Our Local Performing Community

THE CARNEGIE SINGERS

FOUNDED IN 1974

Rehearsals are on Wednesdays 7.30 – 9.30pm, at The Carnegie Studio 1

The Carnegie Singers is a community choir of mixed voices from Workington and surrounding areas in West Cumbria. Founded in September 1974 by Gerald Gillett and named after the Carnegie Arts Centre, they have been a fixture of the theatre for over 50 years. The group are currently led by resident Musical Director Stephen Hunter, who is also a teacher and instrumentalist.

The Carnegie Singers perform several concerts throughout the year in Workington and the local areas, and you can also hear them singing at numerous community events including Workington’s annual Christmas light switch on. Members also enjoy several social events during the season.

The self-styled ‘friendly choir’ prides itself on a warm welcome to all members, no matter their age, musical ability, or experience. They are known for having a varied repertoire, which includes both modern and classical pieces. Singing everything from opera and musical theatre to rock medleys, folk and sea shanties, they promise something for everyone!

For further information about rehearsals, membership, concerts and social events contact the Carnegie Singers directly, or visit their website below.

Our Alumni

For over 50 years, The Carnegie has provided a home to many incredible local theatre, music, dance and performing groups and festivals. Some of the companies we’ve welcomed to our stage, studios and to Monroes Bar include:

Coastliners Line Dancing Club, North Star Co-Design, Stagecoach Performing Arts and Uma Kadampa Meditation Centre

If your group is missing from this list, please contact us to get added!