Scenes and Beans
From Tom Sawyer to Saint Joan and everything in between, interesting characters and scenarios lit up the stage! The students spent four weeks of class time working together in preparation for this event and they did not disappoint.
Alumni Spotlight
30 Years of God’s Faithfulness: Alumni Spotlight |
To celebrate 30 years of God’s faithfulness, we are proud to share stories from our senior students and alumni who have continued on to follow career paths in the performing arts. |
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Giving Tuesday
Dear Faith Center Family,
As we approach the Thanksgiving Giving Season, our hearts are filled with joy and gratitude. This year is particularly special for us as we celebrate our 30th anniversary—three decades of unwavering commitment to bringing the transformative power of the arts to families within a Christian framework.
In this momentous year, we reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared and the lives touched through the ministry of Faith Center for the Arts. From humble beginnings to the vibrant community we are today, your support has been the foundation upon which we’ve built a legacy of creativity, faith, and unity.
As we approach Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join us in commemorating this milestone by making a meaningful contribution to our mission, Developing the Heart of the Artist. Your generosity over the years has allowed us to provide high-quality arts programming, scholarships, and resources, impacting the lives of countless families.
How can you contribute to the legacy of Faith Center for the Arts this Giving Tuesday?
To make your Giving Tuesday contribution and celebrate our 30th anniversary together, click here or email us at Maestro@faithcenterarts.org. Every gift, no matter the size, is a testament to the enduring legacy of Faith Center for the Arts.
As we embark on this season of giving, let us not only celebrate the past but also look forward to the future with hope and anticipation. Together, let’s continue to make a lasting impact on the lives of the families we serve.
May God continue to bless you abundantly, and may our collective efforts on Giving Tuesday bring glory to His Name.
Bill
Thanksgiving
As I sit here trying to jot down our Thanksgiving letter, I can’t help but feel like we’re all characters in this wild, unpredictable story called life. It’s a bit like a mom trying to navigate a grocery store with three kids in tow—unpredictable, sometimes chaotic, but always an adventure.
Your unwavering support for each other, your prayers seeking God’s blessings for every member, and your encouragement for our teachers and staff do not go unnoticed. Your support brings true joy to each of us, and for that, I am sincerely grateful.
Lori and I wish you each a Thanksgiving filled with love, gratitude, and the warmth of cherished relationships.
With all our love and gratitude,
Bill and Lori
Tickets on Sale Now!
When: Performances will be on Friday March 3rd at 7PM and Saturday, March 4th at 2PM and 7PM.
Where: Shows will be presented at Sampson G Smith School – 1649 Amwell Road, Somerset NJ 08873
What: Edward Bloom is a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edwards’ incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him including his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. In the process, he reconciles with a man he thought he cared more about others than his own family.
BIG FISH is an extraordinary musical that reminds us the importance of love, family, and community.
Introducing your Child to Theater
“Growing up as a theater kid, I remember how imaginative, collaborative, and self-assured my theater peers were. They were the best listeners, fantastic teammates, smart problem-solvers, and so in tune with their emotions.
It turns out that it’s not a coincidence that my theater cohorts displayed these qualities. Kids who participate in theatre programs learn valuable skills that can be applied to any life situation or professional field, making theater a marvelous experience for kids of all ages to participate in.
Here are nine benefits of introducing your child to theater plus four theater activities you can try at home…” click here to continue reading.*
The above excerpt is taken from “9 Benefits of Introducing Your Child to Theater” by Ruthie Fierberg published in Parents.com on November 26, 2022.
Coming this Spring...
Tickets go on sale in February!
*BIG FISH School Edition is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036.
Location: Grace Church, Bethlehem Campus, 6pm
The boys are back, but their war isn’t over. Bandstand is an unflinching and honest new musical about confronting the cost of war and finding salvation in the notes of a song.
Sherlock
In support of their upcoming adventure, Grace Youth is partnering with Faith Center for the Arts to present a night of sweet mystery.
Save the date and plan to join us for a night of hilarious hijinks in Randolph Coda Dram’s theatre production of “Sherlock Holmes,” served up with delicious desserts on the side!
Tickets are only $5! On sale now at www.ticketpeak.co/fca
*Featured Photo by Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/photo/pencil-on-white-smartcase-near-eyeglasses-163185/
Dessert Photo by Jess Bailey Designs: https://www.pexels.com/photo/brown-cupcake-with-pink-icing-macro-photographyu-853006/
Dublin Photo by Lukas Kloeppel: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-people-walking-on-street-2416653/
Bandstand!
The boys are back, but their war isn’t over.Bandstand is an unflinching and honest new musical about confronting the cost of war and finding salvation in the notes of a song.
Bandstand is rated PG. The characters are realistic people, returning veterans struggling with the horrors they had just faced in World War 2. They are dealing with survivor’s guilt, traumatic brain injury, alcohol abuse, PTSD, broken marriage, OCD, and other serious issues while readjusting to civilian life. These veterans come together with a Gold Star Wife to form a band for a song contest to “honor the boys returning home,” and learn that living life together and making music together helps them all to heal.
More Resilient
“One of the most important qualities for a young person to develop is resilience. This involves their ability to overcome adversity.
Resilience is perhaps more important now than ever. Today’s young people have been facing adversity on a mass-scale, thanks to COVID and all the disruptions to their education and social, home and working lives.
The good news is, resilience is not just something you are born with. It can be learned from our experiences and interactions with others.
Parents may not be aware that one way to develop resilience is through group music making, such as in a school or community choir, orchestra or band…”
– Excerpt from this article in theconversation.com published 10/23
Faith Center for the Arts is a non-profit organization providing high-quality, affordable arts instruction and performance opportunities in music, theater, dance, and visual arts.
We have been serving families in New Jersey for 3O years.