Bethany's Choraliers presents a lyric-theatre production each February. Beginning rehearsals in the fall semester, Choraliers typically has 40 to 60 participants.

2009 - "Mikado" by Gilbert & Sullivan

This Gilbert and Sullivan classic, directed by Ann Fredrickson with musical direction by Dennis Marzolf, is set in the fictitious city of Titipu, Japan. The story follows the misadventures of Nanki-Poo, son of the Mikado himself but disguised as a wandering minstrel, as he searches for his love, Yum-Yum. His quest is greatly complicated by Yum-Yum’s impending marriage to Ko-Ko who under bizarre circumstances has been elevated from cheap tailor to Lord High Executioner. The young lovers are further frustrated by the elderly Katisha, a member of the Mikado’s court determined to marry Nanki-Poo herself. At last, after many twists and turns, love triumphs and the city of Titipu rejoices.

Performance dates for 2009 will be:

• Friday, January 30, 7:30 p.m
• Saturday, January 31, 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, February 1, 2 p.m.
• Friday, February 6, 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, February 7, 7:30 p.m.

Advance reservations may be made through the Bethany Box Office (507-344-7374) beginning Monday, January 19. Box office hours are Monday through Friday from 1-5 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children, students (K-college) and seniors (55+).

2008 - "The Sorcerer"
by Gilbert and Sullivan, artistic direction by Ann Fredrickson, musical direction by Dennis Marzolf.

2007 - "Iolanthe"
by Gilbert and Sullivan, artistic direction by Ann Fredrickson, musical direction by Dennis Marzolf.

2006 - "Pirates of Penzance"
by Gilbert and Sullivan, artistic direction by Ann Fredrickson, musical direction by Dennis Marzolf.