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Show Opera sets evening of comic operettas Opera West, Utah County's own opera company, will feature singers from all over the valley as part of its Apprentice Program with "An Evening of Comic Operettas." More than 80 singers will participate par-ticipate on Sept. 23, 26, 28 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Springville High Auditorium as the opera company presents "Ichabod!" "The Telephone," and "Trial by Jury." Artistic Director, Gene Larsson, said, "We were delighted to find so much talent in the area that we could double-cast all the leading roles, giving even more people the opportunity to perform." Mr. Larsson also mentioned that in the apprentice program there is a unique blend of first time singers and veterans. "We have people like Mr. Karl Barton, a music teacher at Springville High, who, at the age of 50, is making his stage debut as the judge in 'Trial by Jury.' We also have young people, such as Mindy Whiting of Spanish Fork, who already are experienced performers." per-formers." The result is both exciting and challenging, but worth every minute of work and dedication. Tickets are $15 for families, $3 for senior citizens and children under 12, and $4 for adults and are available at the door, the Video Stop, Springville, and Wakefields, Provo. Come and discover opera at its finest and funniest. |