Elsie Lange
The Savoy Singers are coming back to Gisborne Uniting Church to grace the stage with their wondrous tones.
On June 19, the 45-year-old group with origins in Melbourne’s Savoy Opera company will perform an extensive repertoire of musical theatre ranging from Gilbert and Sullivan, to Cole Porter, to Rodgers and Hammerstein, to Bert Bacharach and beyond.
Most of the current members have sung in principal roles with the Savoy Opera, as well as other musical theatre companies, with backgrounds as soloists, musicians, group singers and stage performers.
Church volunteer Maree Clarke said the event was an opportunity to see a beautiful performance and connect with the community after two years of lockdowns and isolation.
“We just thought coming out of Covid, people are getting a little bit adventurous and that they might like to come along to the concert and just enjoy a couple of hours of light hearted entertainment, with afternoon tea to follow,” Ms Clarke said.
Savoy Singers spokesperson James Johnston said the group was excited to be coming back to the Macedon Ranges.
“We last performed at the Gisborne Uniting Church in 2018. The reception and response from the audience was wonderful and we have very warm memories of that occasion,” Mr Johnston said.
“We had planned to return in 2021 but were thwarted by the restrictions surrounding the Covid pandemic.
“We relish the invitation to come back to this fantastic venue and perform once more for the people of Gisborne.”
The event starts at 2pm. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for concession or students, which can either be bought on the door or from Maree, on 5428 3852.
