Join us for a traditional holiday classic, "AMAHL & the NIGHT VISITORS" with Riverside Lyric Opera - Dec. 28 at 2 pm & 7 pm at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Temecula and Dec. 29 at 4 pm at The Box Riverside (in the Fox Entertainment Plaza).
Did you know? - "Amahl" was originally commissioned by NBC in 1951 and was the debut production of the "Hallmark Hall of Fame" broadcast and was the first opera specifically composed for television in America. Through the years it has become a traditional Christmas favorite!
This magical story is about Amahl, a crippled shepherd boy, and his mother who are visited by the three wise men on their way to see baby Jesus. The music is delightful, lyrics are in English. Cynthia Leigh performs as the Mother with boy soprano Luke Larson as Amahl. Veteran opera singers Terry James Welborn, John Hansen and Mario Rios play the three Kings, with James Cameron as the Page. A chorus of shepherds completes the cast. Bring the whole family to this traditional holiday classic with a live orchestra conducted by Dr. Stephen Tucker from U.C. Irvine. It's simply heartwarming.
Call 760-318-0460 for more info. Tickets are available at the door or online at http://www.RiversideLyricOpera.org Prices range from $8 to $25.
Wounded Warriors will be admitted free with proof of military ID. Mention you heard about it on the Patch for a special discount!
We are offering a few FREE tickets for the evening production on Saturday, Dec. 28th at 7:00 pm in Temecula. If you know of a needy family or seniors who cannot afford to buy tickets please call 760-318-0460. There may be a couple of FREE tickets available for the Sunday, Dec. 29th show in Riverside but you must call before 5 pm on December 27th, Friday for the Riverside tickets.
