"Little Prince" Is Loved by All

In the photo above the Geographer (Donna Turner) talks with the Little Prince (Marjorie Oslie) in the reader's theater style stage adaptation of "The Little Prince". Mark Turner's artwork provides the backdrop for the scene in this audience view point photo by Shinichi Evans. Full view of the artwork below. (copyright 2011)

Horizon Gate collaborated with St.Paul's Cathedral Center for the Performing and Visual Arts in the production of "The Little Prince" based on the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Three performances took place February 16 - 18 in the chancel of the cathedral with most of the tickets sold and the final evening sold out. Donna played two characters and a narrator. Mark created drawings and digital art to provide 56 slides as projected backdrops for the play.

Mark Turner's artwork for the Geographer's Asteroid scene in the first photo above. (copyright 2011)

Jumping the Asteroids with "The Little Prince"

You can come with us to this asteroid plus enjoy side trips to neighboring asteroids on February 16, 17 and 18. Above is one of many illustrations which Mark is creating to be projected as backdrops for the the stage production of "The Little Prince" based on the classic book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The production marks our first collaboration with St. Paul's Center for the Visual & Performing Arts. Donna plays three characters on stage and Mark also assists with the music and audio. Don't miss this unique interpretation of the simple yet profound story. Proceeds will benefit Dorcas House, a mission of compassion in Tijuana, Mexico. Tickets are available online at http://littleprince.eventsbot.com.

Increased Seekers Expected for Christmas, Make Plans for Them Now

This year more people than usual will be ready to remember the Truth in Christmas. Now is the time to get ready for increased numbers of people looking for more than consumer goods as the reason for the season. It takes care and planning well in advance to provide the rich and meaningful experience people will be looking for in Christmas '09.

We have the tools and the plan to lead people on the path to renewed insight and faith this year.

People will rally around our script for a great, intergenerational play. They will grow individually and as a community by working together and presenting the story to the larger community of family and friends.

Our “Word Show” workshop kicks off the experience by helping the group discover the joy of story telling. The workshop opens the inner workings of the script. It gets the group on their feet using new tricks to bring out the meaning of the story. By the end of the workshop your team will be ready to continue the fun through the process of preparing the story for the Christmas season.

Mark and Donna Turner personally apply their 40 years experience (apiece) in stage and film to guide the Word Show workshop weekend. But they do not just leave the team to fend for themselves after that. They remain available by phone to answer questions and coach the leadership through the whole process.

By the time the play has been presented the cast and crew will have grown personally and corporately in new appreciation of the advent message. The audience will be illuminated by the story and by the change in those who tell it.

A discount is offered of up to 45% on day, or day-and-evening Word Show sessions if booked by September 1.

Call 760-765-3884 now to learn how you can bring this wonderful experience to your community, or e-mail your inquiries to markanddonna@horizongate.org.

Our Vision Calls to Your Vision

As we have imparted the vision which God has inspired in our hearts, people have told us about theirs. One person described her dream of opening a retreat center where children and teens can get away and experience God's presence giving them hope and direction. Her vision corresponds to ours of the Production Gathering where artists help each others personal and professional development while producing a film together.

Another person told us about his vision for opening a theater specializing in stage plays for the Hispanic community. This corresponds to our vision for the Film Gallery Café where films, art and performance stimulate conversation which draw people to God.

As we described our vision of the Production Gathering and the Film Gallery Café to a pastor, he said he and his staff have been talking about similar ventures for three years.

We are learning that telling forth the life which God is pouring into us inspires in others faith for the great life God promises them too. It confirms visions that others may have set aside or begun to think were impossible. Our inspirations feed and support the hopes and dreams of others. In this way God brings His people together, as if He were amassing the seed and the sowers for new crops and a great harvest.