Just got this from Act II Playhouse ... so kids get those ideas in paper, get busy writing.

Attention Teachers, Parents & Students: In conjunction with Act II Playhouse's production ofSylvia (Sept. 6-Oct. 2), we are looking for student-written work for a special event. Students of all ages are welcome to submit! Details: What is your pet REALLY thinking? Submit a short monologue, from the point of view of your dog, cat or other pet! Winners will have their work read by professional actors on Act II's stage and will receive two free tickets to the final performance (see below). Entries should be no shorter than two paragraphs and no longer than two pages. CONTEST DEADLINE: Friday, Sept. 9 Submit entries to: contest@act2.org Please include your name, grade, school and (if under 18) parents'/guardians' names. Winners will be announced Tues, Sept. 13 via email and on www.act2.org. ____________________________ Ruff Draft Inside the mind of Fido, Whiskers, Snowball and other family pets WHAT: Short monologues by local writers and students, read by professional actors WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. TICKETS: $5 at the door WHERE: Act II Playhouse, 56 E. Butler Ave. Ambler, PA 19002 MORE INFORMATION: Click http://act2playhouse.org/cms/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=227&Itemid=174