Photo Flash: HANDEL'S MESSIAH ROCKS

On Wednesday, June 3 at 9:30 PM CST a special presentation of HANDEL'S MESSIAH ROCKS will air on Chicago's WTTW Channel 11. Chicago viewers will have the first viewing of the PBS Special prior to the National Tour and CD/DVD Release on Sony Classical and Integrity Music in Fall 2009.

HANDEL'S MESSIAH ROCKS is a groundbreaking musical event that blends classical music with classic rock in a fresh new interpretation of George Fredrick Handel's celebrated oratorio. The revolutionary musical event features stunning visual effects, thrilling songs, an orchestra, rock band, adult and children's choirs and some of the most powerful voices in stage and screen. All of these elements combine to create a new genre of music that effortlessly embraces all generations and reinvigorates one of the most beloved musical compositions of all time.

The November 20 and 21 performances are at 8 p.m. at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University (50 E. Congress Pkwy.). The individual tickets on-sale date will be announced at a later date. Tickets are currently available to both Broadway In Chicago Season Subscribers and to groups of 20 or more by calling (312) 977-1710.

For information, visit or www.BroadwayInChicago.com www.HandelsMessiahRocks.com

Photo credit: Phil Martin