Events for December 9, 2016
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7:30 pm
Joy! Christmas in the Basilica
This ever-popular event, named to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s “Fifteen Top Holiday Concerts in Milwaukee” list in 2015, will once again fill the Basilica of St. Josaphat. Performed by Bel Canto and accompanied by Kevin Bailey on the organ and Stained Glass Brass, this year’s concert includes the premiere of a work by Christian Ellenwood along with the traditional carols and songs of the season that people have come to know and love. Make this annual experience part of your holiday tradition.
Find out more »Milwaukee Choristers Present “The Marvel of This Night”
Our annual celebration of Christmas features music that focuses on the awe-inspiring aspects of that most special of nights. Selections include Carl Schalk’s “Before the Marvel of This Night” and the favorite of adults and children alike, “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, John Rutter, Morten Lauridsen and William Levi Dawson plus other holiday favorites and sing-along carols are also planned. As always, join us after the concert for cookies, punch and Christmas raffle!
Find out more »Black Nativity
Black Nativity is a heartwarming and moving gospel song play by Langston Hughes. The power of gospel music, telling the story of this beloved, family friendly classic that began with the first star in Bethlehem almost two thousand years ago. Black Nativity 2016 will link this story of hope to relevant themes occurring throughout our community and the country today. Directed by Bronzeville Arts Ensemble’s Producing Artistic Director, Malkia Stampley. Music direction by Antoine Reynolds, choreography by Marvette Knight. Black Nativity is Co-Produced by Black Arts MKE and Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.
Find out more »La Cage Aux Folles (The Birdcage)
After 20 years of unwedded bliss, Georges and Albin prepare to meet the straight-laced parents of the fiancée of Georges’ son. It’s a hilarious night of complications, chaos and a tender triumph of love. This comedic and heartfelt Tony Award winner features music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, composer of Broadway hits Hello, Dolly! and Mame. “It’s a family show, a glittering, fast stepping extravaganza.” - New York Daily News on 2010 Broadway Revival Winner of multiple Tony Awards, including Best Musical (1984) and Best Revival of a Musical (2005, 2010) Recommended for ages 12 and up.
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Lobby Hero
With way too much time on his hands, Jeff, a luckless young Manhattan security guard, is drawn into a local murder investigation. When William, his tightly wound supervisor, is called to bear witness against his troubled brother, and Dawn, a rookie cop, finds she must stand up to her seasoned partner, Jeff finds himself making some quick, irreversible decisions about right and wrong. Confirming him as a comic wizard, playwright Kenneth Lonergan delights with this irrepressible work, which just happens to be a comedy, a romance and a play of ideas all rolled into one.
Find out more »Bel Canto Chorus – “Christmas at the Basilica”
Bel Canto Chorus’ “Christmas at the Basilica” will feature the melodic sounds of the Stained Glass Brass and the Bel Canto Boy Choir. Bel Canto Chorus invites audience members to immerse themselves in the beauty and joy of the season, and Milwaukee’s own Historic Basilica of St. Josaphat. Familiar carols, soaring hymns, and music are all a part of this festive concert for all ages. The Basilica of St. Josaphat is located in historic Lincoln Village at 601 W. Lincoln Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53215.
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