Due to the overwhelmingly positive response to the School-Time Performance of Wabanaki Stories, a second performance has been added at Noon. The land and waters known as Maine have been home to Wabanaki People for over 12,000 years. This vibrant production of Wabanaki stories and music spotlights five Wabanaki artists coming from several different nations and … Read more
Melissa Reardon, violist of the Borromeo Quartet, artistic director of the Portland Chamber Music Festival, and artist-in-residence at Bard College, highlights the aesthetic and dynamic aspects of these 19th century works for strings and piano. https://youtu.be/C1-eNzCyXdY About the Speaker Grammy-nominated violist Melissa Reardon is an internationally renowned performer whose solo and chamber playing spans all musical genres.Melissa is … Read more
Composer and scholar Jan Swafford looks at the evening’s program through the lens of its period; with an eye to the art and ideas that surrounded some of Europe’s greatest musical minds. This recorded pre-performance lecture is available to view now through October 18. This recorded pre-performance lecture is available to view now through October … Read more
A Tuba To Cuba follows New Orleans’ famed Preservation Hall Jazz Band as they retrace their musical roots from the storied city of jazz to the shores of Cuba and in turn discover a connection that runs much deeper than could have been imagined. The leader of New Orleans’ famed Preservation Hall Jazz Band seeks … Read more
Join us as we kick off our 22-23 Raise the Barre series with an introduction to the art of Flamenco. In this workshop, students will explore foundational movements and rhythms of flamenco dance, as well as learn about the origins and conversational nature of this beautiful art form. No prior experience in flamenco or dance … Read more
Created by Toshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon Music and Lyrics byToshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon Co-Directed bySigne V. Harriday & Eric Ting “While Toshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon’s music and lyrics expertly reimagined Butler’s story, it is the actors’ passionate portrayals of the characters and superb musical talent that made the opera … Read more
“…impressive sophistication and complexity of phrasing, elegant articulation and an impeccable sense of balance… What sets the Academy apart from other ensembles is its exceptional musical intelligence.” SEEN AND HEARD INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM NOTES READ LISTEN ON YOUTUBE LISTEN ON SPOTIFY Lauded as one of the great classical ensembles of the day, Academy of St Martin … Read more
This morning’s School-Time Performance of The Peking Acrobats featuring The Shanghai Circus has been cancelled due to the snow. Please contact Ovations Offstage at offstage@portlandovations.org with any questions. In their graceful efforts these brightly costumed tumblers, acrobats, cyclists, jugglers and clever clowns provide 90 minutes of family fun that infuses springtime in New York with … Read more
In their graceful efforts these brightly costumed tumblers, acrobats, cyclists, jugglers and clever clowns provide 90 minutes of family fun that infuses [life] with an extra measure of joy.” THE NEW YORK TIMES The Peking Acrobats featuring The Shanghai Circus consists of sensational Chinese acrobatics, comedy, balancing feats and much more. A truly spectacular show … Read more
“Between the casual athleticism of these musicians –– breezing through intricate music, trading solos throughout the ensemble, tearing through soulful jazz vocals –– they extend a warm invitation of camaraderie to the audience, a shared reverence that connects artisan and fan.” CHARLESTON CITY PAPER Celebrate 60 years of New Orleans jazz with the revered Preservation … Read more