So California Lyric Theater Reschedules Sierra Madre Concert
Taking a remarkable stance against the show business proclamation that the show must go on, nevertheless, heavy smoke-laden air in Sierra Madre has caused the cancellation of the Southern California Lyric Theater’s presentation at Memorial Park in Sierra Madre. The theater group has announced the rescheduling of its “Fairytales and Fantasy 5″ at Memorial Park in Sierra Madre. Originally planned for Sunday, Aug. 30, Alison Kalmus, Producing Artistic Director of the Southern California Lyric Theater announced today that due to smoke from the Station fire, their musical collage will be delayed until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20 on the stage at the park.
The decision to cancel did not come easy for Kalmus. “Prior to Sunday, in 20 years of productions and performances, SCLT has never had to take the extreme action of canceling a scheduled performance,” Kalmus said.
“The health and well-being of the cast and audience being our primary concern, we felt we had no other recourse than to cancel this event.”
Kalmus is responding to warnings placed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District of the unhealthful air quality expected to remain well into the month of September. Kalmus also said that the worried concerns expressed by various media outlets about the effects of the smoke caused her to take the action.
The City of Sierra Madre’s Summer Concerts in the Park typically conclude the music presentations for the season with the SCLT’s fast-paced musical revue. The SCLT is known for its lively productions and talent and has received accolades from its numerous fans. Kalmus is the inspiration behind the SCLT. She is founder and Artistic Director of the non-profit corporation that provides professional training and mentoring to the talented young.
Kalmus promises that this year’s show, even if delayed, will be excellent.
“We do have a wonderful family program with professional performers” but, she says, the rescheduling will not affect the quality of the program.
“We appreciate your continued support and we look forward to seeing you on the 20th,” Kalmus concluded.
The Southern California Lyric Theater will present the final concert in the City of Sierra Madre’s Summer Concerts in the Park at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20 in Memorial Park, Sierra Madre.
