Killarney Musical Society is in the midst of rehearsals for their forthcoming production of ‘Evita’, the world-renowned musical created by Andrew Llyod Webber and lyricist extraordinaire Tim Rice.

When these two creative souls get together you are always assured of something very special.

KMS is excited and honoured to be in the throes of production for their 39th show, due to be staged at the Gleneagle INEC Arena from March 11 to 13.’Evita’ concentrates on the life of Eva Peron, the second wife of Argentine president, Juan Peron.The story gives you an insight into her early life, using her beauty and charisma to rise to power, her charitable work and the incredible love the Argentine people had for her, and sadly her untimely demise at the age of 33 on July 26, 1952.‘Evita’ began as a rock opera in 1976 and premiered in the Prince Edward Theatre, London in June 1978.Countless worldwide productions, numerous cast albums and a string of professional tours have since followed.Now it’s the turn of Killarney Musical Society to stage this iconic musical.Musical numbers include such hits as ‘Buenos Aires’, ‘High Flying Adored’, ‘On this Night of a Thousand Stars’, ‘Oh what a Circus’, ‘Another Suitcase in Another Hall’, and of course that much loved anthem ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’.Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster.ie and the Gleneagle INEC Arena Box Office only.

Introducing David Quane as Che

David is a newcomer to Killarney Musical Society but no stranger to Killarney as his roots originate in Fossa, and just over the bridge in beautiful Killorglin.

Making his return to the stage of the INEC, having last graced that very same stage at a tender young age performing with The Tara Little Stage School, Dave is enjoying the experience of working with KMS.

Having recently moved back to Killarney to work remotely, David spent the past few years in London where he played Richard in the London premiere of ‘My Land’s Shore’, and Mark Cohen in ‘Rent’ at the Bloomsbury Theatre.

Before his time in London, Dave was an active member of the Trinity Musical Theatre group, performing Perón in Evita and Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar.

Joining KMS was the perfect step for David as it has integrated him back into the Kerry way of life and his love of Musical theatre in equal measure.

Being part of any musical society is a great way of meeting people with similar interests and hobbies, and as much as we all know, there is a lot of time and commitment given to rehearsals, there is always time to socialize and get to know your fellow members too.

“Get Involved, take that first step, audition, join a Musical Society or Theatre Group, once you’ve taken that first step the hardest part is done! It’s all a Song and Dance from there,” he said.

David plays the part of Che, the ever-present narrator guiding the audience through the events of Eva Peron’s life.

“The role is a charismatic, passionate and yet hopeful narrative of her life providing insight, a perspective from the working lower class of the time, criticism at times, but also giving us the insight of the people and the love and reverence they had for Evita, their First Lady,” said PRO Orna Cleary O’Shea.

“The role of Che is extremely challenging vocally, being involved in almost every scene throughout the show, with the vocal range of an impressive rock tenor being required to play this part. David has excelled in this role and has us in awe at every rehearsal, audiences are in for a treat."