MUSICAL CHRISTMAS 2017

Statements

Marjan Shaki, Christian Struppeck, Prof. Dr. Franz Patay & Lukas Perman

 “With ‘music moves’, the VBW supports young people’s musical development while also giving them insight into music and theatre to inspire them.  Our musical outreach programmes and the resulting collaboration with Superar are crucial for reaching new target groups. As in previous years, children and young people from the project will be performing in our grand Christmas concert alongside stars from our musicals. I am delighted that they have this opportunity to learn even more about the world of theatre.” VBW Managing Director Prof. Dr. Franz Patay

“Social involvement has always been very important to the VBW. This year, on the initiative of Marjan Shaki und Lukas Perman, we are once again staging a pre-Christmas fundraising gala with our performers, star guests and the VBW orchestra which focuses on building community. With ‘Musical Christmas’, we hope to continue our contribution to social cohesion. The money raised will go to support the musical development of young people who would not otherwise have the opportunity.” VBW Artistic Director of Musicals Christian Struppeck:

 

 “The catastrophe unfolding at Europe’s gates has become normalized. The effects on Europe have become a reality that we must face up to.  We have to face this challenge and transform it into new opportunities and possibilities. Coming together, learning to understand each other, building community… This is the direction we must take! Rejection, exclusion and ghettoization only lead to tensions and violence. Children are the key to a more harmonious future in a new, more diverse Europe.” Marjan Shaki und Lukas Perman