J.S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion at University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)

7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28

J.S. BACH’S ST. MATTHEW PASSION
CCM Philharmonia, CCM Chamber Choir, CCM Chorale and Cincinnati Youth Choir Bel Canto
Joe Miller, music director and conductor
James Alexander, stage director
Mark Gibson, Brett Scott, Robyn Lana, ensemble music directors
Featuring faculty artist Daniel Weeks, tenor

J.S. Bach’s monumental St. Matthew Passion is presented in a staged performance, illuminating the dramatic intensity of this Baroque masterwork, which retells the compelling story of the events leading up to the trial of Jesus, his crucifixion and burial. Featuring stage direction by guest artist James Alexander, lighting design by faculty artist Sharon Huizinga and stage design by faculty artist Stirling Shelton.

Estimated run time: 2 hours and 45 minutes with 15-minute intermission
Location: Corbett Auditorium
Tickets: $19.50 adult, $15 student, $15 UC faculty/staff, $10 UC student, $5 CCM student; group discounts available.