South Huntsville Neighbors, July 2024
This July, we're introducing you to Phillip and Shellie Smith, owners of Sunmed Huntsville. Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater & Academy lets us in on the exciting details of their 64th season. As Fall fast approaches, Ardent Preschool can help decide if preschool is right for your child. Have you or someone in your family overdone it a bit this Summer with outdoor activity? You can get physical therapy at home from American Mobile Physical Therapy. This July, we're introducing you to Phillip and Shellie Smith, owners of Sunmed Huntsville. Fantasy Playhouse Children's Theater & Academy lets us in on the exciting details of their 64th season. As Fall fast approaches, Ardent Preschool can help decide if preschool is right for your child. Have you or someone in your family overdone it a bit this Summer with outdoor activity? You can get physical therapy at home from American Mobile Physical Therapy.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT© Best Version MediaFPCTA Announces its 64th Season!By Emily Rodrick, Marketing/PR Manager; Stephen Tyler Davis,Artistic Director; Taylor Bogan, Education DirectorThe magic continues on the Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater& Academy’s (FPCTA) mainstage with new world premiere plays,fantastical adventures, and literary classics. In October audienceswill travel from Kansas to Oz and back again with a fresh adaptationof The Wonderful Wizard of Oz based on the L. Frank Baum storiesthat inspired the 1939 MGM blockbuster. Dorothy (and her littledog too) must follow the yellow brick road to learn the true meaningof home! In December, we will soar with Ebenezer Scrooge throughthe streets of London Town for our 35th-anniversary production ofA Christmas Carol, one of Huntsville's favorite holiday traditions.In the spring, our audiences will travel back to the Nysland Woods– The next story of this all-original FPCTA series will follow theuntold story of Sleeping Beauty and the Big Green Pea. In this hilariousromp, a sleepy royal meteorologist, Rumplestiltskin, and 12dancing princesses get tangled in the same adventure. Rounding outthe season of wonder is James Sie's whimsical adaptation of theclassic novel A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Public andspecial field trip performances will be available for all productionswith open auditions for each show. Visit our website for more information:Fantasyplayhouse.org/SeasonSummer Camps are well underway and FPCTA’s Education Departmentis gearing up for an exciting Fall semester! Our Fall 2024schedule is available now and registration is open. Ready for somethinga little creepy and kooky? Sign up for our Advanced MusicalTheatre Showcase of The Addams Family Young@Part! Ouryounger performers can get ready to travel down the yellow brickroad in our Young Musical Theatre Showcase class: Adventures inOz! We are also expanding our homeschool class offerings to includeTechnical Theatre courses and a One Act play performanceclass. There are classes for the youngest family members as well!Preschool students can learn to be royalty in our Prince & PrincessAcademy class or go on rescue adventures in our Paw Patrol class.We will also be bringing back some Fantasy favorites like Comedy& Improv, Sing Disney! Dance Disney!, and Teen Acting Showcaseclasses.Auditions for Lab 87, our year-long Teen Acting Conservatorycourse will be coming up at the end of the summer. Auditions forthe program will be held at FPCTA (3312 Long Ave. SW, Huntsville,AL 35805) on Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th at 12p.m. More information on audition requirements can be found atwww.fantasyplayhouse.com/auditionsInterested in getting involved at FPCTA? Connect with us at our64th season kick-off event – Fantasy Fest on Sunday, August 2,2024, at 2 p.m. at our office on Long Ave. Fantasy Fest welcomescommunity members old and new who may be interested in auditioning,registering for classes, securing season tickets, or evenvolunteering to be a magic maker!A Wrinkle in Time is produced by special arrangements with Crosswicks,Ltd. and Stage Partners. (www.yourstagepartners.com)THE ADDAMS FAMILY Young@Part A NEW MUSICAL ispresented through special arrangement with and all authorizedmaterials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036.www.theatricalrights.comYOUR Vision,OUR FocusCOMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAMSSchedule your appointment online or call today!256-808-2345www.legacyvisioncenter.com11310 Memorial Parkway SWSuite G, Huntsville (next to Marco’s Pizza)We accept most visionand medical insuranceplans including:› VSP› Eyemed› Davis Vision› Spectera› Southland› Superior Vision› United Healthcare› BCBS› Viva› Medicare› Aetna› Cigna› NAMCI18 SOUTH HUNTSVILLE NEIGHBORS Submit Content at:
AT HOME6 Ways to Update Your HomeBy Jill McClure, Resident Decorator, Huntsville Decorating CenterPaint - Paint should be your best friend, it’s one of the least expensiveways to transform a room or your whole house. Between incorporatingnew color trends for an up-to-date look and simply coveringdirty walls & scuffs for a fresh feel, paint is truly transformative.Always use a high quality paint like Benjamin Moore at HuntsvilleDecorating Center, you’ll get better coverage, smooth application, ahigher pigment content and it will hold up over time, which in turn,will save you money.• If your home feels dark and dingy, go lighter and brighter. If itspale and feels boring, opt for rich and saturated hues.• You don’t have to paint an entire room, try an accent wall orpaint built-in’s, a brick fireplace or a mantle. Painting your interiordoors a different color than the trim can deliver a lot ofstyle.• If your kitchen cabinets are in good shape but dated, considerpainting them a color to complement the space instead of replacingthem entirely.• Think about painting the exterior to boost curb appeal! You cando minor tweaks by painting the front door, trim and shutters orgo all in and paint the brick.Cabinet Hardware - Changing out the hardware on cabinets anddoors can make a world of difference and its a budget friendly option.Brushed gold, matte black and polished chrome will remainpopular in the new year.Flooring - Replacing your flooring might be one of the pricier options,but it’s a great investment and will significantly impact theoverall aesthetic of your home. Huntsville Decorating Center has awide variety of hardwoods, LVP & tile.• Replace old, dingy carpet with a new textured style carpet oradd hardwoods.• If you have dark wood flooring, consider going lighter to makethe space feel larger and more open.• LVP has become a very popular choice because of its affordability& durability. Because it’s waterproof, it’s a great choicefor any moisture prone areas like the laundry room, bathroomsor a finished basement.Window treatments - Motorized window treatments, woven shadesand drapery panels that add pattern and texture will continue in popularity.Hunter Douglas is a high quality brand and designer favoritethat is available at Huntsville Decorating Center.• Replace blinds that are warped or missing slats, drapes that feeldark and heavy or sun faded shades.Wallpaper - Wallpaper can add character, act as a piece of art, personalizeyour space and pull your color scheme together. Whetheryou are looking for colorful or neutral, textured or flat, bold or subtlethere’s certainly an option for everyone. Metallics, large scale prints,loose patterns, stripes and tone on tone florals or geometrics are on© Best Version Mediafor 2024withoutRenovatingthe rise for 2024. Huntsville Decorating Center offers a large selectionof wallpaper books & brands, both residential and commercial.Lighting - Lighting fixtures are one of the most important designfeatures of a space, it creates a certain mood and ambiance that addsto the overall decorative appeal of the home. Look for high polishedgold, silver and black finishes, woven and beaded constructedlighting, semi-flush chandeliers and textured glass globes in the newyear.• If you don’t have adequate lighting in a space, adding recessedor wall sconces are great options that feel current.• Remove lighting that is unnecessary or in odd locations.• Dimmer switches are key to enhancing your atmosphere, theymake it easy to adjust light levels and offer a wide range ofmood lighting.Jill McClureInterior DesignerHUNTSVILLEDECORATING CENTER256.536.4479Ralph AtwaterStore ManagerFREE DECORATINGSERVICEEvery Wednesdayhuntsvilledecorating@gmail.com816 Regal Drive, S.W., Huntsville, ALbestversionmedia.com JULY 2024 19
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FPCTA Announces its 64th Season!
By Emily Rodrick, Marketing/PR Manager; Stephen Tyler Davis,
Artistic Director; Taylor Bogan, Education Director
The magic continues on the Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater
& Academy’s (FPCTA) mainstage with new world premiere plays,
fantastical adventures, and literary classics. In October audiences
will travel from Kansas to Oz and back again with a fresh adaptation
of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz based on the L. Frank Baum stories
that inspired the 1939 MGM blockbuster. Dorothy (and her little
dog too) must follow the yellow brick road to learn the true meaning
of home! In December, we will soar with Ebenezer Scrooge through
the streets of London Town for our 35th-anniversary production of
A Christmas Carol, one of Huntsville's favorite holiday traditions.
In the spring, our audiences will travel back to the Nysland Woods
– The next story of this all-original FPCTA series will follow the
untold story of Sleeping Beauty and the Big Green Pea. In this hilarious
romp, a sleepy royal meteorologist, Rumplestiltskin, and 12
dancing princesses get tangled in the same adventure. Rounding out
the season of wonder is James Sie's whimsical adaptation of the
classic novel A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle. Public and
special field trip performances will be available for all productions
with open auditions for each show. Visit our website for more information:
Fantasyplayhouse.org/Season
Summer Camps are well underway and FPCTA’s Education Department
is gearing up for an exciting Fall semester! Our Fall 2024
schedule is available now and registration is open. Ready for something
a little creepy and kooky? Sign up for our Advanced Musical
Theatre Showcase of The Addams Family Young@Part! Our
younger performers can get ready to travel down the yellow brick
road in our Young Musical Theatre Showcase class: Adventures in
Oz! We are also expanding our homeschool class offerings to include
Technical Theatre courses and a One Act play performance
class. There are classes for the youngest family members as well!
Preschool students can learn to be royalty in our Prince & Princess
Academy class or go on rescue adventures in our Paw Patrol class.
We will also be bringing back some Fantasy favorites like Comedy
& Improv, Sing Disney! Dance Disney!, and Teen Acting Showcase
classes.
Auditions for Lab 87, our year-long Teen Acting Conservatory
course will be coming up at the end of the summer. Auditions for
the program will be held at FPCTA (3312 Long Ave. SW, Huntsville,
AL 35805) on Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th at 12
p.m. More information on audition requirements can be found at
www.fantasyplayhouse.com/auditions
Interested in getting involved at FPCTA? Connect with us at our
64th season kick-off event – Fantasy Fest on Sunday, August 2,
2024, at 2 p.m. at our office on Long Ave. Fantasy Fest welcomes
community members old and new who may be interested in auditioning,
registering for classes, securing season tickets, or even
volunteering to be a magic maker!
A Wrinkle in Time is produced by special arrangements with Crosswicks,
Ltd. and Stage Partners. (www.yourstagepartners.com)
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Young@Part A NEW MUSICAL is
presented through special arrangement with and all authorized
materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180
Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036.
www.theatricalrights.com
YOUR Vision,
OUR Focus
COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAMS
Schedule your appointment online or call today!
256-808-2345
www.legacyvisioncenter.com
11310 Memorial Parkway SW
Suite G, Huntsville (next to Marco’s Pizza)
We accept most vision
and medical insurance
plans including:
› VSP
› Eyemed
› Davis Vision
› Spectera
› Southland
› Superior Vision
› United Healthcare
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› Viva
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