MyAlaskaCenter.com gets a facelift!

On August 15th, the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts launched a new look of www.myalaskacenter.com. We hope that you find the information on our website easier to navigate for your online viewing pleasure!

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Our Condolences

Paula Dickey, longtime artist and arts advocate, passed away last week in Homer. She was one of Alaska State Council on the Arts' artist/partners, a participant on panels, Percent for Art and Alaska Contemporary Art Bank artist. Paula designed the “Salmonberry” fabric which covers the seats in the Discovery Theatre. As an artist, teacher and mentor to many, she will be deeply missed. At Paula's request, there will be no funeral, no memorial, no celebration of life. The only thing she would allow was a celebration of art which will open at Homer Art and Frame on Sept. 16. For more information contact: Donna Martin at donnioak@hotmail.com. Condolences may be also be sent to: Brad Dickey, PO Box 2677, Homer, AK 99603.

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Center Spotlight:
Atwood Concert Hall
Pit Lift Party

On Monday, August 1, 2011, many came to celebrate the unveiling of the new pit lift on the Atwood Concert Hall Stage. Many thanks to the following people who helped make this dream a reality:

• Dylan Bales - Bales Construction
• Raj Bhargava - RBA Engineering
  & ACPA Board Member
• Dave Dorlan - 3-Way Electric
• Debra Fitzgerald - MOA Contract Manager
• Martin Hebert - GalaSystems
• Jenny Herzog - Coffman Engineers
• Larry Lander - GDM Architect
• Matt Lund - RBA Engineering
• Jeff Muckey - Bales Construction
• Daniel St. Germain - GalaSystems
• Kurt Steinert - MOA Capital Projects
• Will Veelman - Coffman Engineers

The pit lift installation project began in late May, was completed a couple weeks earlier than planned. As a result, the Atwood Concert Hall has been put back into inventory for our clients and users to utilize for the 2011-2012 performance season and beyond! In addition to the pit lift, new stage flooring was also installed.

Want to see more from the pit lift party? Visit the Center's Facebook page or our new CENTERblog!

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The Center says goodbye to longtime staff member

Gene Dale, Director of Physical Plant, announced his retirement earlier this summer after working at the Center for 15 years! An official farewell party has been scheduled for Gene on September 7, 2011 from 5pm-7pm on the Discovery Stage. Invitations to come!

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The Center Sponsored Events

	Air Force Band of the Pacific TBD Get into the holiday spirit with the Air Force Band of the Pacific's Concert, SOUNDS OF THE SEASON. This family event features bands, Alaska Brass and Top Cover. There's also rumored to be an appearance by a special guest from the North Pole. Join in the holiday fun in December. Admission is FREE! GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY THE ATWOOD FOUNDATION.
	TubaChristmas Saturday, December 10, 2011 TubaChristmas was conceived in 1974 as a tribute to the late artist/teacher William J. Bell, born on Christmas Day 1902. Today, TubaChristmas is presented in 200 cities throughout the United States, Canada and Switzerland. Admission is FREE! Seating is limited but there is plenty of room to stand. SPONSORED BY THE ALASKA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS.

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Join the Patron Lounge!

The Carr-Family Patron Lounge is a special place. You and your guests can enjoy a private coat check, beverages, and light snacks in a wonderfully inviting environment with your friends while you wait for the curtain to go up.

Please consider becoming a Patron Level donor ($500 and up) to the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts. Access to the Patron Lounge is one of the many exclusive benefits for our major donors. The Lounge is open one hour prior to curtain and at intermission. Generally the lounge is open during most events in the Atwood Concert Hall and the Discovery Theatre.

To make a contribution or for more information about the Patron Lounge, call 263-2913 or visit our online donation form. To learn more about all of The Center's giving opportunities please visit MyAlaskaCenter.com/Support.

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