[Capdist-announce] "The Singing Revolution" Feb. 27 at Sand Lake Center for the Arts

[Sand Lake Center for the Arts]

On Sat. Feb. 27 at 7pm the Sand Lake Center for the Arts will be showcasing
The Singing Revolution. Created by Capital District residents James and
Maureen Tusty, the film is a documentary that tells the extraordinary story
of the non-violent path Estonia took to free itself from Soviet occupation.
In 1991, after nearly fifty years of rule by a brutal Soviet occupation, the
small Republic of Estonia confronted their occupiers by announcing their
independence to the world. Music played a pivotal role in this historical
event. The Singing Revolution tells the story of one country’s undeniable
thirst for self-determination and its unshakable belief in what it means to
be free—to be Estonian.  Jim is a dual citizen of the U.S. and Estonia. He
and Maureen own Sky Films, Inc., working out of their office in Manhattan as
well as their home in Averill Park, N.Y. Jim was always hearing stories
about Estonia from his immigrant father, Julius, who came to the U.S. in
1924.
In 1999 and 2001, Jim and Maureen were given the chance to teach filmmaking
courses at a college in Jim’s ancestral homeland. For the next two years,
everything the Tustys learned stayed with them and they eventually asked
themselves two key questions: “If not us, who?”, and “If not now, when?”
With that dedication—and little else—they proceeded to embark on what became
a four year journey in creating The Singing Revolution, a movie and a
movement. Both had already produced innumerable TV programs, commercials and
corporate films via their Mountain View Group production company.
Director/Producer Maureen Castle Tusty embraced her husband’s heritage as
her own in the course of teaching in Estonia, falling in love with the
people of this country. For this emotionally moving and history filled
documentary, tickets are $8 and $5  for under 18.  For reservations call
518-674-2007 or visit  <http://www.slca-cp.org> www.slca-cp.org.  The SLCA
is located at 2880 NY 43, one half mile east of the blinking light in
Averill Park, NY.

 

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The Sand Lake Center for the Arts 

is located at 2880 NY 43, Averill Park, NY

½ mile east of the blinking light in Averill Park.

518-674-2007

 

For more information 

Visit the SLCA web site at slca-ctp.org <http://www.slca-ctp.org/> . 

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Sand Lake Center for the Arts 2010 Season

Circle Theatre Players

Arms and the Man, Mar. 19 – 28
The Hound of the Baskervilles, May 14 – 23

Squire Jacob Concert Series

SuperStringz - Mar. 13
Sky Blue Boys - Apr. 10
Bob Franke - May 8
Finest Kind - Sept. 25
Fennig’s All-Star String Band - Oct. 30
Susan Trump - Nov. 13

Gallery Shows

Shawn Snow, Feb. 16 - Mar. 31
East Bank Arts Alliance, Apr. 1 - May 15
Lisa Weinblatt, May 16 - Jun. 30
Ellen Kostroff, Jul. 1 - Aug. 15
Pat Smart, Aug. 16 - Sep. 30
Holiday Art Fair Artists, Oct. 1 - Nov. 15
Brigid Rockwell, Nov. 16 - Dec. 31

Sand Lake Center for the Arts - Circle Theatre Players,
is a not for profit community arts center
The Center is a renovated, historically significant 1835 church
with a fully equipped open performing space for theatrical productions, 
community meetings, concerts, workshops and classes; and is available for
rent.
The light-filled Gallery boasts original stained glass windows 
and exhibits artists' work throughout the year. 
The Gallery and Cafe are open one hour prior to events.
Volunteer opportunities abound and can be yours by contacting 
Managing Director, Debra Roy at  <mailto:info at slca-ctp.org>
info at slca-ctp.org. 

The Center is air conditioned, handicapped accessible and has free parking.

 <http://www.slca-ctp.org> http://slca-ctp.org
Sand Lake Center for the Arts - Circle Theatre Players
P.O. Box 179 - Averill Park, New York 12018
518-674-2007
Email:  <mailto:info at slca-ctp.org> info at slca-ctp.org

 

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