The theatrical event, which combines vocal sounds, a capella singing, comedy and the art of beat box, officially opened at the Westside Theatre July 12, 2011, following previews that began June 23, 2011. The production played its last performance there Jan. 8.

Created by Lior Kalfo and Shai Fishman, Voca People is produced by Doron Lida, Revital Kalfo, Leeorna Solomons and Eva Price.

The cast includes Nick Anastasia, Katie Bland, Emily Drennan, Tiago Grade, Chelsey Keding, Christopher David Lukos, Mark Martin, Christine Paterson, Gavriel Savit and Jacob Schneider, who make up the group of "snow-white ruby-lipped aliens." 

The Voca People, according to press notes, "believe music is the source of life that brings harmony, joy and refueling. A performance bursts with over 70 well known songs that create vocal 'fireworks' and leave audiences clapping along and snapping their fingers. Voca People is the musical theater event that bridges languages, cultures, and planets."

The musical has played sold-out tours through Europe, South America and the Middle East. The Off-Broadway production marked the first time Voca People have sung in America. The original cast recording of Voca People is available at the theatre.

Voca People features direction and choreography by Kalfo with musical direction and arrangements by Fishman. The creative team also includes lighting designer Roy Milo, sound designer Naor Ben Meir and costume designer Hana Yefet.

The performance schedule is Monday at 8 PM, Wednesday at 7 PM, Thursday at 7 PM, Friday at 8 PM, Saturday at 8 PM and Sunday at 5:30 PM. 

New World Stages is located at 340 W. 50th Street. For information and tickets, visit www.VocaPeopleNYC.com.