The CCSM Chancel Choir and friends will present the one-act opera Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian-Carlo Menotti, conducted by Dr. Kathleen McGuire. Commissioned by NBC and premiered on television December 24, 1951, Menotti devised a timeless story of the three magi en route to Bethlehem. Weary after walking many miles, the kings come upon a modest hut inhabited by a poor woman and her son, Amahl, a crippled boy. The magi relate to Amahl and his mother the reason for their journey: to visit a very special baby who will bring peace to the world. Intrigued, Amahl finds a way to provide a generous gift for the child that will change their lives forever.
The opera will be accompanied by a 16-piece orchestra. The cast and orchestra members are almost entirely from the CCSM congregation. In addition to the opera, there will be traditional carol singing.
"Amahl and the Night Visitors" Come to San Mateo
Performances: Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, 9 am & 10:30 am
Open dress rehearsal: Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012, 7 pm
Congregational Church of San Mateo (CCSM)
Kloss Hall, 225 Tilton Ave, San Mateo, CA
www.ccsm-ucc.org
650.343.3694
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LocationCongregational Church of San Mateo (View)
225 Tilton Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
United States
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