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December 7, 2024
T H E T W E N T Y F O U R T H A N N U A L
Mary and Christmas
C E L E B R A T I O N
INTRODUCING MAESTRA
CARLING FITZSIMMONS
Come home for the holidays with the Shrine’s annual Mary & Christmas concert. Returning for a second year to the opulent late-19th century McLaughlin Theater at St. Ignatius High, the incomparable Shrine Chorale and Orchestra will perform this year under the baton of Maestra Carling Fitzsimmons, taking over the festivities from her mentor, Paul French.
With musical favorites both old and new, this year’s concert celebrates the joy of the season, with music ranging from Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons to Mack Wilberg’s majestic arrangement of “O Holy Night,” featuring a soaring solo by lyric soprano Mia Rago. Completing the musical festivities will be the warm baritone of Anthony Rago, the virtuosic versatility of Josie Falbo, and the welcoming voice of our own Father Richard Fragomeni. Gather near once more for an evening of exquisite holiday music that will make all spirits bright!
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED BY CO-CHAIRS
Lydia and David Allen
Patricia and Joseph Perillo
Marietta and Louis Pullano
Louis H. Rage
TO ATTEND
Mary and Christmas 2024
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Due to Capital Campaign Construction at the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, This year’s Mary & Christmas will take place at St. Ignatius College Prep
We are grateful to St. Ignatius College Prep for allowing us to use their beautiful facilities.
Pre-Concert Buffet prepared by Piccolo Sogno 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Limited Seating Available for Buffet Concert: 7:45 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Champagne and Pastry Reception
Complimentary Valet Parking Drop off at 1076 W. Roosevelt Road
Contact: Marcia Piemonte at (312) 421-3757 or
mlp@ourladyofpompeii.org for further information
This is a Limited Seating Event.
Reservations are appreciated by Monday, December 2 in order to be included in the Program Book.
Reserved ticket sales are final and are not refundable.