Announcements

+ Applications are now being accepted for drama classes at the Ghostlight Theatre, 170 Schenck St., North Tonawanda. Classes will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday mornings beginning Feb. 17. There are 20 positions available in the children's section, ages 10 to 12, taught by Debby Koszelak Swartz; 20 positions in the teen section, taught by Vanessa Stipkovits; and 10 positions for the advanced adult section taught by Jesse Swartz. The 11-week course is $125. Applications are available at www.starrynighttheatre.com or by calling 743-1614. The students will be featured in a recital at 8 p.m. April 28 at the Ghostlight Theatre.

+ The application deadline for Squeaky Wheel's "Channels - Stories from the Niagara Frontier" is Friday, Feb. 2. The program matches documentary filmmakers with grass roots initiatives and groups to document cultural and social movements that significantly impact the Buffalo region, but are underreported by mainstream media. Filmmakers and cultural groups can apply to participate. For more information, visit www.squeaky.org or call 884-7172.

+ The Chromatic Club of Buffalo will hold auditions for its three groups of members Sunday, Feb. 4 at the Community Music School, 415 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo. Vocalists interested in auditioning should call Audrey Shafer at 632-7856 for an application, audition requirements and audition time. Instrumentalists should call Marilyn Pfisterer at 634-5288.