H.R. No. 2170
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Through his work as co-founder of the All Star
Theatre, Joel A. Garza has provided the Rio Grande Valley with a
vibrant cultural resource and an outstanding creative outlet for
young Texans; and
WHEREAS, In 2012, Mr. Garza founded the All Star Theatre
alongside Carlos Perez with the mission of cultivating talent in
the Rio Grande Valley to stage professional-quality theatrical
productions; the company's first show was the groundbreaking
Broadway rock musical Spring Awakening, and the All Star Theatre
has since provided opportunities for South Texas actors, artists,
and technicians to hone their skills and develop their crafts while
bringing shows such as Chicago, Annie, Cabaret, and The Wizard of Oz
to life; and
WHEREAS, The All Star Theatre is unique among theatrical
production companies in the region in offering theatrical training
to children and youth as its primary mission; the organization has
consistently operated at full capacity, with 110 students between
the ages of 5 and 17 years old being involved at any given time; the
students work year-round to prepare for and stage shows at the
McAllen Performing Arts Center, a facility designed to accommodate
touring Broadway shows and concerts; and
WHEREAS, Drawing on the services of respected educators, the
All Star Theatre offers classes in acting, singing, and dance to
aspiring young performers; the company is also committed to hosting
master classes led by top talents from Broadway in its efforts to
elevate the standards of the Rio Grande Valley theater scene; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Garza serves as the executive artistic director
for the All Star Theatre and the All Star Kids Club; he holds a
bachelor's degree in corporate communication from The University of
Texas at Austin and two master's degrees in theatre and
communication studies from The University of Texas-Pan American; he
is currently a lecturer in the communication studies program at The
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, and he further shares his
time as board secretary for the Palm Awards Organization and as an
adjudicator for University Interscholastic League One Act Play
competitions across the state; and
WHEREAS, For over a decade, the All Star Theatre has helped
promote an appreciation for the arts in young people and audiences
alike, and it is a privilege to join in honoring Joel Garza and all
those who have devoted their time and talents to this dynamic
organization; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Joel A. Garza and the All Star Theatre
for their exceptional contributions to the Rio Grande Valley and
extend to all those affiliated with the organization sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the All Star Theatre as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.
Longoria
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2170 was adopted by the House on May
29, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House