The Kazoobie Kazoo Show
Rick Hubbard played the steel drum in his Kazoobie Kazoo Show at Shallowford Square in Lewisville, North Carolina, accompanied by children shaking maracas.
Exceptional Fun for Everyone
Rick Hubbard invented the word, “kazoobie,” to describe the type of family entertainment that he’s been providing for more than a decade. Rick says that “kazoobie” means “exceptional, fun and involving everyone.” And that’s exactly what occurred last Friday evening (August 14, 2009) on the Starlight Movie Nite at Shallowford Square in Lewisville.
Preceding the evening movie, The Kazoobie Kazoo Show — Rick Hubbard’s one-man band — kicked off the evening with a steady stream of entertaining moments. Kids and adults joined Rick on stage at the pavilion for what Rick describes as “K-A-O-S” — that is, “Kids Appearing On Stage” and “Kool Adults On Stage.”
For more than an hour, Rick performed non-stop on his electric guitar, banjo, steel drum and, of course, his signature kazoo. From the smallest of children to some very “kool” adults, there was plenty of energetic dancing, singing, shaking and bubble blowing. Everyone had fun at The Kazoobie Kazoo Show!
Starlight Movie Nite
Following The Kazoobie Kazoo Show, the movie Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, played at Shallowford Square. The Town of Lewisville will present its final movie of the season, Evan Almighty (PG), on Friday, September 25. (Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available.)
Photo Gallery
You’ve got to see some of the crazy moments from Rick Hubbard’s Kazoobie Kazoo Show! I think the photos say it all: It was an exceptionally fun time for everyone! The photos are located in the Madagascar/Kazoobie Kazoo photo gallery.
Popcorn and a Movie
Marty Myers, Lewisville's Town Planner, serves up popcorn for the latest Starlight Movie Nite at Shallowford Square in Lewisville.
Get Your Popcorn!
You gotta have popcorn with a movie, right? And where better to enjoy some poppin’ fresh kernels than at Lewisville’s Starlight Movie Nite at Shallowford Square?
This month’s Starlight Movie Nite (held on July 17, 2009) featured the movie, Iron Man. As always, members of the town’s staff were on hand, serving up popcorn, hot dogs, sodas and other concessions under the pavilion.
Upcoming Starlight Movie Nites
Be sure to mark your calendars for the remaining Starlight Movie Nites for the year. They’re held on Friday evenings at Shallowford Square, and they begin at dusk. Bring a lawn chair or blanket — and some of your favorite people — to enjoy a FREE outdoor movie at the Square!
- August 14 — Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (RATED PG)
>> SPECIAL PRE-MOVIE EVENT: Rick Hubbard’s Kazoobie Kazoo Show at 7:00 pm! - September 25 — Evan Almighty (RATED PG)
More Photos
To see a few more POPCORN PHOTOS, please continue to the NEXT SECTION!
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Jumping for Joy
After lining up in some traditional poses for the camera, these young folks decided to show off their jumping skills. They're getting ready for liftoff!
Questions
Sometimes I wonder how much the presence of my camera affects a situation. For example, were the young folks pictured above extremely happy before I moseyed up to them at Shallowford Square? Or did a wild exuberance suddenly overtake them once I pointed my camera at them? Hmmm. Actually, I suspect that both ideas are true!
The occasion of our meeting was yet another Starlight Movie Nite last Friday evening (May 8, 2009). The highly popular Disney movie, High School Musical 3, was scheduled to play at Shallowford Square. As usual, prior to the movie, I roamed the Square, talking to old acquaintances, meeting new ones, and taking photos along the way.
Observation
I’ve noticed that an atmosphere of joy always seems to pervade the Square on Starlight Movie Nites. Whether it’s kids romping in the playground area, grandparents doting over their grandchildren, or couples chilling out after a busy week — most everyone seems especially happy.
Happy to be alive. Happy to be in good company. Happy to be attending a free movie!
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Fun at the Square
Kids had fun at Shallowford Square last Friday evening as they participated in town-sponsored games before watching Kung Fu Panda, the opener for the season's first Starlight Movie Nite.
After a brief spring break, I’m back now with more Lewisville photos! And first up, are scenes from the Starlight Movie Nite Kick-Off.
Kids’ Activities
Last Friday evening, the Town of Lewisville kicked off its first Starlight Movie Nite of the season in Shallowford Square with the movie, Kung Fu Panda. New this year were games and prizes for children, facilitated by the town staff, as well as random drawings for assorted prizes.
From my perspective, I had fun trying to capture the energy and playfulness of the children. Some of them participated in the games, while others played in the playground area. Their ages ranged from around two years old to perhaps early teens. Whatever their age or their activity, they sure did put their heart into it. What a fun group of kids!
Plus, I did notice that one particular group of young ladies always seemed to find the camera! Thankfully, they had real personality and some great smiles. (I think you’ll know who they are when you review the gallery photos!)
Music and Movie
Following the games, Chrissie Hall and Michael Hoch treated the audience to some pleasant duets, with Michael also performing on guitar. A number of the kids let loose with, might I say, some rather unique dance moves!
Unfortunately, the threat of rain caused some families and couples to leave not long after the movie had begun. I decided to depart then, too, especially since photo opportunities were pretty much over by that time.
Photo Gallery
Check out photos of the evening’s activities and enjoy the children featured in the Kung Fu Panda Starlight Movie Nite photo gallery.
