“Valdés’ every dancing intro, incisive fill and storming chordal eruption on piano is always irresistible.” THE GUARDIAN Pianist, composer, arranger Chucho Valdés belongs to that singular and often untouchable elite of Cuba’s prolific geniuses – all at once monstrously talented and endlessly creative, with a fondness for reinvention in each subsequent work. Over a career … 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 Featuring principals Fiona Cross on clarinet, John Roberts on oboe, Julie Price on bassoon, Stephen Stirling on horn, and Caroline Palmer on piano, the … Read more
“Samuel James plays rough-hewn acoustic blues, sings with a raspy tenor a la Tom Waits, and approaches his instrument with the fierce attitude of a rocker.” CONTEMPORARY ACOUSTIC ROOTS & COUNTRY BLUES In their debut duo performance, musicians Samuel James and Michael Kebede bring forward their individual virtuosity, sounds, and cultures to create a new … Read more
“Stories are more than words. They are tools to build community, teach values, and pass on knowledge to future generations.” CHRIS NEWELL (PASSAMAQUODDY) 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 six Wabanaki artists coming from several … Read more
“An example of music’s ability to speak to the awe-inspiring power of landscape and humanity living together in harmony.” CLASSICS FM with Andri Snaer Magnason and special guests Ida Mae Specker, Lauren Stevens, and Roger Paul Yo-Yo Ma and friends present an evening of songs and stories to ask how the waters of the North … Read more
“Sheer out-of-your-seat excitement!” DEADLINE An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of Turner’s most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One … Read more
“The group mixes everything from punk-pop to traditional Ukrainian songs in cool yet beguiling textures, often with the close harmonies usually associated with Balkan music. But it’s really the live shows that take DakhaBrakha beyond mere curiosity to utter brilliance.” NPR Direct from Kyiv, DakhaBrakha returns to Ovations with its self-described “ethno chaos” of folk-pop … Read more
“sheer physical energy and beauty…” NEW YORK TIMES Pulsing rhythms from ancient tribal instruments build the excitement as the dynamic artists of Les Ballets Africains burst onto the stage in an explosion of dance and song. Les Ballets Africains is recognized in its role of cultural ambassador, carrying with them the moves and music of … Read more
“Miss Mé, is Levar Burton, Jane Fonda, and Fred Rogers all rolled into one joyful human… so this show is as much for kids as it is for kids at heart” Get ready to go back in time on a prehistoric adventure! Dig Up! A Dinosaur Expedition is an immersive, interactive theatrical experience designed for … Read more
“Filled with wonder, humor and oodles of warmth, you are sure to be charmed by this real gem of a show.” EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FOR KIDS ALL TICKETS NOW $15! Created by Manual CinemaBased on the books by Mo Willems Leonardo is a terrible monster. He tries so hard to be scary, but he just… isn’t. … Read more