Come be magically, musically transported back to 16th century England.

Tickets are $35 per person, which includes the viewing of an original student-penned drama, a concert of Renaissance madrigals, and orchestral music. Be amazed by our ornate, historic costumes, a flurry of acrobatics and swordplay, the sights and sounds of piously wandering monks, and a heavenly balcony choir. Try to tease our stoic yeomen and be cajoled by our flower and candy sellers. Have your fortune told by a soothsayer. All good fun, but . . . ah, the sumptuous feast! Tempt your palate with wild rice soup, a cheese plate and hearty bread, followed by a fresh salad. But, watch out for conniving beggars! You will toast the Queen's health with warm wassail and dine upon suckling pig, orange glazed chicken, roast beef, parsley potatoes, green beans almandine, stuffing, and fresh fruit. Finish the meal with a flaming dessert and coffee, all served by wenches and pages that will encourage you to eat to your heart's desiring!

You may want to enhance the experience by attending in costume. Be sure to bring along your singing voice as the Queen demands her audiences sing for their supper. The stocks or the sword’s sting might greet the disobedient.

Tickets may be purchased online at www.horlickchoirs.org or you may print off the order form and mail it with payment to The Bel Canto Club, c/o Joe Christensen, 826 Riva Ridge, Racine, WI 53402. Please notice that you may also pre-order pewter mugs and a 2009 compact disc recording. Parents of current senior performers are encouraged to attend the final evening. The Queen will honor you in a special knighting ceremony. Tickets sell quickly, so order fast.

The Sunday, December 13th matinee will begin at 4:30. You must arrive between 4:00 - 4:15 to be seated in the 2nd floor Parliament Room. An elevator is provided. Handicap parking is also available. On the other dates, please arrive between 6:00 - 6:15. Come early, you do not want to miss a moment!

Proceeds from the feast are reinvested in Madrigal costumes, instruments, music and decorations as well as funding for student scholarships. We want to thank the Racine community for helping us to keep this rich tradition alive!

Spectators may be seated one-half hour before the Royal Procession. (There will be no seating after the Parliament performance has begun.)