CSArts-SGV Presents UNPLUGGED WITH SUSAN EGAN May 12 At Pasadena Conservatory Of Music

A night of Broadway awaits as California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley's (CSArts-SGV) bright and talented students collaborate with musical theater, television and film star Susan Egan for the school's inaugural fundraising celebration. "Unplugged with Susan Egan" is a cabaret-style show featuring the musical talents of Egan alongside 17 CSArts-SGV students as they perform songs from popular musicals and films including "Little Shop of Horrors," "Wicked" and more.

Egan has headlined on Broadway in the title role of "Thoroughly Modern Millie," won critical acclaim as Sally Bowles in "Cabaret," and received the Tony Award and Drama Desk nomination for Best Actress as the original Belle in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast." Egan is a seasoned voice actress who has starred as Megara in "Hercules," Lin in "Spirited Away" and recently, Rose Quartz in the hit Disney cartoon "Steven Universe."

An expansion of the award-winning Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA), CSArts-SGV offers an exceptional arts and academic education to middle and high school students preparing them to reach their highest potential. An alumna of OCSA, Egan returns to serve as a mentor to this new generation of artist scholars.

This special evening is not only a unique performance opportunity for CSArts-SGV students, but is also a great way for families and guests to contribute to the arts programs at the school. "Supporting CSArts-SGV demonstrates an individual's belief in the powerful combination of arts and academics as a catalyst for students' growth and development, and their continued understanding of the importance of the arts in our society," said Associate Dean of Arts Stephen Cook.

"Unplugged with Susan Egan" takes place in the gorgeous, state-of-the-art Barrett Hall at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music on Saturday, May 12, 2018, for two performances: at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. A silent auction and cocktail reception for all guests begins at 6:15 p.m. Casual cocktail attire is requested. Tickets are $125 and can be purchased at sgv.csarts.net/boxoffice. Seating is limited. The venue is located at 100 N Hill Ave #105, Pasadena, CA 91106.

About California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley

California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) provides a creative, challenging and nurturing environment that offers bright and talented students unparalleled preparation for higher education and a profession in the arts. CSArts-SGV is the first satellite school to open in a network of public charter schools being established by the California School of the Arts Foundation, an organization created to replicate the award-winning, 30-year model established by Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA).

CSArts-SGV opened on Aug. 14, 2017 in a unique public-private partnership with the Duarte Unified School District, and is a tuition-free, donation dependent program for seventh through 12th grade students. CSArts-SGV students study in one of the 10 arts conservatories offered including acting, classical & contemporary dance, commercial dance, creative writing, instrumental music, integrated arts, musical theatre, production & design, visual arts and vocal arts. Students receive opportunities to participate in master classes, guest artist presentations, field trips and performances, as well as a variety of campus clubs and activities. Small student/teacher ratios in academic and arts classes allow for personalized attention to students.

CSArts-SGV is located at 1401 Highland Avenue, Duarte, Calif. For more information, visit sgv.csarts.net

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