The Kids from Wisconsin will hit the road July 1 for iconic performances by 36 young performers ages 15-20, hailed as the most talented musicians from across the state. The troupe has been proclaimed as Wisconsin’s premier musical ambassadors for over five decades.
The Kids will be coming to Shawano for one night only, performing at 7:30 p.m. July 6 at Shawano Community High School, 220 County Road B, Shawano. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $15 for reserved seating.
Prior to that are two free events, a performing arts workshop entitled “Realize Your Dream” at 4 p.m., followed by an arts spotlight at 6:30 p.m. that is an interactive tour of what the community’s arts programs include.
Sarah Bergmann, from Shawano, is one of the participating performers. She has been an active piano accompanist for several years, which has given her the opportunity to play a variety of musical styles with many vocal and instrumental ensembles.
Bergmann will be joined by another Shawano performer, Nathan Edwards. He plays in the jazz band, symphonic wind ensemble and other chamber groups at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
The talented group will present the Big Bang Boom Tour. This showstopper will feature decades of eclectic fads, explosive dance crazes, artists and bands that have burst forth onto the music scene. British invasions, Swedish bands, Motown, Swing dance and Disney are just some of the influences that have ignited today’s music genres.
The professional, fully staged Vegas-style performance is designed for a multi-generational audience. The group tours the Midwest and will perform to more than 120,000 audience members this summer. The two-hour production will be performed more than 45 times through Aug. 20, which includes performances daily at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Tri-County United Way seeks new director
Tri-County United Way has announced it is seeking an individual with great communication and leadership skills to serve as the next executive director.
The nonprofit organization serves Oconto and Marinette counties in Wisconsin as well as Menominee County, Michigan. The executive director is responsible for providing strong leadership with a focus on maximizing the mission of the United Way through partnerships with Tri-County area businesses, individual donors, nonprofit agencies, the media, and the public. This position is approximately 20 hours per week with flexible hours and working locations.
“We are looking for someone who has a desire to play an active and productive role in real change that leads to better, healthier lives for the people in our communities,” said Larry Wall, board president. “If you have had successful executive experiences and now want to put those skills into the betterment of Tri-County area, while at the same time increasing your own opportunities for growth, enrichment and learning, please consider applying today.”
Interested candidates can email Board@tcunitedway.org for application information with “ED Position” in the subject line. Application deadline is July 25.
3 local teens receive Nsight scholarships
Nsight Telservices has selected three graduating high school seniors from the area to receive $1,200 scholarships, including Hailey Peitersen, of Oconto Falls, Felicity Dorn, of Pulaski, and Brooklyn Rasmussen, of Oconto.
“Nsight Telservices is proud to award scholarships to a remarkable group of students who have already made an impact in their communities,” said Cindy Durand, senior director of public affairs at Nsight. “Each of our recipients has been actively involved in their schools, and their demonstrated leadership qualities will allow them to successfully pursue their career goals and continue to positively influence communities.”
Recipients were selected based on community involvement, academic record, potential to succeed, leadership and participation in school activities, honors, work experience and an essay on community impact. Applicants were also required to reside within a county where Nsight Telservices operates and be planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or technical school.
AROUND THE COMMUNITY: Kids From Wisconsin coming to Shawano
