On July 27-29, prepare for a weekend of epic measures. The entire event weekend, which benefits the Burned Children Recovery Foundation, will kick off Friday with a live comedy show performed by Ryan and guests at the Mt. Baker Theatre. Saturday will bring the Celebrity Gala & Auction dinner, hosted by our event’s title sponsor, the Silver Reef Hotel Casino & Spa.

And on Sunday, our celebrities and guests will tee off at the Arnold Palmer-designed Semhiamoo Resort Golf & Country Club just north of Birch Bay.

To view who’s on the Celebrity Guest list, and to see how you too can help support the Burned Children, please visit the official website HERE! 

Let the games begin…

Project Showcase’s HOLY TOLEDO! Improv Comedy Shows were a dynamite success, and all proceeds went directly to the Vision:Toledo community fund.

On Thursday, February 9th, 4 top castmates from Ryan Stiles’ Upfront Theatre will traveled to Toledo, WA, for only one night of comedy, improv-style! After an incredible response from the Toledo community and two hilarious sold-out shows, Project Showcase founders Andrew Lahmann and Matt McDaniel have decided to bring the Holy Toledo! cast for more shows in 2012. Special thanks to everyone in the Toledo community who helped to make this event so successful.

Stephen Edwards, Kent Loomer, Kris Erickson, and Rashawn Scott performed live improv for two public shows at Toledo High School, in addition to holding personal improv workshops for both adults and youth.

Stay tuned for the next Holy Toledo! dates as we once again bring special improv comedy shows to the amazing town of Toledo!

FOR COMEDY SHOW DETAILS, CLICK HERE!

This February, sign yourself, your kids, your friends or family up for special 2-hour Improv Workshops, led by cast members of HOLY TOLEDO! – An Improv Comedy Show. So as to make sure everyone receives lots of individual attention, there is a maximum of only 15 people allowed in each workshop, so make sure you sign up now to reserve your spot!

These workshops are for everyone… from all ages and all backgrounds. Whether you’re aspiring to be an actor or comedian, working on breaking out of your fragile shell, or simply looking to have a great time, you will be treated to an inside and hands-on look into the incredible world of improvisation!

Utilizing games, physical exercises and instruction, your host will help you tap into the imagination you never knew you had and explore your inner and outer creativity.

These workshops will also touch on the important practice of teamwork and positive communication skills. They will not only help you build confidence, but also discover your own new potential in a safe and fun environment.

Workshops will be available three days only, between Feb. 8-10 (Wed-Fri). Limited availability, so sign up today! Details below:

IMPROV WORKSHOPS – YOUTH (15/group)
DATE: Wednesday, Feb 8th
TIME: 3:00-5:
PRICE: $15 (includes snacks & supplies)
AGE: 1st Grade – 8th Grade
LOCATION: GROUP #1 - Morgan Arts Centre /  GROUP #2 – Toledo Middle School

IMPROV WORKSHOPS - ADULT (15/group)
DATE: Friday, Feb 10th
TIME: 5:00-7:00PM
PRICE: $15 (includes snacks & supplies)
AGE: 9th Grade – Adult
LOCATION: Morgan Arts Centre

Immediately following Part III’s explosive launch on the Project Showcase official site and Facebook page, Toledo Pride began rearing its spirited head once again. The community of Toledo, WA, is an incredi

ble place, and the people inhabiting the small river town are an exceptional group of individuals.

P-51 Pictures is proud to present the final chapter in the Video Series, and hopes it sincerely inspires many to jump on board the rebound band wagon and help the students achieve their goals in strengthening the town of Toledo through plans and projects of their own.

Project Showcase has officially launched, and the students are jumping into action. If you see a way to get involved, don’t hesitate. Remember, you will never have more time than you do right now.

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During the final pep assembly of Spirit Week in Toledo, the students and faculty of THS crowded into the gymnasium directly following the parade of class floats circling through downtown Toledo to rally the town for the homecoming football game.

Part III of the Project Showcase Video Series debuted exclusively to this excited crew just prior to school’s dismissal for the day, and will be followed by the video’s online premiere for the public later next week.

The Chronicle’s Christopher Brewer was once again on hand to document the official kick-off, and you can click on the banner below to read the full article!

“Welcome to Fairhaven (The Dream Garden Overture)” is now available on iTunes, Amazon, and other major online retailers! The full musical score from the upcoming film will be available just prior to the premiere.

Composed by Global Fusion Soundtrack, the original score from The Dream Garden was created utilizing symphonic libraries from the Vienna Orchestra, as well as live performances from guitarist Tim Carlson and vocal artists Ann-Marie Wilkerson and Jay Comfort.

To sample or download the first released track, click on the album cover below!

To view the official site for Global Fusion Soundtrack, please click here.

The team at P-51, along with James Bretz at Auddity Sound, donated a fully-produced HD 30-second commercial which climbed its way to a $1200 winning bid at the Celebrity Gala & Auction, all proceeds benefitting the Burned Children.

We also teamed up with Matty Photography to help photograph Sunday’s Celebrity Golf Classic. Visit Matty’s official site to view the gallery of photos from the tournament, as well as his incredible work from the entire weekend, including Friday’s Whose Line Comedy Show and Saturday’s Gala!

This year’s 2nd annual event was a huge success. Special thanks to all of our visiting celebrities, the exceptional tournament directors Mr. Kent Loomer and Mrs. Randi Axelsson, the sponsors of the golf classic, and of course, Mr. Ryan Stiles. 

Keep an eye out for more information on the 3rd annual golf classic in Summer 2012!

To view Part I and Part II in HD, please click on the photo below, and you will be redirected to the official site for Project Showcase.

Part II features footage from Toledo’s Cheese Days festivities this summer, as well as a guest appearance from actor/comedian Ryan Stiles of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and Two-and-a-Half Men.

Part III will premiere October 28th at Toledo High School’s Spirit Week pep assembly, followed immediately by its online debut and the official launch of the Project Showcase challenge for the 2011-2012 school year. Let the games begin!
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The entire town of Toledo, WA packed the stadium and surrounding track for the filming of Part III. Painted and heavily garbed in Toledo Pride colors, the amped-up population in attendance was controlled by soccer coach and teacher Horst Malunot during clips that had to be closely coordinated with the spirited crowd for specific shots. The varsity football team took victory over Ilwaco and paved the way for some incredible footage.

Click on the banner below to be redirected to the official site for Project Showcase where you can read the full article and view the published photos of the Friday night hometown football game filming! And stay tuned for the premiere of Part III!

Following Matty Photography’s incredible poster display of THS students from all walks of life, P-51 Pictures has launched the first video in a 3-part series to promote Project Showcase to the students, the Toledo community, and the online public.

Part I features King 5′s news coverage of the Christmas Morning fire that struck downtown Toledo, as well as additional footage of Vision:Toledo’s massive cleanup day turnout from citizens of the community, and behind-the-scenes footage at Toledo High School.

Stay tuned for Part II, which will hit the web this Fall!

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