Lyric Singers promise a choral concert in June The Montrealer May 17, 2013 3126 The ever-popular annual spring concert is a high energy musical revue The award-winning Lyric Theatre Singers have confirmed their return to the Oscar Peterson Concert Hall for four performances on June 13, 14 and 15. Musical theatre fans are invited to save these dates and be there to witness a cast of over 40 performers take to the stage with this high-energy musical revue. Since 1990, this unique vocal ensemble has entertained audiences in the choral world while at the same time engaging Broadway fans of all ages by drawing from nearly 50 years of Lyric Theatre tradition. Hallelujah Broadway! is a tribute to cherished classics as well as more recent and beloved songs from the musical theatre stage. “It is a wonderful challenge to find just the right collection of songs to engage and entertain our audiences every year.” says musical director Bob Bachelor “thankfully, there is much to choose from!” Bachelor also mentions the contributions of new assistant musical director Chris Barillaro “Chris is as a wonderful addition to the Lyric Theatre team. He brings a wealth of experience and huge talent to the table. It is a pleasure to collaborate with him”. Together, Bachelor and Barillaro have conceived an outstanding show of Broadway classic hit songs. From the unforgettable compositions of George Gershwin that inspired the hit show Crazy For You, the hauntingly beautiful melodies of Kismet and Phantom’s triumphant Masquerade, to selections from Anything Goes, Once on this Island, Cabaret, Titanic, Spamalot, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, The Book of Mormon and much more. Musical Direction and Staging Bob Bachelor; Assistant Musical Director, Chris Barillaro; Piano Linda Laroche; Choreographer Mary Sarli; Costumes Karen Pearce; and Lighting Design, Paul Ludwig Teichgraber. There are four performances of Hallelujah Broadway! scheduled for June 13 and 14 at 8pm and June 15 at 2pm and 8pm. Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, Concordia University – Loyola Campus, 7141 Sherbrooke Street, West. Reserved SeatingTickets: Regular: $32; Students and seniors: $28; Children 12 and under: $16; Group rate $24 www.lyrictheatrecompany.com or at the Lyric Theatre Box Office 514-743-3382. Donations of non-perishable goods will be gratefully accepted for the NDG Food Depot.
