Areté concludes its 13th season with “A Tribute to Stephen Sondheim.” Sondheim, who died in November, was the most influential composer-lyricist of the late 20th century and the driving force behind some of Broadway’s most beloved and celebrated shows. He was praised for reinventing the American musical by tackling unexpected themes ranging far beyond the genre's traditional subjects, using complex and sophisticated music and lyrics.

The program will celebrate the life of this iconic American musician by featuring songs from many of his most beloved musicals including “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” “Company,” “Follies,” “A Little Night Music,” “Sweeney Todd,” “Merrily We Roll Along,” “Sunday in the Park with George” and “Into the Woods.” Wyant Morton will conduct.

Audience members must show proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19. For information and to purchase tickets, visit aretevocalensemble.org. Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies: At this time, the following policies are in place for visitors to Cal Lutheran: Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, must wear face masks in indoor public or common spaces on campus. Everyone coming on campus must fill out the Visitor Health Check Form prior to arriving. People who are not feeling well — particularly those who have a fever, cough, sore throat or any other cold or flu symptoms — are asked to stay home. The Visitor Health Check Form is available online at callutheran.edu/visitors. These policies may change. Please check callutheran.edu/visitors for the latest policies before visiting campus.

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