Gotham Chamber Opera Names New Executive Director
by Tyler Peterson
- May 15, 2015
Gotham Chamber Opera announces Edward Barnes as the company's new Executive Director, effective June 1, 2015. Mr. Barnes will succeed Gotham's previous executive director, David Bennett, who will become general director of the San Diego Opera. In addition, David Rubeo has been promoted to Associate Director.
Collegiate Chorale's Spring 2015 Benefit Raises More Than $300,000
by Tyler Peterson
- May 15, 2015
The Collegiate Chorale raised more than $300,000 at its annual Spring Benefit featuring the U.S. premiere of Kurt Weill and Franz Werfel's The Road of Promise at Carnegie Hall on May 7, 2015. Proceeds will go toward The Chorale's artistic and education initiatives.
The LA Opera Presents the West Coast Premiere of DOG DAYS, 6/11-15
by BWW News Desk
- May 15, 2015
LA Opera concludes its 2014/15 season with the west coast premiere of Dog Days, a shocking work by composer David T. Little and librettist Royce Vavrek that incorporates elements of opera, musical theater and rock. Based on a powerful short story by Judy Budnitz, Dog Days is set in the aftermath of an unimaginable catastrophe as a family struggles to survive. The teenage daughter clings to hope, unwilling to accept their dire situation, until a disturbing stranger shows up at the doorstep.
Percussionist Martin Grubinger Joins CSO Season Finale Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- May 15, 2015
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) concludes its 2014-15 season with this weekend's concerts at historic Music Hall. Music Director Louis Langrée will lead the orchestra in an exotic program that features Austrian multi-percussionist Martin Grubinger in his CSO debut.
LA Opera to Present West Coast Premiere of DOG DAYS, 6/11-15
by Tyler Peterson
- May 14, 2015
LA Opera concludes its 2014/15 season with the west coast premiere of Dog Days, a shocking work by composer David T. Little and librettist Royce Vavrek that incorporates elements of opera, musical theater and rock. Based on a powerful short story by Judy Budnitz, Dog Days is set in the aftermath of an unimaginable catastrophe as a family struggles to survive. The teenage daughter clings to hope, unwilling to accept their dire situation, until a disturbing stranger shows up at the doorstep.
The Jewish Museum Kicks Off 'REVOLUTION OF THE EYE' Summer Programs
by BWW News Desk
- May 14, 2015
In conjunction with the Jewish Museum's exhibition, Revolution of the Eye: Modern Art and the Birth of American Television, on view through September 20, 2015, the Jewish Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and Cooper Union are co-presenting a series of programs from May to July.
Percussionist Martin Grubinger Joins CSO Season Finale; Get $10 Tickets!
by BWW News Desk
- May 11, 2015
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) concludes its 2014-15 season with its Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16 concerts at historic Music Hall. Music Director Louis Langrée will lead the orchestra in an exotic program that features Austrian multi-percussionist Martin Grubinger in his CSO debut.
Monte/Buglisi/Muller LIVE! Set for New York Live Arts, 6/16-20
by Tyler Peterson
- May 11, 2015
Elisa Monte, Jacqulyn Buglisi and Jennifer Muller, three acclaimed contemporary dance choreographers whose careers span between two to four decades, will again join forces to present Monte/Buglisi/Muller LIVE! at New York Live Arts, June 16 through June 20.
Joyce Theater Foundation to Present Pontus Lidberg Dance Company Performance, 6/6
by Matt Smith
- May 8, 2015
The Joyce Theater Foundation, Inc. is proud to present two companies each having its first full engagements at The Joyce this June: Brian Brooks Moving Company, from June 2 – 4, with a mixed program that includes a world premiere; and Pontus Lidberg Dance, June 6 – 7, with the New York premieres of Snow and Written on Water. Tickets for both companies range in price from $10 to $30 and can be purchased through JoyceCharge at www.Joyce.org, or by calling 212-242-0800. Please note: ticket prices are subject to change. The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue at 19th Street.
LA Master Chorale's Artistic Director, President & CEO Receive Top Arts Awards
by Tyler Peterson
- May 7, 2015
The Chorale was previously honored with the organization's ASCAP/Chorus America Award for Adventurous Programming three times in 1995, 2003 and 2010, the Education and Community Engagement Award twice in 2000 and 2008, and also earned Chorus America's prestigious Margaret Hillis Award for Choral Excellence in 2012.
The Jewish Museum Sets 'REVOLUTION OF THE EYE' Summer Programs
by BWW News Desk
- May 6, 2015
In conjunction with the Jewish Museum's exhibition, Revolution of the Eye: Modern Art and the Birth of American Television, on view from May 1 through September 20, 2015, the Jewish Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and Cooper Union are co-presenting a series of programs from May to July.
Ron Rifkin Joins The Collegiate Chorale's THE ROAD OF PROMISE Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- May 6, 2015
The Collegiate Chorale announces that Ron Rifkin will join the cast of the US Premiere of Kurt Weill's The Road of Promise tonight, May 6, 2015 at 8pm and May 7, 2015 at 7pm at Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, 881 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10019.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art Announces New Season
by Christina Mancuso
- May 1, 2015
Over the past three seasons, The Metropolitan Museum of Art has seen some of the most intriguing and unexpected performance offerings around— often inviting audiences to engage with their surroundings as well as the performances. Leading with curiosity and innovation, the 2015-2016 season of Met Museum Presents continues this line of inquiry featuring a roster of powerful performances, new commissions, and fearless artists, all taking the Metropolitan Museum as a starting point.
New York Phil to Present CONTACT! as Part of 'Focus on Japan'
by Anna Bencivengo
- Apr 28, 2015
The sixth season of CONTACT!, the New York Philharmonic's new-music series, concludes with "Focus on Japan," Friday, June 5, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, led by Jeffrey Milarsky in his Philharmonic debut. The program co-presented with Met Museum Presents, the live arts series at the Metropolitan Museum, will feature modern and contemporary works by Japanese composers and a work influenced by Japan: Takemitsu's Archipelago S for 21 players; Messiaen's Japan-inspired Sept Haikai, with Stephen Gosling as piano soloist; the U.S. Premiere of Misato Mochizuki's Si bleu, si calme; and the World Premiere-New York Philharmonic Commission of Dai Fujikura's Infinite String.
Works by Whitacre & Part to Close LA Master Chorale Season, 5/16-17
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 23, 2015
The Los Angeles Master Chorale wraps its 51st season with a compelling program showcasing the boundless harmonic imaginations of American composer Eric Whitacre, a noted pioneer who has embraced the artistic potential of social media, and the music of Estonian "mystic minimalist" Arvo Part, celebrated for his beautifully sensuous and reflective chant-like compositions, on Saturday, May 16, 2 pm, and Sunday, May 17, 2015, at 7 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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