“A moving combination of story and music.” PORTLAND OVATIONS AUDIENCE MEMBER With an engaging blend of music, narration, and historical photographs, Twin Keys tells the remarkable musical love story of Pierre Luboshutz and Genia Nemenoff — narrator Thomas Wolf’s great uncle and aunt — and one of the greatest duo-piano teams of all time. Their journey spans from the shores … Read more
“A breathtaking display of traditional music at its finest.” IRISH BOSTON Revel in New England’s rich Celtic connections with this bespoke Saint Patrick’s Day celebration. From Boston’s legendary Irish community to the deep Scottish roots of Northern New England and Maritime Canada, this region holds a special place in Celtic culture. Portland, ME-based hosts Katie McNally (“the new face of … Read more
“… high-end musical ability, effortless rhythm, strong arrangements of excellent songs and a sense of joy.” PARTICIPATE South Africa’s internationally celebrated Ndlovu Youth Choir brings its signature joy, precision, and explosive energy to the stage in a genre-defying celebration of music without borders. Building on a long tradition of African choirs presented by Ovations, Ndlovu … Read more
“imaginative, quick in colour, corporeal, sexy…a masterclass in love-swept changeability.” GRAMOPHONE Based on their celebrated 2020 recording of the same name, violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte and lutenist Thomas Dunford illuminate the nuanced themes of yearning and loss that form the 17th-century English notion of melancholy. In this duo program, the inconsolable, titular Mad Lover … Read more
“The greatest living stage actor.” TIME Audra McDonald is unparalleled in the breadth and versatility of her artistry as both a singer and an actor. The winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards, and an Emmy, she has been named one of TIME magazine’s “100 most influential people” and received the National Medal of Arts from … Read more
“Beethoven has been my dream concerto since I was a girl… what I love about them so much is that one can’t really describe the nature of their beauty — the music is so human, how it affects you completely depends on your day, your month, your year, whatever you’re going through in life.” STELLA … Read more
“The Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band brought fierce musicianship and a fascinating repertoire.” SAN FRANCISCO CLASSICAL VOICE Swinging, grooving, captivating. Led by acclaimed vocalist Julia Keefe, the Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band brings together Native and Indigenous jazz musicians from across Indian Country celebrating the rich and often overlooked legacy of Indigenous artists in jazz. Featuring music by … Read more
“Everything about this show is special…a visual and auditory experience that’s interactive, striking and worth experiencing.” GUITAR WORLD One of the most acclaimed guitarists of today blends music and technology in the wild and wonderful world of Bugs! This new concert for young audiences features Kaki King’s signature guitar, projection mapping, and drum-triggered effects in a playful exploration of bugs, … Read more
“Their vast technical prowess and deep musical sensibilities were palpable from the first note to the last.” SAN FRANCISCO CLASSICAL VOICE Three-time Grammy-nominated cellist Seth Parker Woods, Grammy-winning classical vocalist Ariadne Greif and acclaimed pianist Conor Hanick join musical forces for a powerful and genre-spanning collaboration that brings together some of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music. The program weaves together music … Read more
“It’s really cool how [Firefly takes] the modern music and mixed in cultural music, it’s amazing.” LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY STUDENT, GRADE 5 Sacred Fires marks the electrifying return of multi-talented artist and dramatic performer Firefly the Hybrid (AKA Jason Brown) in a bold world-premiere performance commissioned by Ovations that expands on the stunning visuals and immersive soundscapes audiences experienced in Wabanaki Stories. A … Read more