Secret Byrd: An Immersive Concert

Concert Theatre Works, the internationally renowned company bringing new audiences to classical music by combining music with vibrant storytelling, presents the Chicago premiere of its popular touring production Secret Byrd. Secret Byrd invites audiences to step back in time to 16th century England and participate in a clandestine worship service where a group of Catholics gather in secret to maintain their religious practices despite the illegality of their faith. Showcasing William Byrd’s Mass for Five Voices sung by The Gesualdo Six – a British ensemble best known for its interpretation of Renaissance polyphony – and accompanied by local viol consorts ViolMedium and Second City Musick, the fully immersive, candlelit experience promises to engage all five senses. Audiences are invited to listen to the music, move through the space, interact with the historically-accurate props, and consume bread and wine during the communion portion of the mass. Secret Byrd will have four Chicago performances only, Sunday, July 20 and Monday, July 21 at 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM amidst the Salvage One architectural salvage store, 1840 W Hubbard St. Tickets start at $60 and are on sale now at concerttheatreworks.com.

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