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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2019 College Community Theatre stages ‘Shrek’ Production opens Thursday in Pendleton By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR A ogre-sized story pro- vides entertainment as well as bringing to life the les- sons of acceptance and love. College Commu- nity Theatre will present “Shrek: The Musical.” The production opens Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Bob Clapp Theatre at Blue Mountain Community Col- lege, 2411 N.W. Carden Ave., Pendleton. Other evening perfor- mances are Nov. 15-16 & 21-23; and matinee shows are Nov. 16-17 & 23-24 at 2:30 p.m. Theatre arts instructor Terry Hale serves as direc- tor. Hale also is executive director of the Elgin Opera House, where he directed “Shrek” in 2013. In choosing the show, Hale wanted one that would Staff photo by Tammy Malgesini Justin Atkins (Donkey), Kiel Fauske (Shrek) and Jordan Uhlman (Fiona) rehearse a scene from “Shrek: The Musical” Saturday at Blue Mountain Community College. The College Community Theatre production opens Thursday in Bob Clapp Theatre on BMCC’s Pendleton campus. include actors from all age groups. The production features a large cast and crew of about 60, includ- ing about half under the age of 18. “It’s super fun. They are very excitable,” Blake Rasmussen said about Energy Trust offers incentive program HERMISTON HERALD The Energy Trust of Ore- gon recently teamed up with Eastern Oregon Heat- ing and Air Conditioning to offer reduced pricing on an energy-effi cient heat pump upgrade. For a limited time, eli- gible consumers can save up to $2,500 on qualifi ed ductless heat pumps, and as much as $3,000 on cen- tral heat pump systems. The upgrade can result in a 40-60% savings on heat- ing and cooling costs. In addition, the system can improve indoor air qual- ity, providing a safer and healthier home. There are no income qualifi cations required to take advantage of the offer. However, there are certain restrictions that apply. 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For questions, contact info@energytrust.org or 1-866-368-7878. working with the younger generation. “Also, they are very tal- ented and it’s fun to watch them progress,” he added. Rasmussen and Kiel Fauske, both of La Grande, revive their roles as Lord Farquaad and Shrek, respectively — each per- formed the parts in Elgin. As veteran actors of com- munity theater, they are thrilled to present “Shrek” again, saying it is among their favorites. In addition to the enter- tainment value, they said it provides an underlying message. “It really demonstrates the acceptance of all differ- ent kinds of people — peo- ple of all different sizes and shapes,” Fauske said. “It’s very inclusive.” Aiden Lovell, 15, who plays the part of a guard and villager, is excited about the chance to per- form. The Pendleton High School sophomore became interested in musical the- ater through a friend. “I love to sing and I love to act,” Lovell said. Lovell’s mother, Lisa Bork, who teaches in Irri- gon, also found her way on stage. Auditioning “on a whim,” Bork plays one of the villagers, performs in the wedding choir and she also serves on the stage crew. The production also includes Jason Hogge as technical theatre direc- tor and Margaret Mayer as musical director. Also, Mayer said many of the cast members have deep ties to BMCC. “I am extremely impressed with the exten- sive talent that we have gathered for ‘Shrek: the Musical.’ Our actors, musi- cians, and technicians are phenomenal,” Hale said. Tickets ($20/adults, $16/ seniors and $12/students) can be purchased via a link at www.collegecommuni- tytheatre.com or call/leave a message at the box offi ce at 541-215-9917. WORSHIP COMMUNITY First Christian Church “Proclaiming the Message of Hope, Living the Gospel of Love” BRIEFS Irrigon Chamber of Commerce seeks new director The Irrigon Chamber of Commerce is amidst some exciting transitions. In addition to looking for a new place for its visitor’s center, the group is still seeking a director. Chamber member Phyllis Danielson said the 20-hour per month position is per- fect for a retired person, a stay-at- home mom who wants to stay con- nected or others who have some time they would like to devote to the community. The chamber’s upcoming lun- cheon is Wednesday, Nov. 13 at noon at Stokes Landing Senior Center, 150 Columbia Lane, Irrigon. The cost is $8 for members and $10 for non-mem- bers. For more information, contact irrigonchamber@irrigonchamber.com. EOU production ‘will rock you’ with music from Queen The music of the band Queen is the featured storyline of the fall production at Eastern Oregon University. “We Will Rock You” opens Thurs- day at 7 p.m. in McKenzie Theatre on the La Grande campus. Subsequent evening performances are Friday and Saturday. Also, there’s a matinee show Sun- day at 2 p.m. General admission tick- ets are $15 each. Music professor Peter Wordelman and theatre professor Mike Heather said “We Will Rock You” has some- thing for everyone. Heather, who directs the show, calls it “a rock con- cert with a plot and a love story.” The production features 20 cast members, the EOU Chamber Choir and a fi ve- piece rock band. Tickets are available at the Loso Hall box offi ce or via a link at www. eou.edu/news. For more information, contact Heather at mheather@eou.edu. HHS students present Shakespeare parody An exciting comedy with zombie battles, musical numbers and backup dancers is featured during the Herm- iston High School production of “The Hamlet Thrill-Ma-Geddon.” Written by playwright Don Zolidis, it features a parody of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy — with lightning quick action. It will be staged Nov. 15-16 & 22-23 in the HHS audito- rium, 600 S. First St. The curtains open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $2 for students. Also, the high school’s Drama Club will sell refreshments during intermission. After each performance, cast mem- bers will be available for photos out- side the theater area. For more information, contact Beth Anderson at beth.anderson@hermis- tonsd.org or 541-667-6100, extension 20546. Also, watch for a story and pho- tos in next week’s Hermiston Herald. A large selection of gifts, toys, books, gadgets and games are fea- tured during the winter Collective Goods sale. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping at the two-day fundraiser for the Good Shepherd Medical Cen- ter Auxiliary. The event is Monday, Nov. 18 and Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The sale will be held in Conference Room 1 at Good Shep- herd, 610 N.W. 11th St., Hermiston. Proceeds from the sale helps in pro- viding scholarships to area students who are pursuing a career in the med- ical fi eld and for medical equipment at the hospital. The hospital auxiliary meets the second Tuesday of each month from September through May. For more information about the sale or joining the group, contact June Rosenberg at juner1942@gmail.com. Terms and con ditions apply. Call for H100 details . DONATE YOUR CAR 1-844-533-9173 /mo. Subject to availability. Restrictions apply. Internet not provided by DISH and will be billed separately. St. Johns Episcopal Church Join Us On Our Journey With Jesus. Scripture, Tradition and Reason N.E. Gladys Ave & 7th, Hermiston t. PH: 567-6672 We are an all inclusive Church who welcomes all. NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Worship Service 10:30 AM Sunday School 9:00 AM Pastor J.C. Barnett Children’s Church & Nursery Available 700 West Orchard Avenue P.O. Box 933 Hermiston, Oregon 541-567-8441 The Full Gospel Home Church 235 SW 3rd Phone 567-7678 Rev. Ed Baker - Rev. Nina Baker Sunday: Sunday School........10:00 am Worship...................11:00 am Evening Service........7:00 pm Wednesday Service..7:00 pm “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Pet. 5:7 Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church 565 W. HERMISTON AVE. DAILY MASS: Monday-Friday ...............................English 7:00 am Thursday...............Spanish 6:00 pm SATURDAY:.........English 5:00 pm ...............................Spanish 7:00 pm SUNDAY:..............English 9:00 am ..........................Bilingual 11:00 am ..............................Spanish 1:00 pm Office..............................567-5812 LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 125 E. Beech Ave. • 567-3232 Pastor David Dever Sun. Bible Classes...................10:00am Sun. Worship Service..............11:00am Sun. Evening Worship..............6:00pm Wed. Prayer & Bible Study......6:00pm www.hermistonlmbc.com 1520 W ORCHARD AVE Sunday Worship Service 10:30 am Classes for Kids @ 9:15 am SEEKING JESUS, SHARING LIFE, SERVING PEOPLE www.hermistonnazarene.org Seventh-day Adventist Church Hermiston Jr. Academy 1300 NW Academy Lane, • Hermiston FREE TOWING TAX DEDUCTIBLE for 12 months 567-3013 775 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston Saturdays Sabbath School........9:30 a.m. Worship Service......11:00 a.m. English & Spanish Services 567-8241 Imagine The Difference You Can Make Code: DIS Add High Speed Internet CALL TODAY - For $100 Gift Card Hospital auxiliary sets Collective Goods sale A regional horn band that sizzles with tunes from the Big Band Era as well as blues, soul and rock announced Promo Sunday School...9:15 am Worship Service...10:30 am Children’s Church 10:45 am Family service 9am Sunday Brass Fire tunes up with Pendleton performances BETTER TV FOR LESS! 190 Channels America’s Top 120 a pair of upcoming dates in Pendleton. 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