By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Once again, on Saturday, the annual Holiday Showcase of Stars will grace the St. Paul Catholic High School stage. The show, which is marking its 12th anniversary, fills a special niche in the holiday season, explained its organizer Debbie Schur. “There are a number of wonderful Christmas concerts in our town, but there really is no variety type Christmas show,” said Schur in an email interview. “The caliber of talent in our community is amazing and our cast is chock full of these people who are so willing to give of their talents.” The show was not intended originally to be an ongoing entertaining venture, explained Schur. “The show was started as a fund raiser for St. Anthony School but quickly evolved into a highly anticipated community event.” The show, however, continues to bolster the St. Anthony School community. “One-hundred percent of the proceeds go to the school. We fund raise throughout the year to cover minimal costs. Costs are kept to a minimum because of the generosity of our cast and crew.” The show’s willingness to embrace the Christmas season is another reason for its longevity, explained Schur. “I think one of the reasons […]
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Once again, on Saturday, the annual Holiday Showcase of Stars will grace the St. Paul Catholic High School stage. The show, which is marking its 12th anniversary, fills a special niche in the holiday season, explained its organizer Debbie Schur. “There are a number of wonderful Christmas concerts in our town, but there really is no variety type Christmas show,” said Schur in an email interview. “The caliber of talent in our community is amazing and our cast is chock full of these people who are so willing to give of their talents.” The show was not intended originally to be an ongoing entertaining venture, explained Schur. “The show was started as a fund raiser for St. Anthony School but quickly evolved into a highly anticipated community event.” The show, however, continues to bolster the St. Anthony School community. “One-hundred percent of the proceeds go to the school. We fund raise throughout the year to cover minimal costs. Costs are kept to a minimum because of the generosity of our cast and crew.” The show’s willingness to embrace the Christmas season is another reason for its longevity, explained Schur. “I think one of the reasons […]