2005 Black History Month Local Hero Awards

Feb 10, 2005 | 0 comments

The studios of KPBS were transformed into a beautiful setting fit for the Academy Awards last week as Union Bank of California and KPBS gave its annual salute to Local Heroes Awards. The event, narrated by Robert and Delores McNeely, both senior Vice Presidents with Union Bank, was a first class event with great food catered by Magnolias and a host of Who’s Who in San Diego’s African American Community.

This year’s honorees were Jennie Hamilton, founder of Community Actor’s Theatre; Freddie M. Jackson, retired educator; Vincent E. Mudd, owner and President of San Diego Office Interiors; Cecil H. Steppe, President and CEO of the San Diego Urban League; John and Gerri Warren, Publishers of the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper and Reverend George Walker Smith, Founder of the Catfish Club who received a Lifetime Achievement Award.

“This award will not be given every year, but when deemed appropriate,” said Bob McNeely.

Doug Mepland, General Manager of KPBS started the evening’s activities with a statement about their commitment and support. The event was attended by about 100 friends and family members of the honorees at no cost to them or their guest. The 45 second videos produced on each honoree will air throughout the month of February as a tribute to Black History Month.

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“Open Mic”

Please join us for “OPEN MIC” Every 4th Monday of the month at 7pm. Poetry, Spoken Word, Comedy, Sing or Dance, Musical Instrument, Share, Magic Tricks, etc… all ages. (except May, November, & December) Sign-in between 6:30 & 7pm. $5.00 suggested Donation

*FOR ALL SHOWS & EVENTS: In an effort to keep our Patrons safe: *ATTENDEES are asked to do SOCIAL DISTANCING and wear a FACE MASK upon entering the theatre, and continue to do so, during the duration of all indoor shows. HAND SANITIZING STATIONS ARE AVAILABLE. Enhanced air flow has been added. We thank you for your cooperation.

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Juneteenth Fest Outdoor Event

You are invited to join Community Actor’s Theatre as they celebrate JUNETEENTH IN JUNE 2023, 10am to 5pm., at “Gloria’s Mesa” Amphitheatre, the opposite end of the beautiful Chollas Lake Park. About 4 blocks right down the hill from Community Actor’s Theatre. PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON FOR MORE INFORMATION! FREE Family oriented Entertainment & Free Parking.  A Day of Family Fun! There will be a variety of Vendors, so come prepared to shop! We need and appreciate your on-going support!

CAT’s 8-Day Bahamas Cruise

Please consider joining us on CAT’s 8-Day Bahamas Cruise NEXT YEAR, on Sunday, April 6, 2024, Departing out of Galveston, TX.  A block of Cabins have been reserved and are READY to be Booked by you and patrons who’d like to join us. To view the info., and Book the cruise, go to: travmanity.com/expressyourself   (CAT’s New Website)  FUN Cruise, please call, text, or email Jennie at: 619-581-2634 or 619-807-7059  jlou2@cox.net Thank you!

AUDITIONS & ACTING CLASSES

Auditions: NONE AT THIS TIME. Check back here monthly. (See us on Facebook, LinkedIN, our Marquee or Poster at CAT theatre) Thank you for your interest.

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CHILDREN & YOUTH AGES 7-15 – Acting Workshop Classes: Register Saturday, January 28, 2023  between 10am & 12noon. Classes will begin the following Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. Classes will be FREE this time, but students will be asked to sell more tickets for the culminating Show at the end of the session. Classes will run Feb. 4 – May 27, 2023, Saturdays from 10am to 12noon. Instructor: Miss Marvell.

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Registration for the adults ages 16 & up, will be on the same day as for the children & youth. The adult acting workshop classes will run every other Saturday from 10am to 1:00pm., February 4 – May 27, 2023. Cost: $85.00 per student, a month. Instructor: Mr. Lorenzo

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ADULTS AGES 16 & UP,  ACTING WORKSHOP CLASSES, $85.00 per adult, A MONTH.  Students will meet EVERY OTHER Saturday from 10am – 1:00pm.