Pat Devine
Holiday Music Means Excitement for HPU
The holidays are coming soon, and that means exciting news for High Point music enthusiasts.
Why’s that?
Because that means High Point University’s production of the Christmas Cabaret is just around the corner.
Why See Cabaret?
Cabaret is a mix of song and dance in a cozy and intimate atmosphere. It is a musical experience like no other, and the upcoming shows promise to be better than ever.
Says Chair of the HPU Performing Arts Department, Ed Simpson, “If you like good, well-performed music with a holiday theme, you’ll like the upcoming cabaret.”
The show will be in the style of a New York cabaret.
Those attending will be treated to various desserts and coffee, while seated comfortably at tables of six to eight people.
Who’s Going To be There, and What Songs Will Be Sung
Marcia Dills, Director of Keyboard Studies, will be on keyboards, Percussion Instructor Steve McHugh, will be banging on multiple instruments, and HPU senior, Pat Devine, will be playing guitar.
The songs will be a blend of traditional popular music interspersed with classic holiday, and gospel songs; all done with tasteful and minimalistic choreography.
Classics from “Auld Lang Syne”, to “When You Say You Love Me”, to “Blue Christmas” will all be performed.
“It’s a great way to start thinking about the holidays, with food, drinks, and a sophisticated, yet laid back atmosphere”, says sophomore singer Amanda Harmon.
It will include large and small ensembles and almost every member of the cast will have at least one solo.
When, Where and How Much
The shows will be held in the Pauline Theatre in the Hayworth Fine Arts Center on Friday December 5th and Saturday the 6th at 7:30 p.m., then on Sunday the 7th at 2 p.m. Also, a private show will be held on the 4th.
Tickets will be $10 for adults, $7 for senior citizens, $5 for students from other universities (provided they have ID), and $2 for children under 13. Free admission will be given to all High Point University students.
Holiday Music Means Excitement for HPU
The holidays are coming soon, and that means exciting news for High Point music enthusiasts.
Why’s that?
Because that means High Point University’s production of the Christmas Cabaret is just around the corner.
Why See Cabaret?
Cabaret is a mix of song and dance in a cozy and intimate atmosphere. It is a musical experience like no other, and the upcoming shows promise to be better than ever.
Says Chair of the HPU Performing Arts Department, Ed Simpson, “If you like good, well-performed music with a holiday theme, you’ll like the upcoming cabaret.”
The show will be in the style of a New York cabaret.
Those attending will be treated to various desserts and coffee, while seated comfortably at tables of six to eight people.
Who’s Going To be There, and What Songs Will Be Sung
Marcia Dills, Director of Keyboard Studies, will be on keyboards, Percussion Instructor Steve McHugh, will be banging on multiple instruments, and HPU senior, Pat Devine, will be playing guitar.
The songs will be a blend of traditional popular music interspersed with classic holiday, and gospel songs; all done with tasteful and minimalistic choreography.
Classics from “Auld Lang Syne”, to “When You Say You Love Me”, to “Blue Christmas” will all be performed.
“It’s a great way to start thinking about the holidays, with food, drinks, and a sophisticated, yet laid back atmosphere”, says sophomore singer Amanda Harmon.
It will include large and small ensembles and almost every member of the cast will have at least one solo.
When, Where and How Much
The shows will be held in the Pauline Theatre in the Hayworth Fine Arts Center on Friday December 5th and Saturday the 6th at 7:30 p.m., then on Sunday the 7th at 2 p.m. Also, a private show will be held on the 4th.
Tickets will be $10 for adults, $7 for senior citizens, $5 for students from other universities (provided they have ID), and $2 for children under 13. Free admission will be given to all High Point University students.
1 comment:
Pat,
you have a good story here. I would've liked to see a couple of external links to go with this story. Maybe links related to Holiday Season celebrations or something.
Also, the two images you posted are somewhat confusing coz most readers won't really know who these women are, so maybe explain that in your story or add a small caption with this information.
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