“Willkomen!” It’s the G.P.P. Cabaret Night!

In order to raise funds for its December production of the dramatic play “Proof,” the Gwangju Performance Project (GPP) is holding a one-night-only cabaret on Saturday, November 22, at 7 p.m. The evening of entertainment will be held at Concert 57, a new venue located close to the Downtown Megabox.

The show will feature a selection of song and dance numbers from eight well-known musicals, including “Chicago,” “Wicked,” “Les Miserables” – and of course, “Cabaret.” Julian McNulty, a veteran GPP member whose roles have included Don in “The Universal Language” and Reverend Mike in “Why Torture Is Wrong and the People Who Love Them,” will serve as the master of ceremonies. For the 20,000 won admission fee, guests will receive a three-course dessert. Drinks will also be available.

Much like the forthcoming “Proof,” which will be the GPP’s first non-comedic production in some time, Cabaret Night represents a departure in tone for GPP events. Rather than promoting the informality that has characterized the group thus far, guests will be encouraged to dress nicely and leave the kids at home in order to enjoy a more mature, even slightly racy night out.

The show is being directed by Heather Aikens, founder and co-director of the Jeolla Do Re Mi’s choir. Caitlin O’Neill, the Jeolla Do Re Mi’s other director, is the event coordinator. Anna Volle, GPP president, is producing.

Tickets are limited in number, so potential attendees are urged to quickly decide if they would like to go – and if so, to reserve their tickets in advance by e-mailing the GPP at GPPTickets@gmail.com.