Listen to live, local roots, folk and Americana music while strolling past the mature trees of our oldest park. This sunset event, brought to you by the Urbana Park District, the C-U Folk and Roots Festival, and Krannert Center will have a selection of soloists and small combos scattered along the walks of Crystal Lake Park. Parking is available at the Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center; the musicians will be centered around the North Woods Pavilion. Musicians will move in to the Anita Purves Nature Center at 1505 N. Broadway in case of severe weather. Check our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/urbanaparkdistrict or call the Park District Sports & Event Hotline for postponement information: 217-367-9575. 3rd Annual Friday May 13 from 6 to 8pm NEW Rain location Anita Purves Nature Center Folk & Roots Fridays brown bag lunch concerts Fridays from 12 to 1pm Jun 3, Jun 17, Jul 1, Jul 15, Aug 5 and Aug 19 The Lake House in Crystal Lake Park These concerts were such a hit last summer we doubled the number of dates thanks to the C-U Folk and Roots Festival! Join the Urbana Park District and the C-U Folk & Roots Festival on the first and third Fridays of each month this summer for some great FREE live music. We ll have boating and drink/snack specials, just bring your lunch and enjoy an afternoon lunch break on the lake. Enter your name into our raffle each Friday to win a free Lake House rental in 2016. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held inside the air conditioned rental room at the Lake House. register by calling 217-367-1544
Saturday, June 18 4pm to sunset Meadowbrook Park Race Street entrance Band Schedule: Summer is a time to take it slow and easy. There s no better way to celebrate that feeling than with live music and your favorite summertime treat! Enjoy musical performances by local musicians and taste fresh strawberries over ice cream (while supplies last). 4-5pm 5:30-6:30pm 7-8pm Wildwood String Band High Cotton Burr Oak String Band The grassy meadow next to the Meadowbrook Interpretive Center is the perfect spot for this free concert with an old-fashioned flavor. This summer event features a hayrack ride through the park and guided prairie tours. Don t forget your blanket or lawn chairs! Overflow parking is available at Stone Creek Church at the corner of Windsor Road and Race Street. This year explore nature play at Strawberry Jam. View our plans for a planned nature playscape in Crystal Lake Park while making and playing with nature s loose parts.
Live, local music is the highlight of these weekly events in our neighborhood parks. Each park features a different local band, all playing the very best music from blues to 80s hits to folk and bluegrass. Bring your lawn chair or even a picnic dinner and spend the evening with us. Each Neighborhood Night features: * The very best local musicians * Free popcorn and lemonade * Fun activities * Meet City of Urbana officials and talk to them about your neighborhood Wednesdays 6:30-8pm Near you! All ages Date Band Type of Music Park May 25 Kilborn Alley Blues Band Blues Carle Jun 1 Caleb Cook Band Country, Honkey Tonk Swing APNC Friendship Grove Jun 8 Big Creek Guitar Band Classic Rock, Blues, Originals South Ridge Jun 15 Keith Harden Americana, Folk Blair Jun 22 Prairie Dogs Bluegrass Dog Park (small dog area) Jun 29 Bruiser and the Virtues Jump Blues Victory Jul 6 ESP Hard Rock Classics Crestview Jul 13 Pet Roxx 70s and 80s Hard/Pop Rock AMBUCS Jul 20 Kittens Incorporated Breezy Pop Larson Jul 27 New Souls Neosoul, Funk, R&B, 90s Hip-hop Prairie Park Aug 3 Surreal Deal 70s Jam Bands Meadowbrook PrairiePlay Neighborhood Nights Stump the Naturalist Discover nature right outside your door. What stories do trees tell? Can you identify the critters you see in your neighborhood park? Join the Neighborhood Nights Naturalist for a natural look at your neighborhood park. Do you think you can stump the staff? Inquiring minds wonder what natural item you can bring to the naturalist. Every Neighborhood Night! Join us and be entered to win prizes. Rain date is the following night in the case of inclement weather. Call the Urbana Park District Sports and Event Hotline after 4pm for postponement information: 217-367-9575 or check our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/urbanaparkdistrict. Barham Insurance register by calling 217-367-1544
OUR 25TH ANNUAL YOUTH SUMMER THEATRE PERFORMANCE Music and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley Adapted for the Stage by Timothy Allen McDonald and Leslie Bricusse Based on the book Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl Performances 7pm F, Jul 15 2pm, Sa, Jul 16 7pm, Sa, Jul 16 2pm, Su, Jul 17 Harold and Jean Miner Theatre at Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley, Champaign Tickets go on sale June 20 Adults Students/Seniors Children 12 and under $14 $10 $7 Tickets are available by credit card at 217-367-1544. They may also be purchased by clicking on the registration link at www.urbanaparks.org (keyword: Willy Wonka), in person at the Phillips Recreation Center or from a cast member, and at the door if still available. Martin Luther King- Jettie Rhodes Neighborhood Day at King Park Saturday, June 25 from 12-4pm Martin Luther King Jettie Rhodes Neighborhood Day was founded by the late Mrs. Jettie Rhodes. Mrs. Rhodes had a famous quote: Who s your neighbor? This day is all about giving back to the community with fun, family, networking, and a diverse atmosphere. Plan your next family outing at MLK Jettie Rhodes Neighborhood Day. Enjoy free food (while supplies last), live entertainment, kids activities, raffle prizes, and a wealth of resourceful information provided by various local nonprofits. In addition, you may recognize some of our public officials and community members who volunteer for this event each year. Rain or shine, the fun goes on!
Special Events Teeny Tiny Beach Party Code: 4249 July 23 from 9-11am EB Cost Register by $20/couple Jul 9 $7 ea. additional child Cost Register by $25/couple Jul 16 $7 ea. additional child Walk-in $30 Parent/child combo July 23 $7 ea. additional child Little ones up through age 5 will enjoy plenty of water fun with special guests at the facility during the party. The leisure pool, the streambed, and the sand play area will be open during this party. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Parents must accompany their children to this event. Season Pass Holder Parties June 18, August 13 from 8-10pm As a season pass holder, we welcome you to this exclusive party. The facility will be open to only those with a valid pass to Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center. It will be held from 8 10 PM. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. AT Adult Swim Nights Jun 3, Jul 9, Aug 6 from 8-10pm $4R/$5NR As adults we, we all want time to ourselves witn NO CHILDREN around. The staff at CLPFAC is here to give you just that! Come swim with us. This relaxing evening atmosphere is the perfect time to enjoy all the amenities our facility has to offer. While parents are at the Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center s adult swim night, kids ages 3 12 are invited to attend a late-night play date from 8 10:30 PM at the Anita Purves Nature Center. Staff will lead children in group games, crafts and activities. A snack will be provided. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and to bring a sleeping bag or blanket and a pillow as they will have the option to snuggle up and nap/watch a movie toward the later portion of the evening. Space is limited! $3 per child. Celebrate S ummer O pening Day Celebration (May 28) Kick off Summer 2016 at Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center! There will be give-a-ways and activities. All Veterans or current Military will enter at a discounted rate of $4 during all of Memorial Day Weekend. Must have appropriate identification. 4th of J uly Celebration! Non-Resident Days (July 4) Nothing is better on a hot 4th of July than a fun day at the pool with friends and family. There will be give-aways, a cannon ball contest, wall climbing contests and MORE! Come join us for some fun! (June 4, June 15, July 9, July 20, Aug 6) Non Residents may swim at resident rate ALL DAY End of the Season Celebration Father's Day Special (June 19) What could be more fun than celebrating Dads in the sun and water? One free adult admission for Dad with purchase of child s admission. (September 3-5) Help us end our summer season with a SPLASH! Patrons will be able to enter all day at a reduced rate for the entire Labor Day Weekend. Veterans and current military will be able to enter at $4 per person the entire weekend as well. Must have appropriate identification.
Music and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley Adapted for the Stage by Timothy Allen McDonald and Leslie Bricusse Based on the book Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl Community Programs Roald Dahl s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to chocolate-covered life. The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse (Jekyll & Hyde, Doctor Dolittle) and Anthony Newley, Roald Dahl s Willy Wonka is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone s sweet tooth. Roald Dahl s Willy Wonka follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding five golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whoever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats: the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka s rules in the factory or suffer the consequences. Ages 7* to 18 (just finished senior year of high school) *Any actor younger than 9 must have approval to audition. If you have any questions, call Erica at 217-367-1544, extension 276. Arranging for Auditions Auditions take place at the Phillips Recreation Center. Call 367-1544 or visit: www.urbanaparks.org/facilities/phillips-recreation-center/ to schedule an audition time for either the chorus only or for a named role. If you are unable to make these scheduled times, ask about making alternate arrangements. Sign-ups for technical work will be accepted any time during auditions. Appointments Day Date Time Chorus Auditions Friday May 6 4-6pm Saturday May 7 10-11am Children will be taught a number from the show and will sing and dance in groups of 10-15 for 30 minutes. Solo Auditions Friday Saturday Saturday May 6 May 7 May 7 6-8pm 11am-12pm 1-5pm Prepare a song to sing. An accompanist will be provided for those who bring sheet music. Children will perform their number and dance in small groups for one hour. Call Backs Monday May 9 5-8pm Call backs will be done in two phases and will include script readings, dance movement auditions and possible singing repeats. Children will be contacted if they are to attend call backs.
Rehearsal Information Monday to Thursday from 6:30-9:30pm May 23 performance dates (July 15-17) Rehearsals are at the Phillips Recreation Center. Frequency of rehearsals for an individual will depend on how many scenes they are in. Exact schedules vary within the 6:30-9:30 timeframe week to week. Some performers may rehearse up to 12 hours a week. Rehearsal times may change and frequency will increase the week just prior to the production, and may include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday meetings and rehearsals. Program Fees A fee of $100 is required and covers the cost of production materials as well as a show T-shirt and poster for each cast member. No separate costuming fees will be required, though cast members may need to supply their own individual pieces from home (such as plain-colored shirts, tights, shoes, or makeup). The program fee is due by the first rehearsal. No refunds will be given after May 31. Financial assistance is available. Please apply by May 16. Code: 3944 Community Programs Junior Performers Monday and Wednesday rehearsals from 6:30-7:30pm June 13-July 13 Ages 5-9 Phillips Recreation Center This non-musical play program gives younger actors more direct attention and performance experience than they would receive from a full-scale musical. Participants will learn basic performance skills: volume, facing out, memorization, being a good audience member, characterization, and commitment. Rehearsals will take place alongside those for the mainstage production of Willy Wonka. A matinee performance will be held on stage at Parkland College. This program is perfect for young actors who are interested in getting started in theatre but aren t ready for the rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule of our regular Youth Summer Theatre production. EB Cost Deadline Cost Deadline Code $60R/$90NR May 31 $72R/$108NR Jun 6 3943 register by calling 217-367-1544