Dancer Jun Kuribayashi lands Pilobolus contract in New York
Kansas University junior Jun Kuribayashi, Lawrence resident since age five, won a coveted Pilobolus contract after auditioning in New York. He will train in Washington Depot, Conn. KU professor Janet Hamburg praises his natural talent and dedication from capoeira to dance, crediting mentors.
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Pilobolus to perform in Salina and Hays this spring
Kansas University junior Jun Kuribayashi earns a Pilobolus audition spot after beating about 100 male dancers. The six member company will tour 35 weeks starting January with repertoire of 85 pieces. Salina show is April 16 at Stiefel Theatre and Hays on April 17 at Beach Schmidt Center. Ticket info via local calls.
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Paintball catching on among area residents
Area players describe paintball as an adrenaline fueled game blending tag and hide and seek. Enthusiasts like Joseph Thomas and John Irby note the thrill of risk, the challenge of dodging projectiles, and the desire to play again soon.
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Paintball tourney set for August 14 at Drop Zone
The Drop Zone Extreme Sports Paintball Park near Lawrence hosts an all ages three-player rookie tournament on August 14 with a minimum of ten teams. Entry is 90 dollars per team plus 60.58 dollars per case of paint. registration due by August 7. First prize 300 and free entry to state championships. second prize free season passes for the team.
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FARTS NOTES EM A Theatre 10-minute play festival in Lawrence
EM A Theatre presents its second 10-minute play festival with ten short works at the Lawrence Arts Center August 5 to 7 at 8 p.m. The lineup includes Rebels Got Milk If Gold Rust and other plays by Lawrence writers directed by local artists. Tickets are $5 and information is available by calling (785) 331-4458. The Lawrence Art Guild launches a new website www.lawrenceartsguild.org featuring member artwork with a library exhibit at the Lawrence Public Library through Saturday and an online membership form. Sue Suhler can be reached at 864-3999.
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