Rhapsody for Blue

All-Star Classical Concert to Benefit the Programs of Blue Gargoyle Community Services DePaul’s Merle Reskin Theatre 60 E. Balbo Avenue Featuring: Rachel Barton Pine Chicago Chorale Aleksandra Kurzak Petra Lang Matthew Polenzani Blue Gargoyle Community Services will present “Rhapsody For Blue,” a classical concert to benefit the programs of the organization. The event will take place at DePaul’s Merle Reskin Theatre on Sunday, February 22 at 2:00 p.m. The following artists have generously agreed to donate their talents for the occasion: *Rachel Barton Pine, internationally acclaimed violinist *Chicago Chorale, Hyde Park institution and performer with the Ravinia Festival *Aleksandra Kurzak, star of the Vienna State Opera and Metropolitan Opera *Petra Lang, star of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden and the Bayreuth Festival *Matthew Polenzani, star of the Metropolitan Opera and Paris Opera Eric Weimer, assistant conductor at the Metropolitan Opera and Lyric Opera of Chicago, will serve as accompanist and music director for the concert. Chicago Chorale will be led by its conductor, Bruce Tammen. Ms. Barton Pine will use her personal accompanist for individual numbers. Ms. Kurzak, Ms. Lang and Mr. Polenzani appear through the kind permission of Lyric Opera of Chicago. Tickets for the event are $85.00 in advance, $100 at the door; VIP ticket and reception is $200.00. Family/Group discounts available. Tickets can be ordered online at rhapsody4blue.eventbrite.com or by calling 773-955-4108 x312. The Blue Gargoyle assists children, adolescents, adults and families in developing the skills and confidence necessary to become independent and self-reliant in today’s increasingly competitive society. The organization also provides opportunities for community residents and university students and faculty to volunteer, sharing their skills while gaining valuable experiences. Since 1968, Blue Gargoyle has served the south side of Chicago, including the Hyde Park, Woodlawn, Kenwood/Oakland, Washington Park, South Shore, Bronzeville, Grand Boulevard and Englewood communities. The organization provides free and comprehensive educational, after-school and counseling services for children and adults from 6 weeks old to over 65.