A Cole Porter Celebration

Bethel United Church of Christ is thrilled to present A Cole Porter Celebration on Sunday, November 20th at 3:00 p.m. as part of the Music@Bethel concert series. Four outstanding vocalists will perform songs showcasing the music of the iconic American composer and songwriter Cole Porter, with selections including “Night and Day,” “You’re the Top,” “Wunderbar,” and “It’s De-Lovely.”

Artists include Felicia Burkovskiy, soprano, Lara Filip, mezzo-soprano, Alex Newkirk, tenor and Nathan Rago, baritone.

Both Felicia Burkovskiy and Lara Filip are regular contributors to our concert series, but this will be a first time appearance for tenor Alex Newkirk. And, we are welcoming Rising Star Nate Rago to our Music@Bethel concert stage.

Accompanying the artists will be Bethel’s own Jeffrey Panko, world-class, award-winning pianist, who is the church’s minister of music and has been the artistic director of the Music@Bethel Concert Series for the entirety of its 23 outstanding seasons.

“I’m thrilled to showcase the brilliant work of Cole Porter for our Music@Bethel audience. Porter’s poignant, often witty lyrics coupled with his beautiful, timeless melodies from musicals such as “Kiss Me Kate,” “Anything Goes,” and “Gay Divorcée” promise to enchant our concertgoers!” said Panko.

Bethel United Church of Christ is located at 315 East St. Charles Road in Elmhurst. Tickets are available on Eventbrite or at the door. All tickets are $20 and students are free. For more information call Bethel Church at 630-279-4040 or visit www.musicatbethel.com.

The church is accessible and parking is free. Enter through Sandburg Middle School from St. Charles Road, or from Huntington off Poplar Street.