 Shop Discovery Arts' Store to say ♥ I Love You ♥ this Valentine's Day. Not only will you put a smile on your Valentine's face your purchase will directly benefit a child who is in the hospital under-going cancer treatment. Discovery Arts Online Store This is your new blog post. Click here and start typing, or drag in elements from the top bar. Add Comment  Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan - Only 40 tickets left for La Mirada Theater Special Performance for Discovery Arts Tickets are now available to see Peter Pan at the La Mirada Theater for the Performing Arts on Friday June 22, 2012, at 8PM, followed by an exclusive VIP Reception with Cathy Rigby. Proceeds of these special package tickets will go to benefit Discovery Arts. Cathy Rigby, star of Peter Pan continues to sprinkle fairy dust on children battling cancer as Spokesperson and Board Member for Discovery Arts, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that brings the healing power of the arts to children with cancer and life threatening illness. A limited number of tickets are available for fans of Peter Pan including a special VIP Reception to meet Cathy Rigby in person. This exclusive package includes orchestra seating to the Friday June 22, 2012 performance of Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan at the La Mirada Theater for the Performing Arts in La Mirada, California. Tickets for this benefit performance and VIP Reception can only be purchased by calling Discovery Arts at (714) 637-1774 or contacting Discovery Arts’ Program Manager, Nancy Marshall at nmarshall@discoveryarts.org. Tickets are $100 per person. Sponsorships for patient families are also available, please call for details. Peter Pan is filled with timeless magical moments and a captivating hook. The legend you thought you knew, is now the adventure you never dreamed possible… Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan! Cathy Rigby reprises the title character role of Peter Pan, spreading pixie dust in select cities across the nation through 2012. This timeless musical masterpiece complete with evil Captain Hook, a crafty crocodile, and the enchantment of Never Never Land will touch, inspire, dazzle and charm every generation. Discover the magic all over again of this two time Emmy award winning and two time Tony award nominated production of Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan. The New York Times says “Rigby still carries off the flights, fights and acrobatics that make Peter Pan audiences mesmerized.” See the complete schedule of Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan at: Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan! As Spokesperson and Board Member for Discovery Arts, Ms. Rigby continues to reach out to audiences with her inspiration and smile. Discovery Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that brings the healing power of the arts to children with cancer, serious blood disorders and life threatening illness while they are in the hospital receiving treatment. "Seeing these children and their families first hand really makes you grateful for your own healthy children. I am excited to be the Spokesperson for Discovery Arts and to be a part of something that gives children who are undergoing cancer treatment a creative fun filled way to express themselves, while in an environment that is far from normal... for these kids, normalcy is their greatest wish. Discovery Arts proves that anything is possible.”, says Cathy Rigby. In her recurring musical theatrical role as Peter Pan, Rigby has witnessed firsthand the positive impact of imagination and creative play for seriously ill young audience members. She said, “Many children with special needs come to visit after the shows. Some express their desire to fly like Peter despite their illness, some have asked me to ‘fly’ to their home and take them to Neverland, and some just want ‘Peter’ to sprinkle them with a little fairy dust. Each child has incredible creativity, imagination and such courage! Through Discovery Arts, I want to bring the wonderful healing powers of theater arts right to their bedside!” How you can help the children of Discovery Arts: MAKE A DONATION About Cathy Rigby: Cathy Rigby earned a Tony nomination when she starred in the 35th Anniversary production of Peter Pan on Broadway. Subsequently, her multiple talents have been lauded on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre as the Cat-In-The-Hat in Seussical the Musical. Other National and Regional tours include Annie Get Your Gun, Meet Me In St. Louis, South Pacific, Paint Your Wagon, The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Most recently Cathy Starred in AR Gurneys Silvia, to rave reviews at the La Mirada Theater for the Performing Arts. Some of Rigby’s dramatic television movie credits include the “Perfect Body,” “Hard To Read,” “The Great Wallendas,” “Triathlon,” and the Emmy-nominated “Peter Pan” for A&E. A two-time Olympic gymnast, Cathy Rigby is the first American woman to win a medal in the World Gymnastics Competition and holds 12 international medals, eight of them gold. Cathy worked with ABC as a gymnastic commentator for 18 years. ABC-TV’s venerable “Wide World of Sports” named her one of America’s Most Influential Women in Sports. Cathy and her husband, Tom McCoy are Executive Producers of the McCoy-Rigby Entertainment Series at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. http://www.lamiradatheatre.com/peterpan2012.htm Discovery Arts serves over 3,500 children and their families each year. With programs at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Miller Children's Hospital, Jonathan Jaques Children's Cancer Center at Millers, CHOC at Mission, Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center St. John’s Children’s Hospital Springfield, Missouri, and coming soon to Dallas, Texas. All of Discovery Arts programs and services are free of charge to the hospitals, patients and their families. We rely on the generosity of individuals, corporations, fundraisers and foundations to survive and grow. Contact Discovery Arts: (714) 637-1774 / info@discoveryarts.org PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS As the holidays are upon us, we hope that you will take a moment and think about the children that are suffering with cancer or a life threatening illness this year. Many children will not be home for Christmas. That's one of the many reasons that Discovery Arts is there all year long.... it's Christmas everyday.... each and everyday is another chance to bring a smile, to encourage a child to get out of bed and sing and dance the afternoon away. God bless these brave children and their parents and families.  Make your holiday online shopping dollars work harder this season with eScrip's Online Mall! Shop at over 1,000 of your favorite online merchants (like Amazon, Best Buy, ebay and Nordstrom) and earn up to 16% for Discovery Arts. Just click on the eScrip Online Mall logo to access the list of participating merchants and any purchase you make will automatically generate a contribution to Discovery Arts. Anyone who clicks through the eScrip Online Mall logo in this email can support Discovery Arts, both eScrip and non-eScrip families, so forward this email to your friends and family! eScrip Dining Register your credit/debit card with eScrip and earn up to 5% for Discovery Arts when you dine at any of the hundreds of participating restaurants! Registering with eScrip is quick, easy and secure.
Are you already enrolled in eScrip? eScrip allows you to support up to three groups so please add Discovery Arts to your list today! Get Free Discovery Arts Updates! 11/03/2011
 We love sharing our news with you! Discovery Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that brings music, art, dance and drama to children with cancer and life threatening illness while they are in the hospital receiving treatment. All of our programs and services are offered completely free to the hospitals, patients and their families! We are in the hospitals each and every week and it is our wish to bring joy, normalcy and creativity to these children and their families who are facing the worst of circumstances. www.discoveryarts.org Be a Super Hero for Halloween 10/17/2011
 “Be a Super Hero for Halloween” by Donating a Costume to a Child Receiving Cancer Treatment Pennypickle's Workshop, at the Temecula Children's Museum, in Old Town Temecula has joined with Discovery Arts to be a drop-off point for people donating Halloween costumes to children who are in the hospital undergoing cancer treatment. Discovery Arts is asking for the communities’ participation and is encouraging others to honor children who are in the hospital receiving treatment for cancer or other life threatening diseases, by dropping off costumes at Pennypickle’s Workshop in Old Town Temecula until November 11, 2011. “If you happen to be out and see costumes on sale during the Halloween season, keep us in mind. The girls love to be pretty princesses and the boys love to be strong superheroes. The children become very attached to their costumes and they are a great source of fantasy for them when their lives are disrupted by the unthinkable. We give our children a brand new costume each and every time they are in the hospital, all year long. They LOVE them... they sleep in them, they do shows in them, and we’ve even had one of our patients arrive in an ambulance at the hospital dressed in her Cinderella costume!! We are thrilled that Pat Camerchero of Pennypickle’s Workshop so kindly offered to have the Temecula Children’s Museum as a drop off point, said Discovery Arts Executive Director Marilyn Clements. Pennypickle’s Workshop, at the Temecula Children’s Museum is located at 42081 Main Street in Old Town Temecula. Pennypickle's gift shop is operated by the Friends of the Temecula Children's Museum, a group of volunteers charged with aiding Pennypickle's Workshop with fundraising and sponsorship opportunities that support operations and programs at the museum. For more information visit: Penny Pickles Workshop Discovery Arts serves over 3,500 children and their families each year. With programs at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Miller Children's Hospital, Jonathan Jaques Children's Cancer Center at Millers, CHOC at Mission, Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center, St. John’s Children’s Hospital Springfield, Missouri. Plans are in development to bring Discovery Arts ‘Arts Adventures’ to children in Dallas Hospitals. All of Discovery Arts' programs and services are free of charge to the hospitals, patients and their families.  Program Coordinator Katie Cline is bringing Discovery Arts to Texas On Thursday October 20th, Art Six Coffee House in Denton, TX will host a benefit concert for the non-profit Discovery Arts, featuring an exciting roster of local musicians. Discovery Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that brings music, art, dance and drama to children who are in the hospital receiving treatment for cancer and other life threatening illnesses. Plans are currently underway to bring ‘Art Adventures’ to Medical City Children's Hospital in Dallas. ‘Music For A Cause’ will feature the musical talents of Paul Putman, Regine Kalala and Katie Puryear, band members Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, and Kirstin Maldonado of Pentatonix, who are currently competing on “The Sing Off” on NBC, as well as, the UNT Glee Club. The concert is being promoted by Discovery Arts’ Texas Program Coordinator, Katie Cline. Plans are under way to bring Discovery Arts ‘Arts Adventures’ to children in Dallas who are battling life threatening illnesses. “The arts are an escape. It gives these very sick children a sense of normalcy that they are completely robbed of when they face the monster of cancer. Most adults can hardly fathom facing this demon... when a child is forced to grow up almost over night, it causes great need for emotional expression and stability. Discovery Arts brings joy, hope, and laughter through the power of the arts and imagination.”, said Katie Cline. ‘Music For A Cause’ begins at 8:30 PM at Art Six Coffee House, located at 424 Bryan Street Denton, TX 76201. Tickets are $7.00 and include a FREE Wristband. Bring a blanket to relax under the stars to enjoy the show. Seating is limited so ordering your tickets prior to the show is advised and are available by calling 972-978-8051. Tickets will also be available at the door. Discovery Arts serves over 3,500 children and their families each year. With programs at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Miller Children's Hospital, Jonathan Jaques Children's Cancer Center at Millers, CHOC at Mission, Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center, St. John’s Children’s Hospital Springfield, Missouri. Plans are in development to bring Discovery Arts ‘Arts Adventures’ to children in Dallas Hospitals. Purchase Tickets to Music For A Cause by contacting Whitney Colvin at 972-978-8051 or Katie Cline at 972-835-3431, to pre-order tickets.  Cathy Rigby, Star of Peter Pan sprinkles fairy dust on children battling cancer as Spokesperson for Discovery Arts, a nonprofit organization that brings the healing power of the arts to children with cancer and life threatening illness. Orange, CA – September 26, 2011 – Tony Award nominee Cathy Rigby takes flight in an all new production of Peter Pan! Discover the magic all over again of this two time Emmy award winning and two time Tony award nominated production. The New York Times says “Rigby still carries off the flights, fights and acrobatics that make Peter Pan audiences mesmerized.” Peter Pan is filled with timeless magical moments and a captivating hook. The legend you thought you knew, is now the adventure you never dreamed possible… Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan! Emmy Award Winning and Tony Nominated actress Cathy Rigby reprises the title character role of Peter Pan, spreading pixie dust in select cities across the nation through 2012. This timeless musical masterpiece complete with evil Captain Hook, a crafty crocodile, and the enchantment of Never Never Land will touch, inspire, dazzle and charm every generation. As Spokesperson and Board Member for Discovery Arts, Ms. Rigby continues to reach out to audiences with her inspiration and smile. Discovery Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that brings the healing power of the arts to children with cancer, serious blood disorders and life threatening illness while they are in the hospital receiving treatment. "Seeing these children and their families first hand really makes you grateful for your own healthy children. I am excited to be the Spokesperson for Discovery Arts and to be a part of something that gives children who are undergoing cancer treatment a creative fun filled way to express themselves, while in an environment that is far from normal.... for these kids, normalcy is their greatest wish. Discovery Arts proves that anything is possible.”, said Cathy Rigby. In her recurring musical theatrical role as Peter Pan, Rigby has witnessed firsthand the positive impact of imagination and creative play for seriously ill young audience members. She said, “Many children with special needs come to visit after the shows. Some express their desire to fly like Peter despite their illness, some have asked me to ‘fly’ to their home and take them to Neverland, and some just want ‘Peter’ to sprinkle them with a little fairy dust. Each child has incredible creativity, imagination and such courage! Through Discovery Arts, I want to bring the wonderful healing powers of theater arts right to their bedside!” The National Peter Pan tour launched on August 24, 2011 in Hershey, PA and is scheduled through 2012, wrapping up this year with dates at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York, December 14th to December 30, 2011. A complete listing of tour dates can be found online at: http://cathyrigbyispeterpan.com/ HOW YOU CAN HELP THE CHILDREN OF DISCOVERY ARTS… Make a donation by going to this link: http://www.discoveryarts.org/make-a-donation.html Purchase Cathy Rigby Is Peter Pan Theater Tickets at Givenik.com Purchase your theater tickets at Givenik.com, select Discovery Arts as ‘My Charity’ and a portion of your purchase will go directly to the non-profit organization. ABOUT DISCOVERY ARTS Discovery Arts was created in 1993 by a dedicated group of entertainment industry professionals who began volunteering their time and talents to bring music, dance, art and drama to children with cancer, serious blood disorders and life threatening illness while they are in the hospital receiving treatment. Discovery Arts serves over 3,500 children and their families each year. With programs at Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Miller Children's Hospital, Jonathan Jaques Children's Cancer Center at Millers, CHOC at Mission, Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center, St. John’s Children’s Hospital Springfield, Missouri, and coming soon to Dallas, Texas. In recognition of the powerful impact of the arts on these children, Discovery Arts was formally incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency in 1998 with a mission to expand the delivery of “Arts Adventures” to many more children in many more hospitals. All of Discovery Arts programs and services are free of charge to the hospitals, patients and their families. We rely on the generosity of individuals, corporations, fundraisers and foundations to survive and grow. Contact Discovery Arts: (714) 637-1774 / info@discoveryarts.org BROADCAST QUALITY PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS CAN BE DOWNLOADED AT: http://www.discoveryarts.org/public-service-announcements.html  You can even get your tickets to "Peter Pan" starring our wonderful friend, Board Member and Spokesperson Cathy Rigby!!! Great Theatre and a Great way to support Discovery Arts all at the same time. When you go to Givenik.com to purchase your tickets to any show be sure to select Discovery Arts as 'My Charity'  Dear Friends, On September 27th, we will be riding on the Carousel of Possible Dreams at South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA to raise $10,000 in support of Arts Adventures for 100 children with life threatening illnesses. I have taken on the challenge to jump on the carousel and help my team raise resources for this important event. With your support, our team can do it! Discovery Arts provides the healing power of the arts to children with cancer and other life threatening illnesses while they are hospitalized for treatment. Our programs, called Arts Adventures, are fun, creative adventures in music, dance, art and drama that strengthen the emotional health of critically ill children and positively impact their treatment and recovery. All of our programs and services are offered free of charge to the hospitals, patients and their families. Our Possible Dream is to be able to provide additional new "Arts Adventures" for 100 children with cancer in southern California. Our fundraising goal is $10,000 (or more!), which will help provide additional new Arts Adventures Programs to the children hospitalized at six different Southern California hospitals. With your help, we can continue to provide the joy and healing benefits of the arts to many more critically ill children. Want to help us make our dream a reality? Join our team today by clicking here: Join Team Discovery Arts Thank you! Nancy Marshall Team Captain Discovery Arts P.S. The suggested fundraising goal for individuals is $500 or more. Or make a donation as you can in support of our Dream. This is your new blog post. Click here and start typing, or drag in elements from the top bar. | Discovery Arts Cast and Crew Blog
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