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
Portland Ovations dedicates this performance to the life and memory of our dear friend Jane C. Wellehan. “One of America’s Cultural Treasures.” FORD FOUNDATION Ballet Hispánico, America’s foremost Latinx dance company performs a fusion of classical, Latin and contemporary dance, powered by theatricality, athleticism and passion. The performance features a mix of energetic and unexpected … Read more
“We are continually searching for activities, experiences, and lessons that broaden our student’s abilities to embrace diverse ideas. This production assisted our students and staff in gaining a better understanding of the gender and race discrimination experienced by Annie Easley. The determination, tenacity, perseverance and hard work she displayed throughout her life are the same … Read more
“‘Ugly Duckling’ is a wonderful piece of children’s theatre, slickly executed and lovingly performed. It will keep little ones enthralled from its energetic opening to its cheeky cliff-hanger conclusion.” ARTS YORK Meet the most unusual duckling the pond has ever seen! In their nest at the edge of a pond, the baby ducklings wait impatiently … Read more
“Antonio Rocha’s performance of Malaga was riveting! Antonio masterfully activates the imagination of the audience using history, mime, and spellbinding characters to tell this tale in a unique and fascinating way. He navigates us through a litany of emotions, and in conclusion we discover that we learn a great deal about history and ourselves.” HIGH … Read more
This performance has sold out, please check out the newly added 12PM performance for ticketing opportunities. 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 traditions. Musician Tania Morey (Tobique) … Read more
Enjoy this recorded conversation with Judith Casselberry (musician, vocalist & associate professor of Africana Studies at Bowdoin College) in conversation with Samuel James, as they dig into the sonic history and inspiration of James’ upcoming world premiere of Already Home Recordings Vol 2. This recording is available to watch on demand through May 26. In Conversation: … Read more
Join Suzanne Nance for a pre-performance lecture about the artistry of the composer to consider and reflect their contemporary world. Inspired by the New York Philharmonic String Quartet’s contemplative programming, Suzanne will highlight Joel Thompson’s “In Response to Madness” and touch on art and music of the past and present. This recorded pre-performance lecture is … Read more
This pre-performance lecture with violist, violinist and conductor Amadi Azikiwe looks at the composers featured in this program and their embrace of their multi-cultural inheritance, adding something personal and of historic importance to their music. This program highlights the works of composers who have embraced their multi-cultural inheritance and added something personal and of historic importance to their music. … Read more
Join Marcia Minter, Indigo Arts Alliance Executive Director and Jordia Benjamin, Indigo Arts Alliance Deputy Director in conversation with C. Brian Williams, Step Afrika! Founder & Executive Producer to learn about the history of the company, the form, and step’s role in Black culture before the 7PM performance of Step Afrika!. Step Afrika! is part of … Read more