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The Home Hill Choral Society will bring the Wild West to The Vault next month, turning the venue into a lively country-western saloon following a string of sold-out performances. Photo supplied
The Home Hill Choral Society will bring the Wild West to The Vault next month, turning the venue into a lively country-western saloon following a string of sold-out performances.
‘The Big Sky Hoedown’ will transport audiences to the Wild West for an entertaining night of country classics, comedy and a storyline following a cast of unique country characters.
Choral Society member Erin Brennan said the country-western theme had been a long-standing request from the community, with the group finally answering the call.
“It has a bit of everything,” she said.
“We’ve set the date, and now we’re cracking the whip!”
For the first time in the Choral Society’s history, the show’s storyline has been co-written with the help of artificial intelligence, providing the group with a new creative angle as they prepare for their latest production.
With rehearsals now underway twice a week, and additional Sunday sessions planned as the show draws closer, the cast is preparing a performance packed with familiar songs audiences will know and love.
The setlist will feature country favourites alongside recognisable classics from artists including Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond, ensuring there will be plenty of opportunities for audiences to sing along.
Ms Brennan said the production would also continue the Choral Society’s tradition of involving the crowd, although she remained tight-lipped on exactly what role audience members would play.
While artificial intelligence played a role in developing the storyline, Ms Brennan said it was used as a creative tool rather than a replacement for the group’s own ideas.
“It’s a bit more of a script this time, whereas before I used to just find jokes and write them into a show. This one will still have the usual jokes, but it’s probably a bit more of a play,” she said.
“[AI] was good for giving a baseline. It’s a bit corny in places, but gives us a different angle to have a go at!”
The production will mark another chapter for the Home Hill Choral Society, which has built a reputation for entertaining local audiences through its blend of music, comedy and community spirit.
With tickets set to go on sale in early August, Ms Brennan had one final invitation for locals.
“I’ll see you all down at the hoedown!” she said.
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