to the improvement of life for the citizens and quests
of Story County. It employs 21 full-time and 16 seasonal workers for these county facilities. They have about 30,000 visitors and contacts per year.
OPERA Iowa will bring to life Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s famous comic opera, “The Magic Flute,” in Ames, with free admission for all. Staged in Ames City Hall Auditorium, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, this 90-minute family-friendly production is sung in English and includes some of Mozart’s most famous and familiar tunes. With clever sets and opulent costumes delighting the eye, the audience will watch Tamino and Papageno embark on a singing fairy tale quest. Their mission, at the command of the evil Queen of the Night, is to save the kidnapped Princess Pamina. With the help of a magical flute and a set of bells, their journey leads them to Sarastro’s temple where a series of trials and tests await them. Be prepared to hear two significant arias:
one with the fastest words you’ll ever hear sung and the other with some of the highest notes you’ll ever hear. This “The Magic Flute” performance will be a slightly shortened version in hopes that young and old alike who have not been introduced to live opera, will come and be delighted with the magic that happens on the stage. The auditorium main floor and the balcony both afford good sightlines. At the conclusion, the singers will greet the audience in the lobby where audience members can take photos with the cast.
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