Amanda Sings at Evergreen State Fair - August 2010

Amanda was part of the selected talent from Applause Studio chosen to perform in this fine show at the 2010 Evergreen State Fair.

Evergreen State Fair - Show Highlights - August 27 2010

A 5-minute photo & video colleague put to music showcasing some highlights from the Applause Studio August 27 show at the Evergreen State Fair featuring my girl Amanda!

(click photo to play video)

Direct URL to video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7MEP9-AS6k

Applause Players "CATS" - Ultimate Blooper (expertly handled)

As Miss Laura would say, "WELCOME TO THEATER!"
So here we are... third and final show of the weekend. All is going along quite smoothly until this point. Sure... Friday night had a little blip at the beginning when the opening music started before our CATs were on stage... that was no problem - nothing noticeable. Saturday night we had a slight microphone malfunction during Grizabella's magnificent solo, "Memory." That was somewhat painful... but Griz skillfully reached behind her back and turned it off. Luckily... she projects very well. But nothing will top the transition section between "Jellicle Ball" and "Macavity." There is this transition scene where Old Deuteronomy gets kidnapped while sirens and suspenseful music plays in the background. Meanwhile, the three soloists, are quickly getting mic'd for Macavity (Lisa, Alex, & Amanda). When the transition music looped again, we figured they were buying time since there isn't nearly enough time to get all three gals mic'd before the Macavity music starts up. But we quickly realized we had a little problem when the transition track and sirens started playing over the Macavity track... just when we thought it was going to be no big deal and it sounded like it was going to be okay.... watch and see how it turned out!

Santa Breakfast - December 12 - Lynnwood Convention Center

From the Album: Applause Studio Santa Elves at the Lynwood Santa Breakfast!

This is the second Santa breakfast gig this year for the Applause Studio Performance Team. Santa hired these ladies to be his elves for his Santa breakfast series. These fabulous elves were there to greet and seat the guests as they arrived for food and fun. After everyone had yummy food in their tummies, the Elves entertained the guests with a snappy little Christmas number. They must have made quite an impression on Santa because he appeared from the North pole at the coaxing of the Elves. After Santa appeared, the Elves went around to each of the tables to escort the eagerly waiting kids (young and old) to where Santa sat waiting to hear their Christmas wishes. If that wasn't cool enough... The Grinch made a surprise appearance and read a story to the Kids. As Santa was getting ready to fly out of sight, the Elves lavished the children with gifts to their delight.

Click HERE to see the entire album!!

Alison & Amanda @ the Mill Creek Festival

Amanda accompanied Alison on air guitar while she sang a Beatles song at the Mill Creek Festival. Click the play button on the video below to see them in action!!

Mill Creek Festival at the Community Stage - Hosted by Applause Studio

A fun and entertaining day at the Mill Creek Festival Community Stage. Applause Studio did an amazing job of hosting and entertaining the steady crowd of folks!

From the album: Mill Creek Festival 2009: Community Stage Hosted by Applause Studio!

It was a treat to have Sid & Alison perform one of their very fun numbers.

The Applause Performance Team dance troup put on their 45-minute show, "Pulse"

There were many other Applause vocal soloist, who all have so much talent.

And especially entertaining was the 45-minute version of the Applause Players musical, "The Princess & the Pea - A Twisted Tale"

Click HERE too see all of the photos and videos from all the fun!

The Great Penelope at The Mill Creek Festival

The Applause Players, of Applause Studio in Mill Creek, performed a 45-minute version of "The Great Penelope" production. Starring my darling daughter as "Penelope" and wonderful husband as Penelope's dad.

Mill Creek Festival Fun

Besides the wonderful performance of "The Great Penelope," we had lots of other fun at the community stage as well. Bob helped run sound for some of the guest who performed, Amanda participated in some of the antics of "The Rowdy Refs," and then we were all charmed by the wonderful J.P. Patches... who played a trick on Amanda and company.

June Recital - Music Montage

The Great Penelope Production!!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to see Amanda & Bob in the fabulous production of “The Great Penelope.” They both had such a wonderful time and
Amanda did a knock-out job playing the role of Penelope (woman of destiny).

For those of you who were unable to make it to the play, we have ordered the DVD. If you would like to see it, let us know and we’ll send you a copy.

In the meantime, take a look at the online photo/video gallery I have created. So find some quiet time and grab a cup of tea and enjoy a journey through the adventures of creating “The Great Penelope!!” Click the photo above or HERE now to begin!!

You’ll find everything from the photo shoot to the live production itself…and everything in between such as the Show-A-Thon at Everett Mall and some of the rehearsals.

Below are some select video clips from all the action:

• The "Great Penelope" in lights!!
• Waltzing Parents Introduced by Penelope (rehearsal)
• Take out the papers and the trash (Bob singing and dancing)
• The chair dance (rehearsal)
• The fight scene (rehearsal)
• She’s the devil in disguise (Amanda singing and dancing)
• Funky dance break with our Super Hero
• Homework help from some dead historical guys
• The Asparagus Dance (check out Bob's moves)
• Time to Disco (Bob really cuts a rug in this one)
• Check out these moves
• The Blues in the Night (part one)
• The Blues in the Night (part two)
• Tears of the vegetables
• It is I, Captain Vegetable
• My name is Andy and I love candy
• Miss Asparagus
• This is the dawning of the age of Asparagus
• Let the sunshine in
• Some final advice from Penelope
• Advice part two
• With love, The Great Penelope
• Finale Dance (part one)
• Finale Dance (part two)
• Finale Dance (part three)
• Finale Dance (part four)
• A bow from Bob
• A bow from Amanda
• The curtain closes

Applause Studio at Austin's High School Musical Event

In February, Austin's school had a "High School Musical" fun night. Amanda, along with some fellow Applause Studio dancers, performed a dance from the movie and then taught it to all the kids. They then all performed it together. They all did very well! Check it out!!!

Show-A-Thon 2008 - Applause Studio Annual Fundraiser

Applause Studio does it again. Our Youth Parent Organization (YPO) and all the talented students put on a 6-hours show at the Everett Mall to raise money for its Performing Arts programs. Hooray!!

Amanda performed of course, but instead of me performing as well... it was Bob. However, I worked behind the scenes as the volunteer and fundraiser coordinator. I am happy to announce that we raised more than our goal this year. Whoo hoo!!!

Snow Days Show at Gold Creek Church

Each year, select Applause Studio students perform at this very fun annual event at Gold Creek Community Church in Mill Creek. It is quite the fun event. They actual truck in real snow and families bring their sleds and have a blast sledding and playing in the snow. They also have an awesome selection of craft vendors. This year I bought a very fun knitted purse and a cook book that has the most wonderful recipes. I always get compliments on my purse and the recipes from the book are always asked for... especially the French Quarter cheese. It's to die for!!!

Mill Creek Festival 2007

This year's festival was a complete success. We (Applause Studio) sponsored the Family Stage. Bonus, our booth was set up right next to the stage. Our Performance and Dance Teams performed on Saturday and then our Theatre Group performed the Chocolate Factory (Amanda played many roles and I appeared as various living props). Enjoy the video montage I created below! To view all the photos, click HERE to access the online video show and from there, click on "Album!!"

We were in the Bothell 4th of July Parade

We showed our patriotic spirit this year and joined the Applause Studio gang for the Bothell 4th of July parade. It was quite the hot day and I was so impressed that the kids were able to boogie down the whole way. I was about ready to faint and all I did was hand out flyers and candy. Bob walked along side and captured it all on video. Austin helped hand out candy. I also captured some footage. Click HERE to view the video montage!

Austin's School Play

Austin was in a school play called “Theseus and the Minotaur, The Monster of the Maze.” The play was Performed by the James Monroe Superstars in Ms. Martin & Mrs. Coffman’s Multiage Class (3rd/4th).
Click on the image to see all the photos!

June Production @ Edmonds Center for the Arts

Amanda and I had a great time performing in the Applause Studio production of "Opposites." The show was a huge success and a good time was had by all. I finally got around to uploading a bunch of the photos from the show. Some are photos I took before and after the show and the others were taken by our professional photographer. He captured some great on-stage action shots!!! To view the photos, click on the image.

The Chocolate Factory

APPLAUSE PLAYERS PRESENTS...
The Chocolate Factory -- featuring Amanda Rice
On Friday, April 27, Amanda appeared in the play "Chocolate Factory." This was her first large theatre production. She has definitely been bit by the theater bug and has fallen madly in love with acting. In fact, she may focus solely on theater for a while. Our Amanda is a natural born actress and have we no doubt she will go far with this new endeavor.

Before the play, family and friends gathered at Anthony's Home Port Restaurant on the Everett Waterfront for dinner. Amanda was so touched at how many friends and family came to see her debut. I believe there were 20 of us who met up for dinner and several more friends and family met us at the theater.

The play was a huge success. What a wonderful night! Thanks to everyone who came out and showed their support!!!
Click on either photo to see all the fun pictures. :-)

A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM!

On Friday, April 20... The Applause Studio Performance Teams had a show at the Everett Imagine Children's Museum.

Before the show, the kids took advantage of the fun things to do at the museum. Click on the photo to see all the photos of our night at the museum.

Julie & Amanda Perform at Whirligig 2007!

WHIRLIGIG 2007
AT SEATTLE CENTER

Amanda & I performed at the annual Whirligig show. This is Amanda's 3rd year performing in this show and my 2nd. Click on the photo to see all the action!