The towers at Waterside Theatre have come along nicely since our last posting. Should be ready for Opening night May 28!

Luke Tudball was attacked by a giant crab at the Under the Sea Black-tie Gala.

We're here at the final event of the Land of Beginnings Festival's Under the Sea Black-tie Gala. We're having a blast!

Lost Colony Office Building is looking nearly complete!

Pipes leading to light shack fire prevention install at Waterside Theatre.

House right tower.

The familiar look of the towers starting to take shape.

Pipe backstage to be used for sprinkling system installation.

Light Tower Progress 4-16-2010.

Men's Dressing Room progress. 4-16-2010

The Land of Beginnings Festival continues tonight at the Black Pelican Restaurant where we feature the third installment of the Storytelling sessions. Tomorrow we have the Wright Brothers Birthday celebration and the First Flight Society luncheon. Saturday is the Black-tie gala- a fund-raiser for The Lost Colony. Call 2524732127 or visit www.thelostcolony.org for details.

Don't miss this weekend's Black and White Ball: Under the Sea

Take a dive into The Lost Colony's Gala "Under the Sea," a black-tie gala held from 6 to 11 p.m. on Saturday April 17 at the Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion. At this annual fund-raising event guests enjoy sumptuous food, an open bar, silent auction, live auction, and the exciting sounds of the North Tower Band.
Guests will enjoy sumptuous appetizers, their choice of select seafood, sushi, pasta, carving station, and desserts along with an open bar, silent auction and a live auction. Live entertainment by North Tower is certain to get everyone off their feet and onto the dance floor.
The North Tower band (pictured here) is familiar throughout the mid-Atlantic since their start over 30-years-ago as a Triangle area acapella quartet. Their diversity, exciting floor show, and horn section have entertained audiences in New York, Montreal, Tampa, and Phoenix as well as Virginia and the Carolinas. During their three decades of professional entertainment they have shared the stage with many famous artists, released several chart topping songs, and entertained audiences all over North America.
�� The Lost Colony is grateful for the support of many sponsors and individuals to produce this event. Executive Director/Producer Carl V. Curnutte says, "Like other non-profits, we rely on our community and business involvement. The Outer Banks has always been incredibly supportive of our organization and we are thankful for the support we receive. Gala sponsors include: City Beverage, Delena's Eye, Front Porch Cafe, Full moon Cafe, Hardy Moving and Storage, Heritage Auction, Holiday House Florist, Kelly's Restaurant, Luxury, Metro Rental, Ocean Boulevard, Ortega'z, Outer Banks Furniture, Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, Pepsi, The Pearl, The Sanderling, and Tortuga's Lie.
This year's planning committee, co-chaired by Bea Basnight and Gail Midgett, has prepared an underwater oceanic fantasy for the black-tie event. Nautical-themed attire is welcomed. Proceeds from the gala support the production of The Lost Colony produced by the Roanoke Island Historical Association (RIHA). Reserve your place for this year's "Under the Sea" Black-tie event by calling The Lost Colony office at (252)473-2127. Single tickets are $125 for RIHA members, and $150 for non-members. Reserved tables for ten guests are available for $1,750.

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Right now at R.I. Festival Park, the second of three story telling sessions.

Don't miss the last installment of these fond reminiscences of yesteryear this Thursday at Black Pelican Restaurant in Kitty Hawk at 7 pm. There is a special dinner available before the session and service during the event. For details contact 252.473.2127 or visit www.thelostcolony.org.

Susanne Tate shares her stories with children at the Faire.

Dare County EMS is hear teaching about heart health.

Climb aboard a Coast Guard Boat at the Faire!

Reeling in the fun!

Learn about sea turtles and their habitats at the Faire.

Costume characters galore at the Faire.

North Carolina Marionette Theatre at the Children's Faire.

We are here in Kill Devil Hills at our Land of Beginnings Festival's Children Faire until 2pm. This free event is a blast for all kids!

No need to bring your fins and flippers to The Lost Colony's upcoming seaside extravaganza, but do bring a discerning eye to reel in some great items at the silent auction. Artist Tracy Bell and her art class students have generously donated miniature ocean inspired masterpieces to be showcased in the auction. The Lost Colony's Under the Sea, a black-tie gala will be held from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday April 17 at the Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion. At this annual fund-raising event guests enjoy sumptuous food, an open bar, silent auction, live auction, and dancing to the exciting sounds of the North Tower Band.

In this picture, (L-R) Tracy Bell, Sis Hall, and Sally Scarborough display their original acrylic artwork for the auction. For three years now, Bell's class has donated art items such as these for the auction. Other exciting items up for bid at the event include a stay at an Avon oceanfront cottage, a signed UNC Basketball, a one hour air-tour for two, dinner for ten in your own home with a private chef, as well as artwork, home d�cor, gift certificates for dinner, jewelry and much more. For $20, guests can "try their luck" and purchase the winning key that opens a treasure chest of $1,000 value.

This year's planning committee, co-chaired by Bea Basnight and Gail Midgett, has dived into the underwater oceanic fantasy theme to create a spectacular evening. Nautical-themed attire is welcomed. Proceeds from the gala support the production of The Lost Colony produced by the Roanoke Island Historical Association (RIHA). Reserve your place for this year's "Under the Sea" Black-tie event by calling The Lost Colony office at (252)473-2127. Single tickets are $125 for RIHA members, and $150 for non-members. Reserved tables for ten guests are available for $1,750.

E R Midgett, a community-based Insurance Agency has become a corporate
sponsor of The Lost Colony. E R Midgett Insurance believes that the
strength of community is an important aspect to their success and they
seek opportunities to help make the region a better place.

"We are so appreciative for all Paul Tine and ER Midgett Insurance does
for The Lost Colony and the community," remarks The Lost Colony's
Executive Director and Producer Carl V. Curnutte. "Their support helps
us to bring the highest standard to our program and community projects."


E R Midgett is committed to protecting the assets and livelihoods of
their neighbors. They encourage their associates to volunteer in the
community. Their employees have been involved in the Outer Banks
Marathon, Relay for Life, various Rotary events, and several fundraising
events. The Agency is a signature sponsor of the Currituck Foster
Program Tournament and provides regular sponsorships for Kelly's Family
Foundation, Outer Banks Community Foundation, Dare Education Foundation,
Outer Banks Hospital, Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce, Create the Future
Initiative, Interfaith Community Outreach, North Banks Rotary, Manteo
Rotary, Hyde County Angel Tree, Imagination Library, Dare County
Children and Youth Partnership, in addition to The Lost Colony.

The Lost Colony uses song, dance, comedy, and special effects to tell
the story and mysterious disappearance of America's first English colony
(1584-87). First staged in 1937, it is the nation's premier and
longest-running symphonic drama written by Pulitzer Prize-winning
playwright Paul Green. Since then, more than 4-million people have seen
the show including President Franklin Roosevelt, Congressmen,
dignitaries and families alike from the world over. The Lost Colony's
73rd anniversary season opens May 28 and plays through August 20. For
tickets, donations, or information, visit www.thelostcolony.org
. or call (252) 473-2127 or (252)
473-3414 (May through August.)

IN THIS PHOTO(L-R): Jaime Deringer (Administrative Assistant), Carl V.
Curnutte, (The Lost Colony's Executive Director/ Producer), Katherine
Clay (Customer Service Representative), Paul Tine (Owner & Board of
Director of The Lost Colony), Marjalene Thomas (Board of Director and
alumnae of The Lost Colony), Mary Hayes (Brokered Division Agent), Kathy
Horne (Board of Director of The Lost Colony), Carolyn Payton (Brokered
Division Manager),Chris Seawell (Chairmen of the Board for The Lost
Colony), Ken Keating (Lost Colony Development Director) and Madeleine
Land (Associate Agent).

The Stage Left Towers are also progressing rapidly too!

Stage Right towers have progressed since my last posting. Our fund-raising has been assisted through the efforts of alums and board members. Thanks to all for continuing the effort to raise funds for the project.

The men's dressing room is coming along nicely. The great weather we are having can't hurt either.