Center for Faith & the Arts

Tai Chi Classes

Tai Chi Class

Thursdays starts September 22, 5:30-6:30 pm
· Eight weeks, through November 17 (no class October 13)
· Beginner level (experienced practitioners welcome also)
· Cost is $80 for series. Space is limited, registration required
· Nationally certified tai chi instructor

Tai chi is a Chinese martial art made up of a series of slow, continuous movements that transition smoothly from one into the next. It is an “internal” martial art, which means it stresses the integration and balance of both the mind and body. So this mindful exercise is also moving meditation. Benefits include:

Improved posture, coordination, flexibility and muscle strength
Better balance, less fall risk and stronger bones
Enhanced circulation, and heart and lung function
Reduced stress, increased relaxation and focus
Less pain and stiffness and more energy

Several aspects of tai chi account for its remarkable effectiveness. The slow, deliberate movements and attention to breath, body positions and sensations, help people become more aware of both their bodies and minds. By experiencing the body and mind as whole rather than separate, tai chi practitioners learn how one influences the other. This prepares them to actually influence their own health. Learn more here.

For more information or to register for the class, contact Gail Poulton on the Living the Road Map website at http://www.gailpoulton.wordpress.com, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 704-633-9222 and leave voicemail.

St. Thomas Players Auditions

Anne Frank at her desk

St. Thomas Players, theatre company of Center for Faith & the Arts, and producing partner Lee Street theatre announce auditions for The Diary of Anne Frank, by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, adapted by Wendy Kesselman, on January 2 and 3, 7:00 pm, at Lee Street theatre. The audition will consist of cold readings from the script. Claudia Galup, Artistic Director of St. Thomas Players, directs.

The production runs from February 23-March 4. Rehearsals will be held in the evenings, typically Sunday-Thursday, from 7:00-9:30 pm. Please bring a list of conflicts to auditions. Scripts are available for check-out at Lee Street. Questions? Email Jennifer Hubbard at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Characters

Anne Frank, 13-15, vibrant, gangly; wears her emotions on her sleeve

Otto Frank, early 50s, wise, even-tempered; the glue that holds things together

Edith Frank, late 30s, reserved, composed.

Margot Frank, 16-18, quieter and softer than Anne; takes after her mother

Mrs. van Daan, late 30s, a big personality; loud, moody

Mr. van Daan, mid 40s, restless, short-tempered

Peter van Daan, 16-18, a shy, awkward boy

Mr. Dussel, mid 50s but acts older; uptight, stern

Miep Gies, early-mid 30s, warm, inherently likeable

Mr. Kraler, 40s, a businessman, calm and steady

(There are also 3 small roles for men of any age.)