Discover the Magic of The Xavier Company
The Xavier Company is proud to present a musical drama for the Christmas Season: An Advent Carol written by J.S. Pecorella. This play takes audiences on a journey from the Annunciation to the Flight into Egypt. The characters of Mary, Joseph, Anna, Joachim and Elizabeth are masterfully crafted as genuine people who struggle with hopes and dreams, fears and doubts. The dialogue, written by J.S. Pecorella is both compelling and witty while the uplifting music of Gerard DeMan, Anne Holland and Laurence Rosania fills the performance with joyful energy. An Advent Carol offers a message of hope and freedom to the alienated and oppressed and stretches far beyond the traditional Christmas pageant. An Advent Carol is directed by Carol Ferrone and Gerard DeMan is the musical director.
“We are a group of culturally diverse, ecumenical performers who are using the arts to promote spiritual values and social justice,” said Carol Ferrone, founder of The Xavier Company. “We want An Advent Carol to bring a message of hope and healing to our audiences.” The Xavier Company is in residence in the Jesuit Church of St. Francis Xavier in Manhattan and has performed extensively throughout New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Texas. The members of the Xavier Company are all professional performing artists who donate their talents for the production of creative works that have spiritual and social significance.
Mark your calendars for An Advent Carol, a joyful and profound celebration of the Christmas season!