Arms of the Orpheus Musical Theatre Society
Arms of the Orpheus Musical Theatre Society
Blazon
Azure a lyre Or;
Symbolism
Blue and gold are the colours of the Society, and the lyre, long used as an emblem by the Society, is associated with Orpheus, the great singer from Greek mythology.
Crest of the Orpheus Musical Theatre Society
Blazon
A mask of tragedy and a mask of comedy Or their ribbons Azure;
Symbolism
The curtain mantling emphasizes the theatrical mandate of the Society, and the masks are traditional symbols of the two elements of drama, comedy and tragedy.
Motto of the Orpheus Musical Theatre Society
Blazon
MUSIC ENRICHES;
Symbolism
Not applicable
Supporters of the Orpheus Musical Theatre Society
Blazon
Two song-birds Or standing on a stage set with footlights proper;
Symbolism
The songbirds and the stage combine the musical and dramatic elements of the Society’s productions.
