Real Von Trapp Children Perform For Holiday Crowds At Paramount Theatre

The Sound of Music captured the hearts of millions when the film debuted in 1965. Now, 40 years later, the von Trapp's family legacy is born anew. Meet Sofia, Melanie, Amanda, and Justin von Trapp, the great-grandchildren of Captain von Trapp, father of the famous singing family whose story captivated the world in the musical The Sound of Music. The von Trapp Children, who will be performing a variety of holiday songs in addition to timeless pieces from The Sound of Music, are sponsored by Hotel Arista.

On Sunday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m., the von Trapp Children will perform at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora. Tickets are $32.50-$38.50. For tickets and information, go to ParamountAurora.com, call the Paramount box office, (630) 896-6666, or visit the box office Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and two hours prior to evening performances.

About The von Trapp Children

The Sound of Music captured the hearts of millions when the film debuted in 1965. Now, 40 years later, the von Trapp's family legacy is born anew. Meet the von Trapp Children: Sofia (22), Melanie (20), Amanda (19), and Justin (16). They are the great-grandchildren of Captain von Trapp, father of the famous singing family whose story captivated the world in the musical The Sound of Music. The children have continued the tradition of the family's exceptional musical gift and love of singing, sharing songs and heart-warming family stories of life before and after coming to America.

Musicians and audiences of all ages recognize the children's beautiful harmonic blend and pristine tone. As a result, they are in demand as symphony and pops orchestra guest artists. The von Trapp Children have performed with such major orchestras as Boston Pops, Atlanta, Baltimore, Toronto, Cincinnati, Dallas, Indianapolis, Detroit, Phoenix, Houston, Pacific and Milwaukee Symphonies and the Minnesota Orchestra, as well as the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa and Peter Nero and the Philly Pops.

The von Trapp Children have recorded five albums: The von Trapp Children, Vol. 1, released nationally in January, 2003; The von Trapp Children, Vol. 2, released in September, 2004; and Christmas with The von Trapp Children. The von Trapp Children a cappella album was released in 2007; a live DVD was released in 2008; and Snow, an album of all-new seasonal music by Hollywood songwriters Jay Chattaway and Wayne Lammers, has been scheduled for re-release for the 2011 holiday season. For more information, visit www.vontrappchildren.com.

About The Paramount Theatre

In addition to the von Trapp Children, Aurora's historic Paramount Theatre also will present a long list of family-friendly entertainment, comedians and incredible tribute bands along with amazing Broadway musicals during its 80th anniversary season in 2011-2012.

The Paramount Theatre is the center for performing arts, entertainment and arts education in Aurora, the second largest city in Illinois. Named "One of Chicago's Top 10 Attended Theatres" by the League of Chicago Theatres, the 1,888-seat Paramount Theatre, located in the heart of downtown Aurora at 23 E. Galena Boulevard, attracts an annual audience of more than 150,000, and is nationally renowned for the quality and caliber of its presentations, superb acoustics and historic beauty.

The Paramount Theatre continues to expand its artistic and institutional boundaries under the guidance of Executive Director Tim Rater, Artistic Director Jim Corti, a dedicated Board of Trustees and a devoted staff of live theater professionals.

The 2011-12 Paramount Theatre season is sponsored by the Paramount Arts Centre Endowment, American Airlines and The Beacon News/Sun Publications. This season is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.

For more information, visit the Paramount Theatre online at ParamountAurora.com.

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