For me one of the most rewarding events connected to the MARZ project has
been the cycle-ending community showcase.

Happening at the conclusion of each three month program run, the showcase
provides an opportunity for us to share some of the things we've been up
to with friends, family members, and the community--as well as to just
have fun.

This year's showcase takes place in the Brenda Gallery during the December
1st Arts Alive from 6:00 to 8:30 PM.

This year Eileen's going to be sharing some of the video projects students
have made in the past and present; and Ryan is going to be demonstrating
his new-found mastery of the jump stilts, as well as helping others who
want to learn get a chance to strap up.

Alex is really excited to share the art pieces he's been working on: he's
never put up his work in the community but wants to be a cartoonist and
knows he needs to get out there. Ryan wants to put up some huge pieces of
paper on the wall for people to draw on and is really excited to have a
special MARZ project pinata for the event filled with secret tasty treats.

Kyle wants to set up his DJ tables and be a part of some spontaneous as
well as choregraphed music jams and Preston is organizing some
performances on the mike and piano that he's been working on by himself
and with friends at the MARZ project this semester.

Twinkie could or could not be filming for his special comedy show and if
we're lucky Joey might even be there demonstrating any number of his
numerous talents!

This time round we're especially excited because the showcase coincides
with the 4th Annual Artists' Challenge event, an amazing event that
inspires exponential creativity and community while raising funds for a
great cause.
Remember, if you come at 4:00 PM with 10 bucks, you'll get a chance to get
early access to the no doubt many unique works that'll be up!

In conclusion, if you're a young person that's heard about the project and
want to learn more, a teacher or parent, a fellow youth organizer, an
artist, a musician, or just an interested community member who's always
dreamed of getting on stilts, DJ'ing, or taking yet another swing at a
pinata, then come check us out!

That's December 1st during Arts Alive at the Brenda Gallery, 6:00 o'clock...

Of course, at the Ink People, Community Center for the Arts.

See you there!

Jerome
Marz Project Coordinator