The Chorus of Westerly Presents Christmas Pops??
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WESTERLY, RI ??? The Chorus of Westerly continues its 2016-2017 season with two performances of the holiday favorite, Christmas Pops??on Sunday, December 18, 2016. Joining the 190-voice Chorus of Westerly and conductor Andrew Howell is the 55-piece Pops Festival Orchestra, to present a program of traditional and new holiday favorites. The performances will take place at 4pm and 6pm in the George Kent Performance Hall located at 119 High Street in downtown Westerly, Rhode Island. Limited tickets remain available by calling (401) 596-8663 or visiting chorusofwesterly.org. Fans of Christmas Pops and the Chorus of Westerly are encouraged to inquire soon, as historically this is a sell-out event.
First presented in 1981 as a counterpart to the inaugural??Summer Pops??concert, the Chorus of Westerly???s Christmas Pops has turned into one of southern New England???s most popular and beloved holiday events. Kent Hall is transformed into a winter wonderland complete with festive decor and lights for a family friendly evening of holiday cheer. This year???s Christmas Pops will feature both new and traditional holiday favorites including Deck the Hall, Sleigh Ride, O come, all ye Faithful, Silent Night, Christmas is Coming, Christmas in Rhode Island, White Christmas and more. Audience members can also expect a special appearance by Santa Claus during the program!
The concert runs approximately 70 minutes in length and is appropriate for families and children. For more information or to inquire about tickets please call the Kent Hall Box Office at (401) 596-8663. Business hours are Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm.
This year’s performance, which will mark the 36th edition of Christmas Pops in Kent Hall, is being presented with major support from Dime Bank, South County Health, Mrs. Marion Palm, and the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts.??