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University of Calgary Operetta - Children of Eden

University of Calgary Operetta Company Presents: Children of Eden - WHEN: January 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 at 7:00pm January 6 at 3:00pm January 12 at 1:00pm WHERE: University of Calgary Theatre 200 University Court T2N 4V8 TICKETS: $20 each ($15 students/seniors) Special rate available for 10 or more, contact tickets@ucalgaryoperetta.ca Tickets are available by calling 403-263-0079 or at the door (cash only) WEBSITES: EVENT: http://ucalgary.ca/operetta/eden TICKETS: http://ucalgary.ca/operetta/tickets The UCalgary Operetta Co. is proud to present CHILDREN OF EDEN, from Tony Award winner Stephen Schwartz, best known as the composer of the smash, Broadway hit WICKED. CHILDREN OF EDEN examines the wonders and challenges of family relationships through the telling of two stories: “The Garden of Eden” and “Noah and the Ark.” Through great dialogue, a stirring storyline and brilliant music, the show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message: that ""the hardest part of love... is letting go."" You may know the stories already, come experience them like never before. Performances: Sat, Jan 5, 2013 at 7:00pm Sun, Jan 6, 2013 at 3:00pm Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 7:00pm Thu, Jan 10, 2013 at 7:00pm Fri, Jan 11, 2013 at 7:00pm (no group rate) Sat, Jan 12, 2013 at 1:00pm Sat, Jan 12, 2013 at 7:00pm (no group rate) This production is appropriate for all ages and will make a great activity on a brisk winter’s day. For more information, visit our website: http://www.ucalgaryoperetta.ca Children of Eden, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (composer of the Broadway musical - WICKED), is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children. Adam, Eve, Noah and the ""Father"" who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. Through great dialogue, a stirring storyline and brilliant music, the show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message: that ""the hardest part of love... is letting go.200 University Court