Over the past 150 years, there have been many significant presentations of Verdi's Requiem, but none was more powerful than the 16 performances put on by prisoners at the Terezin concentration camp during World War II. These courageous men and women faced starvation, abuse, and imminent death, yet they defied the Nazis by performing this towering masterpiece.
Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts ("The Wallis") presents pianist Igor Levit for one performance only, April 21, 2015 at 8:00 pm in the Bram Goldsmith Theater.
New York City Ballet principal dancer Tiler Peck will step into the role of 'Ivy Smith' in the new Broadway revival of On The Town this March for six performances only, while her fellow New York City Ballet principal dancer, and sister-in law, Megan Fairchild is on vacation. Peck will play the role at the following performances: March 3rd at 7pm, March 4th at 2pm and 8pm, March 14th at 2pm and 8pm, and March 15th at 3pm.
The Chamber Music Society of Detroit will cap its 2014-2015 Oakland University series on Sunday, March 15 at 3 PM with Quintet Attacca, a Chicago-based wind quintet, joined by pianist Panayis Lyras.
Tonight, February 21, Music Director LARRY RACHLEFF and the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra welcome pianist JOYCE YANG to the stage. The concert program features Stravinsky's Jeu de cartes, Sibelius' Fifth Symphony, and Mozart's Elvira Madigan Concerto, featuring Ms. Yang as soloist. The Carter Family Charitable Trust is Concert Sponsor and Guest Artist Sponsor for Joyce Yang. Tickets (starting at $15) are available at tickets.riphil.org, and the RIPHIL box office at 401.248.7000.
Tony Award-winning PIPPIN is an acrobatic, twisty, flying, leaping, twirling revival that wowed the Orpheum Theatre crowd in Minneapolis and provides thoughtful insight into the thing called life.
The new Broadway revival of On The Town will welcome 'SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE' winner and 'America's Favorite Dancer' Ricky Ubeda to the cast beginning February 27, 2015 for a limited engagement through April 26, 2015.
C4: The Choral Composer/Conductor Collective will present 4 C4: Music Written for C4, the second concerts of its' By the Numbers' 2014-15 New York season on Thursday, March 5 at 8 PM at Church of the Transfiguration, 1 East 29th Street (between 5th and Madison Avenues) in Manhattan and Saturday, March 7 at 7:30 PM at Leonard Nimoy Thalia, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway, also in Manhattan.
The Jewish Museum presents the next event in its popular series of after-hours events, The Wind Up. Featuring art, live music, activities, and an open bar, The Wind Up will take place tonight, February 18, from 8pm to 11pm and celebrate Helena Rubinstein: Beauty Is Power, the first exhibition to explore the ideas, innovations, and influence of the legendary cosmetics entrepreneur Helena Rubinstein. The evening features a performance by Brooklyn-based garage pop band Beverly, who released their debut album Careers in 2014 to wide acclaim. Fronted by the female vocalist and guitarist Drew Citron, Beverly embodies the 'beauty is power' mantra espoused by Rubinstein as they combine dreamy vocal harmonies with a powerful barrage of guitars and post-punk sound. Rubinstein's iconic style will be celebrated through numerous art activities including: statement jewelry making, nail art inspired by Rubinstein's packaging and advertising, and a photo booth for capturing one-of-a-kind portraits.
Pianist Kirill Gerstein brings the practice room to the concert hall in a recital of works from solo collections by Bartok, Bach, and Liszt that were originally written to be pedagogical exercises but are now considered feats of pianistic virtuosity. The recital takes place on Monday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m. at Carnegie's Zankel Hall as part of its Keyboard Virtuosos series.
"I've got a 600-year-old elm tree in my garden. I made up a story: a girl lives in it and comes out of the darkness to meet a prince and becomes a queen." Alexander McQueen, 2008.
The kids' indie rock duo The Pop Ups will perform a concert for families at The Jewish Museum on Sunday, March 8 at 11:30am. Not content to stand still onstage playing their guitars, The Pop Ups perform using cardboard props, hand-painted sets, and a colorful cast of original puppets, crafting a world of magic that engages, educates and delights all ages. The concert will feature songs from Appetite for Construction, nominated for the 2015 Grammy for Best Children's Album.
Patti Lupone eyes two potential Broadway showcases!
Vered and the Babes will star in a hip concert for families at the Jewish Museum on Sunday, February 22 at 11:30am. The band, featuring Vered Ronen with Rob Jost and Matt Hilgenberg, will perform funny, poignant, and upbeat melodies, reminiscent of doo-wop, from their hit album Good Morning My Love, praised by the Parents' Choice Foundation as having “warmth enough to melt the polar ice cap.” Vered plays a variety of instruments, ranging from French horn and trumpet to pots and pans, and will have kids and parents alike jumping and singing along. The concert program includes songs geared to helping new parents bond with their babies as well as tunes for children up to age 7.
The hypnotic crescendo of Ravel's Bolero sets the heart racing like no other piece of music while offering an unsurpassed display of orchestral virtuosity. It's paired with Finnish composer Rautavaara's electrifying percussion concerto, Incantations, and Brahms' sweeping and melodic third symphony. The program will be conducted by CSO Music Director Designee Rossen Milanov and feature guest percussionist Colin Currie.
PIPPIN, the Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and Roger O. Hirson (book) magical show is now on stage at The Palace Theatre. It tells a modern version of the mythical tale of Pippin, the oldest son of King Charlemagne, and his search for purpose and identity.
Every once in awhile I am blown away by an innovative and excitingly creative theatrical production which surprises me both physically and emotionally. Such was the case when I experienced Eugene O'Neill's ANNA CHRISTIE at the Odyssey Theatre Ensemble. The incredible cast stars Zoe Perry alongside her real-life father, Scandal's Jeff Perry, and Grey's Anatomy's Kevin McKidd as the play's trio of iconic characters who create an explosive mix, each struggling for salvation.
January 29, 2015 – East Providence, RI ? On Saturday, February 21, Music Director LARRY RACHLEFF and the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra welcome pianist JOYCE YANG to the stage. The concert program features Stravinsky's Jeu de cartes, Sibelius' Fifth Symphony, and Mozart's Elvira Madigan Concerto, featuring Ms. Yang as soloist. The Carter Family Charitable Trust is Concert Sponsor and Guest Artist Sponsor for Joyce Yang. Tickets (starting at $15) are available at tickets.riphil.org, and the RIPHIL box office at 401.248.7000.
Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts welcomes the Lunar New Year - The Year Of The Sheep - with an immersive and festive welcome with Pre-Concert Cocktails, a Benefit Concert and Imperial Dinner and Chinese Feast. This black-tie extravaganza tonight, January 31 will take place in the Bram Goldsmith Theater, the Jim and Eleanor Randall Grand Hall and the Promenade Terrace. The Honorary Chair is Wallis Annenberg; the co-chairs are Linda May and John Bendheim.
New York, NY - Bang on a Can: Beauty Is Power, a concert featuring 'cello goddess' (The New Yorker) Maya Beiser, will take place at the Jewish Museum tonight, January 29 at 7:30pm. Tied to the Museum's exhibition, Helena Rubinstein: Beauty Is Power, the first exhibition about the legendary cosmetics entrepreneur and trendsetting art collector Helena Rubinstein, the performance will highlight powerful women composers. This program is the third concert of the Jewish Museum and Bang on a Can's partnership to produce a series of dynamic musical performances at the Museum from June 2014 to May 2015, inspired by the Jewish Museum's diverse slate of exhibitions.
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