Tue, Dec 02, 2008
 Ashley Childs portrays Odette in A Time to Dance Youth Ballet's production of "Swan Lake." Performances are tonight and Saturday.
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Boys Chorus passing the hat to help fund its summer tourTucson, Arizona | Published: 05.30.2008
What it is: Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus special campaign for its summer tour to Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic.
Who it's for: The chorus, to fund trip expenses.
Who's doing it: The chorus.
How to donate: Call 296-6277 or donate online at www.boyschorus.org.
The particulars: Rising gas prices have created an unexpected financial glitch in the chorus's trip next month to Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic. So the chorus, harmonic ambassadors for Tucson and the state, is passing a hat in hopes of raising the $75,000 it says it will need to cover extra travel expenses.
"Due to the changing world economy, since the trip was scheduled over a year ago . . . the chorus faces unexpected travel expenses," Michael Smith, president of the Board of Directors, said in a written release. "The board firmly believes that we must honor commitments to travel and do not want the boys to miss this extraordinary opportunity."
The chorus is asking the community for financial support with a special Pass The Hat for the Boys Chorus campaign. The group is hoping to fill the hat with enough money to cover to the expenses.
The trip takes the chorus to Tucson's sister city Almaty, Kazakhstan, for a week of concerts with the Almaty Isker Boy Choir, which visited Tucson in January. In the second week, the boys head to the Czech Republic to be a featured choir at the Second International Boys and Men's Choral Festival.
'Swan Lake' ballet fun for the family
What it is: "Swan Lake," the ballet.
Who it's for: The whole family
When it is: 7:30 p.m. today; 2 p.m. Saturday.
Where it is: Berger Performing Arts Center,1200 W. Speedway.
Who's doing it: A Time to Dance Youth Ballet.
What it costs: $7.50 in advance; $10 at the door.
Who to call: 272-3400.
The particulars: The traditional ballet is much loved around the world. And, natch, that includes Tucson.
This production features more than 40 dancers, from ages 3 to 60.
"Swan Lake" has music by Tchaikovsky and a story that'll bring the romantic in you out.
It's about a beautiful princess, a handsome prince, and the wicked sorcerer who comes between their happiness.
The sorcerer captures Odette the princess and turns her into a swan. Only the love of a good and honest man can save her. If he betrays her, well . . . it's not good news.
Enjoy fine art, then create your own
What it is: Family Art Day.
Who it's for: Kids up to 12 and their grown-up companions.
When it is: 1 p.m. Sunday.
Where it is: Tucson Museum of Art, 140 North Main Ave.
Who's doing it: The fun folks at the museum.
What it costs: Free. Even admission is free.
Who to call: The museum at 624-2333.
The particulars: The TMA has a very cool contemporary art collection. You'll explore some works, then sit down to create your own.
— Casey Caylor, Kathleen Allen and Cathalena E. Burch
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