A show for all seasons: By Ann What began 23 years ago as a program offering students a bit of Broadway in Jacksonville has developed into one of FCCJ’s most visable and popular con‘ tributions to the community. FCCJ students, employees and area residents have learned to expect great performances from the Artist Series, and the 1988-89 lineup promises not to disappoint them. From Robert Goulet in “South Pacific” to a second encore production of “CATS,” the 15 sched— uled shows will comprise the busiest and one of the most exciting seasons ever for Artist Series Director Milton A. Russos and his staff. The series has become so successful that Russos has doubled the seats available to subscribers, added three new positions to the department, lengthened the Broadway season, and brought “CATS” back for a third life in the Civic Auditorium. “There are 43,000 people who have seen ‘CATS’ in Jacksonville,” Russos said. “But there are still over 750,000 people [in the area] who haven’t seen the show.” In addition to “CATS” (Jan. 6—8), “The Magic of David Copperfield” will return to the series (Feb. 4). Other special events are planned for the series. The series is divided into three seasons. The Broadway season features Goulet’s “South Pacific” (Nov. 28-Dec. 4), Tony award—winners “My One and Only” (Feb. 24 81 26), “Me and My Girl” (April 18’23), “Les Miserables” (May 9-14), and Tony— and Grammy— winner “Dreamgirls” (April 6-9). The American Theatre season will begin with “Broadway Bound” (Oct. 27) and “Sweet Charity” (Nov. 11 Sr 12), both from the genius of Neil Simon. (“Broadway Bound” ends Simon’s autobiographical trilogy which began with “Brighton Beach Memoirs” and continued with “Biloxi Blues,” also a recently released film.) The American Theatre season will “Les Miserables” surpasses “C ” as the largest production to play the Civic Auditorium. A Publication of Florida Community College at Jacksonville magic, mystery and music “Dreamgirls” is part of the Broadway season. continue with a performance by the “Preservation Hall Jazz Band” (Jan. 14), and Arthur Miller’s “A View From the Bridge” (Feb. 28), a production Russos considers the “sleeper” of this year’s series. “Most people will remember the pro duction of the ‘Miracle Worker’ here,” he said. “The same company is perfor- ming ‘A View From the Bridge.’ They will be leaving to present this (play) in the Soviet Union almost immediately after they finish in Jacksonville.” Russos added that the play is similar to Miller’s more popular classic, “Death of a Salesman,” in its display of inner conflict and emotion. “It’s a bit deeper than what we usually bring (to the series), but we’re trying to develop that aspect as part of what we offer.” Finally, the American Theatre season will feature Agatha Christie’s “Toward Zero” (Jan. 19) as part of a murder dour ble feature. The second “whodunit” is Charles Dickens’ solve—itayourself “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” (Jan. 20) another Tony winner. Members of the audience will vote on their choice for an ending to this Dickens’ tale, which was left unfinished at his death. “Drood” is part of the new Interna— tional season, an extension of the former Lively Arts season. The world’s most renowned mime, Marcel Marceau, will dazzle Jacksonville residents (March 4), and the New York City Opera Na- tional Company will perform “La Traviata” (March 14) to round out the International offerings. FCCJ opens Student Success Center Students who were once considered “high risk” now have a chance to dream and the opportunity to succeed through a new center at the Downtown Campus of Florida Community College at Jacksonville. The Student Success Center is a col- lection of specialized programs in various vocational training areas, employability skills, job placement and referral services, all housed under one roof. On Tuesday, Oct. 4, President Charles Spence will welcome guests to an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the public and college community. The center is located across the hall from the large auditorium at Downtown Campus. “It’s as close as we can come to a one-stop center where students can get information about our specialized pro— grams, get their eligibility determination completed by the referring agency and begin training in one place,” said Jeff Oliver, director of development and operations for performance contracting at FCCJ. “We’re trying to promote stu— dent success not student confusion.” The center offers the following pro- grams for students with special needs: JTPA Clerical Word Processing Training (longrterm unemployed), Challenge (displaced homemakers), Jobs for the Future (high school dropouts), Return to Learn—T hen Earn (senior citizens), Data Processing for Disabled Students, and Success Training and Referral System, formerly Urban Skills Center (economically disadvantaged students). Russos said there is always a certain amount of risk involved in choosing what the series will bring to Jackson— ville audiences each year, but there is even greater reward in knowing an, diences enjoy the performances. “The positive response of the com— munity is one of the most gratifying things about working with the Artist Series,” be said. “We get top quality shows, and we are the major presenter (of theatrical performances) in the city. “This market is no different than any other market,” he added. “What works in St. Louis will work in Jacksonville. Every year we try to outdo the previous season.” As in the past, some production com— pany members will visit FCCJ campuses to interact with students in the classroom. Also, FCCJ students and employees will benefit from discounts to many performances, and payroll deduc- tion for purchasing tickets is still available. Russos encourages employees to con‘ sider subscribing to the various seasons. Subscribers can save from 10 to 25 per— cent on ticket prices, depending on the package they choose, and they get first choice in seating. A considerable sav- ings in handling charges is another benefit. For more information on tickets or payroll deduction, call the Artist Series at 6326373 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Ann Freeman is group sales representative for the Artist Series. The center also provides on—site ser- vices from one city and two state agen— cies that are primary funding sources for FCCJ students with special needs. The Private Industry Council of Jacksonville, Vocational Rehabilitation, and HRS—Project Independence house representatives in the Student Success Center. All programs are free and many pro- vide transportation, child care assistance, job placement assistance and other benefits. Eligibility varies from program to program. The center also features information about admissions, Open Campus programs and Adult Basic Education. For more information, call Edith Tanksley at 633-8280 or Warner James at 633’8139. INSIDE Everything is shipshape atGeis.........2 Campaign calls for olympic teamwork . . . . . .3 Nation focuses on abilities of disabled........4 Norilco Miller graduated from the Challenge program and was named Student of the Year in FCCl’s high school completion progmm , OCR Text: A show for all seasons: By Ann What began 23 years ago as a program offering students a bit of Broadway in Jacksonville has developed into one of FCCJ’s most visable and popular con‘ tributions to the community. FCCJ students, employees and area residents have learned to expect great performances from the Artist Series, and the 1988-89 lineup promises not to disappoint them. From Robert Goulet in “South Pacific” to a second encore production of “CATS,” the 15 sched— uled shows will comprise the busiest and one of the most exciting seasons ever for Artist Series Director Milton A. Russos and his staff. The series has become so successful that Russos has doubled the seats available to subscribers, added three new positions to the department, lengthened the Broadway season, and brought “CATS” back for a third life in the Civic Auditorium. “There are 43,000 people who have seen ‘CATS’ in Jacksonville,” Russos said. “But there are still over 750,000 people [in the area] who haven’t seen the show.” In addition to “CATS” (Jan. 6—8), “The Magic of David Copperfield” will return to the series (Feb. 4). Other special events are planned for the series. The series is divided into three seasons. The Broadway season features Goulet’s “South Pacific” (Nov. 28-Dec. 4), Tony award—winners “My One and Only” (Feb. 24 81 26), “Me and My Girl” (April 18’23), “Les Miserables” (May 9-14), and Tony— and Grammy— winner “Dreamgirls” (April 6-9). The American Theatre season will begin with “Broadway Bound” (Oct. 27) and “Sweet Charity” (Nov. 11 Sr 12), both from the genius of Neil Simon. (“Broadway Bound” ends Simon’s autobiographical trilogy which began with “Brighton Beach Memoirs” and continued with “Biloxi Blues,” also a recently released film.) The American Theatre season will “Les Miserables” surpasses “C ” as the largest production to play the Civic Auditorium. A Publication of Florida Community College at Jacksonville magic, mystery and music “Dreamgirls” is part of the Broadway season. continue with a performance by the “Preservation Hall Jazz Band” (Jan. 14), and Arthur Miller’s “A View From the Bridge” (Feb. 28), a production Russos considers the “sleeper” of this year’s series. “Most people will remember the pro duction of the ‘Miracle Worker’ here,” he said. “The same company is perfor- ming ‘A View From the Bridge.’ They will be leaving to present this (play) in the Soviet Union almost immediately after they finish in Jacksonville.” Russos added that the play is similar to Miller’s more popular classic, “Death of a Salesman,” in its display of inner conflict and emotion. “It’s a bit deeper than what we usually bring (to the series), but we’re trying to develop that aspect as part of what we offer.” Finally, the American Theatre season will feature Agatha Christie’s “Toward Zero” (Jan. 19) as part of a murder dour ble feature. The second “whodunit” is Charles Dickens’ solve—itayourself “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” (Jan. 20) another Tony winner. Members of the audience will vote on their choice for an ending to this Dickens’ tale, which was left unfinished at his death. “Drood” is part of the new Interna— tional season, an extension of the former Lively Arts season. The world’s most renowned mime, Marcel Marceau, will dazzle Jacksonville residents (March 4), and the New York City Opera Na- tional Company will perform “La Traviata” (March 14) to round out the International offerings. FCCJ opens Student Success Center Students who were once considered “high risk” now have a chance to dream and the opportunity to succeed through a new center at the Downtown Campus of Florida Community College at Jacksonville. The Student Success Center is a col- lection of specialized programs in various vocational training areas, employability skills, job placement and referral services, all housed under one roof. On Tuesday, Oct. 4, President Charles Spence will welcome guests to an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the public and college community. The center is located across the hall from the large auditorium at Downtown Campus. “It’s as close as we can come to a one-stop center where students can get information about our specialized pro— grams, get their eligibility determination completed by the referring agency and begin training in one place,” said Jeff Oliver, director of development and operations for performance contracting at FCCJ. “We’re trying to promote stu— dent success not student confusion.” The center offers the following pro- grams for students with special needs: JTPA Clerical Word Processing Training (longrterm unemployed), Challenge (displaced homemakers), Jobs for the Future (high school dropouts), Return to Learn—T hen Earn (senior citizens), Data Processing for Disabled Students, and Success Training and Referral System, formerly Urban Skills Center (economically disadvantaged students). Russos said there is always a certain amount of risk involved in choosing what the series will bring to Jackson— ville audiences each year, but there is even greater reward in knowing an, diences enjoy the performances. “The positive response of the com— munity is one of the most gratifying things about working with the Artist Series,” be said. “We get top quality shows, and we are the major presenter (of theatrical performances) in the city. “This market is no different than any other market,” he added. “What works in St. Louis will work in Jacksonville. Every year we try to outdo the previous season.” As in the past, some production com— pany members will visit FCCJ campuses to interact with students in the classroom. Also, FCCJ students and employees will benefit from discounts to many performances, and payroll deduc- tion for purchasing tickets is still available. Russos encourages employees to con‘ sider subscribing to the various seasons. Subscribers can save from 10 to 25 per— cent on ticket prices, depending on the package they choose, and they get first choice in seating. A considerable sav- ings in handling charges is another benefit. For more information on tickets or payroll deduction, call the Artist Series at 6326373 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Ann Freeman is group sales representative for the Artist Series. The center also provides on—site ser- vices from one city and two state agen— cies that are primary funding sources for FCCJ students with special needs. The Private Industry Council of Jacksonville, Vocational Rehabilitation, and HRS—Project Independence house representatives in the Student Success Center. All programs are free and many pro- vide transportation, child care assistance, job placement assistance and other benefits. Eligibility varies from program to program. The center also features information about admissions, Open Campus programs and Adult Basic Education. For more information, call Edith Tanksley at 633-8280 or Warner James at 633’8139. INSIDE Everything is shipshape atGeis.........2 Campaign calls for olympic teamwork . . . . . .3 Nation focuses on abilities of disabled........4 Norilco Miller graduated from the Challenge program and was named Student of the Year in FCCl’s high school completion progmm , Z ArchiveInABox,JAX,Outlook Newsletter,Outlook Newsletter 04-05,October 1988,P01 (2).tif, P01 (2).tif