BARRAGE BRINGS HIGH ENERGY SHOW TO HERRICKS!

Barrage – A high-octane string group that features an international, multi-talented cast performing an eclectic mix of music, song and dance brings its show to HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL on Wednesday, April 30, 2008.  The performance will take place at 7:00 pm at the Herricks High School Auditorium, located at 100 Shelter Rock Road, New Hyde Park, NY. This performance is part of the Barrage Educational Outreach Program and provides a rare opportunity for string students and the general public to see and interact with Barrage in a unique and intimate environment. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for students/seniors.

“Barrage is too Wow for Words!” – Denver Post

2006 marked the end of Barrage’s first decade in which Barrage entertained millions of people around the globe.  Their second decade began with a series of new tours around the world. In 2007 Barrage will complete over 200 performances in the USA, Europe, Asia and Canada. Fans will enjoy Barrage at International Festivals, Theatrical Presentations, Concert Performances, Educational Events, Special Events and TV appearances.

Barrage performances offer up a diverse fusion of cultures, musical styles and incredible performance vitality.  The music of Barrage continues to evolve - combining contemporary world music influences, layered vocal arrangements and pulsating modern beats and rhythms. The cast delivers the show with amazing energy and musical virtuosity that will take your breath away.

“After an evening of performing jigs on rocket fuel, its no wonder that more than a few horsehairs snapped on their bows” – LA Daily News

Since its creation in Calgary, Canada in 1996, Barrage has been featured many times at events worldwide having played for many Presidents, Prime Ministers and Princes. Barrage has also had their television productions aired on several international TV networks including the PBS network in the USA, the BBC in the UK and CBC in Canada and has performed live shows in New Zealand, Singapore, Guatemala, Taiwan, China, Canada, Finland, Sweden, Ireland, Denmark, Poland, Germany, Norway, Monaco, the USA and the UK.

Please visit: www.barrage.org

Media Contact/Tickets:  John McNeur: 516 248-3171/jmcneur@herricks.org