You are cordially invited to join Classical Action: Performing Arts Against AIDS for an intimate recital featuring renowned mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato and pianist David Zobel. This one-night-only event is presented in collaboration with Roosevelt University and Chicago Opera Theatre. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. Date: Monday, March 24, 2008 Time: Wine and hors d’oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Location: The home of David and Deborah Holloway (address provided after ticket purchase) Miss DiDonato is in demand by opera houses internationally for leading roles in a wide range of repertoire. Known for her sparkling coloratura, DiDonato has won audience and critical praise for her appearances in the operas of Handel, Mozart and Rossini. This season marks her Lyric Opera of Chicago debut in one of her signature roles: Rosina in Il barbiere di Siviglia. Mr. Zobel is a celebrated opera coach and collaborative pianist. He is regularly engaged by the Wiener Staatsoper, Théâtre du Châtelet, De Nederlandse Opera, the Stanislavsky Theater, l’Opéra Français in New York, the Opéra de Tours and the Festival Lyrique de St Céré. Seating is limited to 60 guests, so please purchase your tickets by March 10, 2008 at: www.classicalaction.org/events.
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