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Staples High School Orphenians To Perform 'Aloha Cabaret' Jan. 22
The fundraising concert will be hosted by musician and CBS Sunday morning correspondent, David Pogue, with a performance by Kelli O'Hara.

The following announcement is from Westport Public Schools:
WESTPORT, CT — The Staples Music Department invites music lovers and music supporters to the Aloha Cabaret, an amazing evening of entertainment on Sunday, January 22nd at 6:30pm, at Westport Library.
The 42 member renowned Staples High School Orphenians choral ensemble plan to travel to
Hawaii this summer for the International Luau of Song Choral Festival and are raising funds to
ensure that all Orphenians, including those with financial constraints, can make the trip.
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The musical evening will be hosted by musician and CBS Sunday morning correspondent, David
Pogue, and will include a special guest appearance and performance by Tony Award Winner &
Grammy Award nominated stage and screen icon, Kelli O’Hara, and of course performances by
Staples High School's own nationally recognized Orphenians!
“This trip is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for these student musicians,” said Orphenians
director Luke Rosenberg who has led two other musical tours over the past eleven years of his
tenure with the group.
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“We want to make this unique musical, educational and cultural experience possible for every
member of the ensemble,” said Rosenberg. “This evening of music aims to raise funds to help
cover expenses for those who cannot afford all or some of the associated costs of the trip.”
The night will also feature Hawaiian themed lite bites as well as a silent auction featuring
experiences, goodies and many exotic trips!
The Aloha Cabaret will take place at 6:30pm Sunday, January 22 at The Westport Library.
Tickets are $150 per person for General Admission (6:30pm) and $225 per person for VIP
(6:00pm early entry, mingle with guest performers, and choice seating). Tickets will not be sold at
the door.
For more information or questions, please contact Staples Music Parent Association
For Tickets Click Here: CABARET TICKETS
If you cannot attend, but would still like to offer support, please donate here: DONATE
About Staples Orphenians
Founded by Dr. George Weigle in 1958, the Orphenians have been the premiere vocal ensemble in
Westport for more than six decades. Over those many years, the Orphenians have performed across the globe; including nearly every country in Europe, the United State's West Coast, and most recently in Australia in 2018. This year's ensemble consists of 47 students ranging from 9th to 12th grade, and earn their spot through a yearly audition process. Known for their many holiday performances throughout the town of Westport, they have become an integral part of the local community during the holiday season and year round.
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