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Join IPEI at the Hangar Theatre
The Hangar Theatre has invited the Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI) to be the Community Partner of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee", the fun-loving, delightful musical comedy for teens and adults about a time-honored American tradition, running August 19-September 5. In addition, IPEI is Co-Sponsor of "Schoolhouse Rock Live! Junior", the final Hangar 2010 Kiddstuff series show, playing August 26-28.
On Thursday, September 2, IPEI will host a reception outside the theatre starting at 5:30 p.m. before the 7:30 p.m. performance. All are invited for complimentary desserts, lemonade, coffee/tea, and a cash bar as well as an opportunity to gather with others interested in IPEI's “connecting school and community” activities. Theatre tours and fun surprises are planned for before this teen and adult-friendly production. Attendees can bring a picnic supper or buy salads or wraps from South Hill teacher and restaurateur BJ Bliss, Event Sponsor, Cayuga Lake Cruises/Hangar Starlight Café. Pre-ordering is encouraged by calling 319-4172.
When ordering tickets for September 2 (or any other "Putnam County Spelling Bee" performance), mention IPEI for a $2.00 ticket price discount.
IPEI has its own annual Adult Spelling Bee; the 12th is scheduled for Sunday, November 14 at 2:00 p.m. at Ithaca High School's Bliss Gym. Spelling Bee teams of three each have a sponsor; all team sponsorship fees support the IPEI Teacher Grants programs. For more information on the Bee, visit www.ipei.org. To enter a team, email ipei@ipei.org or call 256-IPEI (4734).
"T
he 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" was winner of the Tony Award and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a 
Musical, the m.sic and lyrics are by William Finn and the book by Rachel Sheinkin. The Hangar cast will portray spelling bee winners from area schools who gather in the high school gym to spell their way into Putnam County history. Beset by adolescent angst they reveal their in
nermost hopes, fears, and euphoria as the competition moves inexorably to the final two spellers. Laughs multiply as audience members become spellers onstage. 
“It’s spelled W-O-N-D-E-R-F-U-L! …a super-smart show that is also a bona fide crowd-pleaser…” says the Wall Street Journal.
IPEI will be the Co-Sponsor for "Schoolhouse Rock Live! Junior" with Audrey Edelman RealtyUSA. It plays August 26-28 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon). Performed by the Hangar's Next Generation Teens, this show tells the story of a young teacher awakening on his first day of work, turning on the television, and being drawn into the joyous and colorful world of Schoolhouse Rock. With such favorites as “I’m Just a Bill” and “Conjunction Junction,” elementary school age children and their friends and family will be singing along and dancing in the aisles. Themes include English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science.
Tickets for both Mainstage and Kiddstuff shows are available online at www.hangartheatre.org or at The Ticket Center, 273-4497.
How to sign up for IPEI Adult Spelling Bee
November 14, 2010
Participating in the IPEI 12th Annual Adult Spelling Bee is a great way to improve your spelling and vocabulary skills and have fun at the same time! The Bee has been scheduled for Sunday, November 14th at 2:00 p.m. at Ithaca High School's Bliss Gym. Your community and children are sure to be dazzled by your spelling and vocabulary abilities – you can even organize your own cheering section for the day of the event!
Many adults have success at the Bee with little or no preparation. Form a team with two other adults (parents and other community members welcome) and enter the Bee. Each team must have a sponsor. All Team Sponsorships directly support the Teacher Grants Programs.
If you don't have time to practice but want to show your support of IPEI, then consider being a Team Sponsor. The fee for being a Team Sponsor is $375.00 and can be paid wholly by a business or single donor or can be divided by the three Spelling Bee team members. If funds are not available, IPEI can often match your team with a business or single donor that is willing to support IPEI's efforts to enhance the education of every Ithaca district student.<./p>
For more information on the Bee, please visit IPEI at www.ipei.org. If you would like to enter a team, please email ipei@ipei.org or call Barbara Holdsworth at 280-2411.
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