Then
and Now Photo Contest Now Underway
(Manteo, N.C., February 8, 2010) – The Land of Beginnings
Festival has announced the start of the premier Then and Now
Photo Contest. The contest challenges photographers to capture
from a current perspective, the modern view of several historic
Outer Banks locations. The locations for the photographs are
based on 30 historic images of the Outer Banks captured from 115
to 45 years ago.
To give a then and now perspective, Photographers who enter the
contest will take their modern photographs at the same locations
and from the same angle of any or all of the historic locations.
Each submitted image must be of the same orientation and
perspective as the historic image. The historic images are
available for viewing at flickr.com.
A print and digital image must be submitted for each entry. The
print can be color or black and white, sized to 8x10 inches. The
digital image must be sized to the largest camera resolution and
be at the least 300 dpi. Digital images should be copied and
submitted on CD or DVD. Photos should be mounted on backing
board and should have name and phone number on back.
Pictured here is the Bodie Island Lighthouse circa 1894 from the
H. Bamber Collection, archived at the Outer Banks History
Center. To access this image and the others for the contest, go
to:
www.flickr.com/photos/obhc/sets/72157623119970911/
Winter
Wonderland at Manteo's Waterside Theatre
(Manteo NC, January 30, 2010) – Waterside Theatre, home of The
Lost Colony outdoor drama, typically entertains tens of
thousands of summer visitors to the Outer Banks, but today the
theatre was entertained by snow falling on its' historic stage.
Snow, a rare event on the Outer Banks doesn't often accumulate
on roads and buildings and this sound-side theatre rarely enjoys
the white stuff.
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TOWERS HOISTED INTO POSITION
(Manteo,
N.C., January 26, 2010) – It's a bird, it's a plane--no it's a
steel tower being hoisted by crane from The Lost Colony's
parking lot to position at Waterside Theatre. Just before sunset
on January 25, the first of two towers were lifted over the tall
trees at Fort Raleigh and placed right on target atop their
concrete base at the theatre.
Apex Steel manufactured and is installing the steel portion of
the towers which is part of a critical replacement project that
upgrades the safety and function of the structures. Since 1937,
The Lost Colony has proudly told the story of North Carolina's
first English settlers.
The two
towers that flank the right and left sides of the audience have
been a part of the theatre's architecture designed by Skipper
Bell since 1937. Years of Outer Banks weather and age
deteriorated the twin lighting towers at the historic theatre.
This project merges the original design by Bell with structural
upgrades to improve their usage. Without these towers, the stage
would grow dark on this groundbreaking drama about America's
pre-colonial heritage. The project is a partnership with the
National Park Service and The Lost Colony. For their part, The
Colony must raise $184,000. Although donations from businesses,
grantors, and individuals have come in, the drama is reaching
out passionately to the community for additional support.
Your help is needed to fund this essential project. To
contribute and keep this drama known as a state and national
treasure shining bright, go online at thelostcolony.org or call
The Lost Colony at 252-473-2127.
THE LOST COLONY LOOKING FOR
LOCAL NORTH CAROLINA TALENT TO FILL CAST
-- Auditions set for February 27th at the
College
of the Albemarle Roanoke Island Campus –
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PHOTO
CUTLINE: Many actors, singers, dancers, and colonist children
were cast from The Lost Colony’s 2009 local auditions. (Photo
Left, L-R) Simon Davenport (Manteo) and Cameron Pope (Nags Head)
were two child actors that Director Robert Richmond and
Producer/Executive Director Carl V. Curnutte cast from the 2009
auditions. (Photo Right) From his 2009 audition, First Flight
High School Junior Colin Connors (Kill Devil Hills) was hired as
an intern in the production. Local auditions for The Lost
Colony’s 73rd Anniversary Season will take place on February
27th starting at 9 am.
The
College of the Albemarle Roanoke Island Campus is located on
North Virginia Dare Road/ Highway 64 at the former Manteo Middle
School location. Auditions will occur in several parts of the
building. Visit the information/registration area for details.
Audition Schedule
|
TIME |
POSITION |
NOTES |
|
9
a.m. |
Colonist Children |
**Parents must
accompany their children. |
|
9
a.m.
to
12 Noon |
Technician Interviews |
**Bring portfolio or
documents of tech work. |
|
10:30 a.m.
to
12 Noon |
Dancers |
**Dancers will
participate in a dance movement audition and must wear
appropriate dance attire and shoes. |
|
1:15
pm.
until finished |
Actors and Singers
|
**Speaking
Roles: Prepare a one minute memorized
monologue.
**Singers: Bring sheet music for the piece
you will sing—16 bars minimum; Piano accompaniment will
be provided. |
**
Résumé and
two headshots required for all applicants for all positions**
A
Sweet Dance
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(Manteo
NC, January 25, 2010) – Chocolate and other aphrodisiacs are on
the menu at The Lost Colony's annual Valentine's Dance on
Saturday February 13 held inside the ever-elegant 108 Budleigh
in Manteo. An entertaining atmosphere of romance is sure to
abound, as you and your beloved dance and enjoy the coastal
cuisine of Kelly’s warmed by candlelight and caressed by live
entertainment ripe for dancing.
Richmond to Direct The Lost Colony's 2010 Production
(Manteo,
N.C., January 22, 2010) – The Roanoke Island Historical
Association and The Lost Colony's Executive Director/ Producer
Carl V. Curnutte have announced that Robert Richmond will direct
another season of The Lost Colony, America’s longest-running
symphonic outdoor
drama.
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“I am
thrilled to work once again with Richmond,” said Carl V.
Curnutte III, Executive Director/ Producer of The Lost Colony.
“Much like a respected conductor returning to perform a
masterpiece, I feel Richmond will find nuances in the production
to fine-tune and bring his interpretation to new heights.”
For tickets and information, go to www.thelostcolony.org or call
(252) 473-2127 or (252) 473-3414 (April through August). For
accommodations information, visit
www.outerbanks.org or call the Outer Banks Visitors
Bureau at 1-877-629-4368.
A Sweet Dance
(Manteo NC, January 14, 2010) – Fuel the flames of love between
you and your sweetheart at The Lost Colony's annual Valentine's
dance on Saturday February 13 at the ever elegant 108 Budleigh
in Manteo. This year's dance, titled "My Sweet Valentine
Dance" will feature some of the world's most powerful
aphrodisiacs to assist you and your hunk of burning love
celebrate the occasion.
Embrace flames of romance, kindled with live entertainment as
you and your beloved dance and enjoy the coastal cuisine of
Kelly’s warmed by candlelight. An entertaining atmosphere of
romance is sure to abound.
Of course a romance would not be complete without aromatic
scented flowers. Elegant flowers will be available to show your
love to that someone special. This romantic evening is complete
with wine, beer, Kelly’s infamously sumptuous food and an array
of Valentine’s gifts through a silent auction.
Mrs. Myra Ladd Bone is chair of the event with assistance from
Mrs. Dee Buchanan and Mrs. Margaret Wells who serve as
co-chairs.
Proceeds benefit theatrical and educational efforts of the
Roanoke Island Historical Association, producers of The Lost
Colony. Tickets for the dinner dance are $60 per person for
non-members and $50 per person for members of the Roanoke Island
Historical Association. Tickets can be reserved by calling The
Lost Colony at 252-473-2127, extension 223.
PHOTO
CUTLINE:
Dee and David Buchanan enjoy dancing at 2009 Lost Colony’s
Annual Valentine Dance. This year’s event, held at 108 Budleigh
in Manteo from 7-11pm, falls on the Saturday before Valentine’s
Day, February 13. Tickets for the dinner dance are $60 per
person for non-members and $50 per person for members of the
Roanoke Island Historical Association. Tickets can be reserved
by calling The Lost Colony at 252-473-2127, extension 223.
Awful Arthur's
Supports The Lost Colony
(Manteo, N.C., January 13, 2010) – Outer Banks restaurant Awful Arthur's
recently donated $1,000 to The Lost Colony's Lighting Tower Replacement Fund.
The funds will assist the drama’s rebuilding and replacement of the aged towers
that support the instruments to light the stage at Waterside Theatre where the
production has been presented since 1937. Jo Whitehead (center) owner of the
Kill Devil Hills restaurant was congratulated for her generosity and for being
the first business to donate to the fund by Board Members (L-R) Edward L.
Greene, Philip Q. Foreman, Raymond J. Reisert (Vice-Chair), and Lost Colony
staff members Carl V. Curnutte III (Producer/ Executive Director), and Ken
Keating (Development Director).
The long-running drama is reaching out to foundations, businesses, members and
organizations like Awful Arthur's to assist in funding this essential project.
"We wanted to set an example of giving and support for this Outer Banks
landmark," remarked Whitehead. "They represent much of what makes the beach
unique--I hope others will reach out and support this invaluable attraction."
Since 1937, The Lost Colony has proudly told the story of North Carolina's first
English settlers. But years of Outer Banks weather and age have deteriorated the
twin lighting towers that for 72 years have stood ready to light the historic
theatre. Without the towers, the stage would grow dark on this groundbreaking
drama.
Much like the famed outdoor drama, Awful Arthur's is an Outer Banks landmark.
They have served up legendary meals fresh from the Atlantic for more than 20
years and were rated one of the top-ten oyster bars in the nation by Coastal
Living Magazine as well as recognized by Esquire Magazine for their steamed
spiced-shrimp.
To contribute to The Lost Colony's Light Tower Replacement Fund and keep this
state and national treasure shining bright, go online at thelostcolony.org or
call The Lost Colony at 252-473-2127.
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