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In the Bleak Midwinter
Explore the wintry cityscape of Toronto through the eyes of a homeless beggar, searching for a place to keep warm. An audience immersive concert and reception, 'In the Bleak Midwinter' will take you on a snowy journey through the evolution of music--featuring a charming selection of songs and poetry from the early 1800s to today. Blending powerful vocals with original theatre, the program weaves through a young woman's hopeful daydreams as winter reaches its bitter peak, inviting performers and audiences alike to come in from the cold. In the bleak midwinter, let music bring you warmth.
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'In the Bleak Midwinter' at College Street United Church
An immersive concert based on the poem by Christina Rossetti
Musical Direction by William Shookhoff and Claire Harris of Opera by Request
Staging Direction by Brandon White and Shannon Mills of White Mills Theatre Co.
Featuring selected excerpts from 'Street Scene' and 'The Medium' by White Mills Theatre Co.
Special appearances by Meden Glas and Lunar Bloom
February 8th, 2019
Doors at 7:30 PM, performance at 8:00 PM
Reception to follow
Tickets
$15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door
College Street United Church
452 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1A1
416.929.3019
Program by Shannon Mills
Set and Costume Design by Brandon White
Graphic Design by Ella Mazur
Please note that all participants of 'In the Bleak Midwinter' have generously donated their time, foregoing payment in part or in full to further support original arts and culture programming in the City of Toronto. White Mills Theatre Co. extends their heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in this project as we continue to develop new work and future collaborations throughout 2019.
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About White Mills Theatre Company:
Named for its founders, Brandon White and Shannon Mills, White Mills Theatre Co. creates newly engaging, locally relevant theatre. Specializing in audience-immersive opera, the Toronto-based company is committed to developing easily accessible productions for both audience members and performers alike. With this in mind, their work favours historic settings and local, interdisciplinary artists. By building upon pre-existing scripts, the company engages with their community to workshop original roles for additional performers--ultimately showcasing the wide breadth of talent Toronto has to offer.
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https://www.instagram.com/white_mills_theatre_co/
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfsspUOEtx-YELjCN4DW-cg
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About Opera by Request:
At Opera by Request we perform all manner of operatic repertoire in concert format, not such an unusual concept. The twist is that the repertoire is decided by the participants, not the company directorate.
For singers, we are an opportunity to learn and perform a role for the first time in a comfortable and supportive environment. For audiences, we present affordable concert performances by singers in the roles that most inspire them.
Two or more singers approach the director with a project suggestion. If the director is agreeable, and a mutually satisfactory date can be found, the singers and director form a cooperative whereby the remainder of the cast and a rehearsal schedule is created.
An hourly fee is assessed for coachings and rehearsals, excluding the dress rehearsal and performance, which are offered at no charge. The cast shares in the net box office proceeds, after all costs (hall rental, printing, other costs mutually agreed upon) are recovered.
http://operabyrequest.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/OperaByRequest/
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About Meden Glas:
Meden Glas' singer-instrumentalists share a passion for grassroots music from the Balkans (Bulgaria, Macedonia, Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia, Greece, and Turkey) in addition to other musical cultures (Italian, Russian, Kurdish, and Romani [gypsy]). Based on their own individual regional areas of musical expertise, the members of Meden Glas strive to present diverse audiences with rural-based musical traditions as well as arranged and more contemporary repertoire.
Irene Markoff - vocals, accordion & balama
Ekaterina Pyatkova - vocals & drum
Jamieson Eakin - vocals & guitar
Mario Morello - vocals, flute & drum
Nadia Younan - vocals & sax
https://medenglas.bandcamp.com/releases
https://www.facebook.com/medenglas/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_7M_KJeRefCLTrCKqrIgfQ
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About Lunar Bloom:
Lunar Bloom is an all female vocal folk trio comprised of Kelly McNamee, Jocelyn Regina and Brittany Rae Robinson. Their songs are written collaboratively, with each voice weaving seamlessly in and out of harmony. The three Blooms met nearly ten years ago at Sheridan College whilst studying in the prestigious Music-Theatre Program. While at school they collaborated on one another's songs, and began officially writing as a trio in the past year. Each a songwriter in their own respect, they bring different skills and perspective to every piece, creating something entirely new. Pulling inspiration from other female artists, their sound has the quirkiness of Regina Spektor, the sweet innocence of Dala, and the witchy appeal of Florence and the Machine. Their songs have dynamic range, often times with sparse acoustic accompaniment, to give focus to the intricate three-part harmonies that blend deliciously and leave you wanting more.
https://www.facebook.com/lunarbloomband/
https://www.instagram.com/lunarbloomband/
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LocationCollege Street United Church (View)
454 College Street
Toronto, ON M46 1A1
Canada
Categories
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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