[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 83 (Friday, June 23, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1251]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         TRIBUTE TO THE CHILDREN'S MUSICAL THEATER OF SAN JOSE

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                            HON. ZOE LOFGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 22, 2006

  Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and 
commend the Children's Musical Theater of San Jose, CMT, for winning a 
National Endowment for the Arts, NEA, grant award. The Children's 
Musical Theater of San Jose was the only theater company in 
California--and the only children's theater nationwide--to receive the 
prestigious American Masterpieces Grant.
  The Children's Musical Theater of San Jose trains and educates 
today's youth so that they will become the artists, patrons, and 
leaders of tomorrow. CMT combines a commitment to casting all 
auditioners with the professionalism of a premier children's theater. A 
vital ingredient to their success has been the leadership and vision of 
Artistic Director Kevin R. Hauge. Mr. Hauge is as interested in the 
development of his actors as he is in the production of theater; he 
continually works to augment the interpersonal skills and self-
confidence of the children while creating immensely popular 
performances.
  I am proud to recognize the Children's Musical Theater for its great 
success in theater and in the development of its talented young actors. 
CMT is a deserving recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts 
American Masterpieces Grant. Artistic and creative innovation is part 
of what makes America a vibrant society, and I commend the Children's 
Musical Theater for their contribution to San Jose and our Nation's 
cultural wealth.

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