Arts calendar

Thu., May 10, 2007

The Spokesman-Review

Auditions

“Cinderella” – Lake City Playhouse, Monday and Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., callbacks Wednesday at the theater, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. For ages 6 and older. Auditioners should prepare a song and bring the sheet music. Bring a photo of yourself the theater can keep. Call (208) 667-1323.

Spokane Symphony Chorale – Auditions are being held for the 2007-2008 season by appointment until May 21. Call (509) 466-2823.

“Call Me Madam” – Cutter Theatre, May 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. at the theater, 302 Park Ave., Metaline Falls, Wash. Auditions will include singing, dancing and reading from the script. No preparation necessary. Performance dates: July 26-Sept. 2. Call (509) 446-4108.

Spokane Area Children’s Chorus – Auditions for new students age 7-18 will be held in late May and early June by appointment. Call (509) 624-7992 ext. 13.

Classes and workshops

Beaded Heart Ornament – Create your own heart, today, 6-8 p.m. at the Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland. Cost: $15, plus $10 for supplies. Call (509) 325-1500 to register.

Introduction to Colored Pencil – Learn techniques including stippling, crosshatching, soft-touch and burnishing, Saturday and May 19, 12:30-5:30 p.m. at Spokane Art School, 920 N. Howard. Cost: $58. Call (509) 328-0900 to register.

Painting Trees and Clouds – For seniors 55 and over, Saturday and May 19, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Valley Spokane Art Supply, 14401 E. Sprague. Cost: $20. Call (509) 533-4756 to register.

Idaho Christian Youth Theater – The after-school theater program for children ages 6-18 is expanding to North Idaho. A meeting is set for Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Songbird Theatre, 315 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Anyone interested is encouraged to attend. Call (509) 435-3436.

Journal Making – Create a handmade 20-page garden journal, May 18, 6-8 p.m. at the Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland. Cost: $15, plus $5 for supplies. Call (509) 325-1500 to register.

Call for writers

Idaho Prize for Poetry 2007 – The Lost Horse Press is accepting submissions of book-length poetry manuscripts for publication. Entries are due Tuesday. Entry fee is $25; a SASE must be included. Mail entries to The Idaho Prize, Lost Horse Press, 105 Lost Horse Lane, Sandpoint, ID 83864. Call (208) 255-4410.

Call for artists

Spokane County Interstate Fair – Applications are being accepted for entertainers to perform on the community stage during the fair Sept. 7-16. Applications should include an audition tape and photo, plus a videotape if possible. The deadline is Friday. Call (509) 477-2772 for more information.

Spokane Park’n Swap – Artists and crafters are needed for the flea and farmer’s market set to begin May 19 and 20 at the old Newport Cinemas at Highway 2 and Hawthorne Road. The event will continue every weekend though the fall. The space fee is $27 for one time. Discounts are available for returning artists. Call (509) 768-0440 or visit www.spokaneparknswap.com.

Post Falls Library Poster Contest – Students age 11-18 are invited to create a poster around the theme “Get a Clue @ Your Library.” The work can be drawn, painted or collage. Posters should be at least 11 by 14 inches but no larger than a full sheet of poster board. Winners will receive cash prizes. The deadline is May 26. Entry forms are available at the library, 821 N. Spokane St. in Post Falls. Call (208) 773-1506, ext. 27.

Canine Caper – Organizers are in need of a T-shirt design for the fourth annual Canine Caper on Aug. 4 at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. Shirts will be given to all walk finishers. The design contest winner will receive $100; there are also prizes of $75 for second place and $25 for third. The deadline is June 22. Designs may be mailed to Canine Caper T-shirt Contest, c/o Second Chance Thrift Store, P.O. Box 1925, Bonners Ferry ID 83805. Call (208) 267-8761.

First Night Spokane – The annual New Year’s Eve celebration is looking for performers and visual artists for more than 40 locations in downtown Spokane. The theme is “As If By Magic.” Applications are available at www.firstnightspokane.org or by mail at Chris Martin, First Night Spokane, P.O. Box 8348, Spokane WA 99203. Applications are due by June 30. Call (509) 252-5027.

s.m.Art by the River Festival of the Arts – The St. Maries Council for the Arts is looking for artists and handcrafters to submit applications for the annual festival in July. Applicants must include photos or images on CD. For an application, write to s.m.Art Booth Screening Committee, c/o Linda Schardine, 83362 Highway 3 S., St. Maries ID 83861, or call (208) 245-3417 or (208) 245-3655.

Glass on Grass – Glass artists are needed for the annual event Aug. 18 and 19 at Gonzaga University. Call (509) 389-2930 for application information.

Colville Arts Foundation – Artists and crafters are needed to provide work for display at Colville City Hall and the Colville Chamber of Commerce. Artists must install their own exhibit and no commissions are taken. Call (509) 684-3002.

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