"DAMNATION OF FAUST."
A glance at tho box plan for the Uoynl Choral Union's performance on Saturday night iv the Town nail, under tho direction of Mr. John Bishop, proves the wisdom of tho society choosing a work for their second concert that owing to tho difficulties has not boen attempted by any other New Zealand societies. Thoro aro still good seats available in tlio (rout and bade stalls, but early reservations at Tho Bristol should be mado by thoso wishing to attend. In solecting Berlioz's "Faust," a very high standard has been set by the society. No expense has been spared to make tho pcrformanco a memorable ono. Tho choir and orchestra of 260 performers will be assisted by an excellent cast of principals. Owing to the length of tho opera, tho performance will commonco at 7.45 sharp, to eiiablo It to finish by 10.30. Tho final rehearsal will be held at 7.50 to-morrow night at tho Town Hall. Four hundred two-shilling scats will bo available, and these will bo on salo at The Bristol on Friday evening aud Saturday morning.
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Evening Post, Volume CVI, Issue 55, 13 September 1928, Page 5
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