Christmas at DePaul

In December 2007, DePaul University began a new tradition of celebrating the Christmas season with a musical re-telling of the Christmas story. The intention behind Christmas at DePaul was to celebrate this joyous season while ministering to those in need. No admission was charged. Instead, a donation to one of the St. Vincent de Paul parish-sponsored charities was requested in its place.

The production was a collaborative effort between DePaul’s School of Music and Theatre School, and featured the DePaul Community Chorus, the Providence St. Mel Choir, members of the DePaul University Singers, and a 50-piece DePaul student orchestra. The event was narrated by Carol Marin, political columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times and political editor for NBC5 News.

The Christmas at DePaul concerts in December 2008 continued this tradition, featuring the Chicago Children's Choir with direction by Josephine Lee. DePaul's very talented Phyllis Griffin, Associate Professor of Theater, narrated the event.

What to say? For the second year, the three sold-out performances were wonderful.

Reserve a space on your calendar this December for a hilight of the Christmas season. Christmas at DePaul concerts will be Thursday and Friday, December 10 & 11.

>>> Tickets will be available on the Christmas at DePaul website.

See you there!