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RequestsIn the Age of Enlightenment, people thought they lived in "the best of all possible worlds" because of the power of human reason. Armed with that belief, our naive hero, Candide, ventures out into the big wide world expecting to find truth, beauty and wonder. He finds instead pestilence, plague and pox (to name but a few)! Some 40 fast-paced scenes whisk our hero around the globe -- and us along with him -- in a galloping, humorous and touching trip. Where does he end up? Right back where he started ... but with a slightly changed view of life. Yes, there's evil. Yes, there's good. And when it's all tallied up, it's not such a bad life after all. (It helps, of course, that he gets the girl in the end!) Sung in English with projections above the stage. Performances run through May 19. Visit link below for dates, times and to purchase tickets. At the Keller Auditorium, 222 SW Clay St, Portland, 97201.
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FRIENDS OF ALL CLASSICAL 89.9 FM
All Classical 89.9 FM gratefully acknowledges programming support by the following organizations for the 2011-2012 season:
Key Cultural Partner: Oregon Ballet Theater, Oregon Symphony Orchestra, Portland Center Stage, Portland Opera
Arts Partner: Artists Repertory Theater, Bach Cantata Choir, Cappella Romana, Chamber Music Northwest, Columbia Theatre in Longview, Friends of Chamber Music, Metropolitan Youth Symphony, Oregon Children's Theatre, Oregon Repertory Singers, Portland Baroque Orchestra, Portland Chamber Orchestra, Portland Columbia Symphony, Portland Piano International, Portland Playhouse, Portland Symphonic Choir, Portland Youth Phiharmonic, Salem Chamber Orchestra, Trinity Cathedral, University of Portland, Walters Cultural Arts Center, Hillsboro
Upcoming Events:
Portland Center Stage: Black Pearl Sings!
Playing through June 17
In 1935 Texas, Susannah, an academic and song collector for the Library of Congress, visits a high-security prison where she meets Pearl, an African-American woman imprisoned for murder who longs to leave prison and find her lost daughter. Hoping to record the treasure trove of spirituals and African folk songs that only Pearl knows—and make her reputation on the discoveries—Susannah bargains for Pearl’s parole and arranges for several public performances. The two women soon find themselves walking a delicate line between exposure and exploitation. Featuring beautiful a cappella renditions of little-known American folk songs, Black Pearl Sings! chronicles a powerful story about being a woman in a man’s world, being black in a white world, and fighting for one’s soul in a world where anyone can be a commodity. Performances run from April 24 through June 17. Visit link below for dates and times as well as to purchase tickets. In the Ellyn Bye Studio of the Gerding Theater at the Amory, 128 NW Eleventh Avenue, Portland, 97209.
Artists Repertory Theatre:
Next to Normal - Playing Through June 3
So what is it that defines “crazy” anyway?
Called a groundbreaking, powerhouse rock musical, Next to Normal, is a heart-swelling, searingly painful dissection of a mother’s mental illness and her suburban family trying to hold it all together. This multiple award-winning smash hit is a brave, powerfully emotional musical that takes on new territory with a mix of raw energy and grace. “Like all good musicals, it breaks your heart without crushing your hope" says reviewer Charles McNulty of the Los Angeles Times. Next to Normal was nominated for 11 and won three 2009 Tony Awards and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize. Susannah Mars plays the lead in this West Coast regional theater premiere. Shows run through June 3; visit the link below for play dates and times, as well as to reserve tickets. In the Artist Repertory Theatre on the Morrison Stage, 1515 SW Morrison, Portland 97205.
Bodyvox: The Cutting Room
Through May 19
This spring BodyVox embarks on a new approach to its unique brand of dance theater. Utilizing a mash up of cinematic scenes from classic films and cutting edge independent productions, action films will blend with comedy, drama and sci-fi to create an architecture for movement motifs that reinterpret the scenes, adding layers of dramatic context. Including a new film from Mitchell Rose, this original production will journey to an intersection of nostalgia, performance and innovation, where we find movies and memories at the heart of our shared experiences. Tickets start at $36 with discounds available for seniors, students and gropus of 8+. Performances run through May 19. Visit link below for dates and times as well as to purchase tickets. At BodyVox Dance Center, 1201 NW 17th Avenue, Portland, 97209.
Miracle Theater Group: Oedipus El Rey
Through May 26
PLAYWRIGHT Luis Alfaro a Chicano born and raised in downtown Los Angeles works in theatre, performance, poetry, short fiction, and journalism. His plays and performances have been seen throughout the Americas and Europe and include Electricidad; Oedipus el Rey; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner; Black Butterfly; No Holds Barrio; Bitter Homes & Gardens and Straight as a Line. DIRECTOR Elizabeth Huffman's most recent directing projects were King John for Northwest Classical Theatre Company, Oedipus the King and Trojan Women for Classic Greek Theatre of Oregon.
With Chicano swagger and sly sense of humor, Luis Alfaro transports Sophocles’ tragedy to the mean streets of East L.A. Here Oedipus does hard time for ripping off a Costco, Jocasta splashes on the Jean Naté while glued to “All My Children” and the oracle takes cash only. But the word on the street is not good and the passion Oedipus has for one woman will violate our most sacred law. This play contains strong language and adult situations. Performances run through May 16. Visit link below for date, time and ticket information as well as to purchase tickets. At Miracle Theater Group, 425 SE 6th Avenue, Portland, 97214.
Multnomah Arts Center:
From Pattern to Painting -
The Art of the Marbled Surface
Through May 30
From Pattern to Painting: The art of the Marbled Surface, a show of hand-marbled paintings on exhibit through May 30. Participating artists are Jean Blatner, Susan Cowen, Sandy Dutko, Airi Foote, Bonnie Tucker and Liz Walker. The work experiments with the artistic practice of ebru marbling which dates back to the Ottoman Empire. In addition to paintings, there ae other marbled objects such as lampshades, baskets, wooden boxes and gourds. Opening reception May 4, 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. In the Center Gallery of the Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, 97219.
Miracle Theatre Group: OEDIPUS EL REY
Through May 26
With Chicano swagger and sly sense of humor, Luis Alfaro transports Sophocles’ tragedy to the mean streets of East L.A. Here Oedipus does hard time for ripping off a Costco, Jocasta splashes on the Jean Naté while glued to “All My Children” and the oracle takes cash only. But the word on the street is not good and the passion Oedipus has for one woman will violate our most sacred law. Performances run through May 26. Visit link below for dates and times as well as to purchase tickets. At the Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, 97214.
Imago Theatre: Yukio Mishima’s The Black Lizard
Through June 2
Anne Sorce (recently in Zugzwang) performs the lead role of Black Lizard. Matt DiBiasio plays her nemesis detective Kogorô Akechi.The Black Lizard delves deeply into the psyche of the heroine, who embodies many of Mishima’s own pathologies, but at the same time the play is a campy, sexy, and hilarious romp through Japan in the 1960s. Characters take on multiple identities and don disguises with a frequency seen only in kabuki, and settings range from posh hotel suites, to Tokyo Tower, to a ship at sea. As in kabuki, leading characters are given long monologues to reveal their innermost feelings, and in Jerry Mouawad’s direction these are presented in “chamber” style with influences from Richard Forman. Imago’s The Black Lizard is a verbally sophisticated, physically energetic, and visually sumptuous play—attempting to bring a contemporary fusion of kabuki and melodrama to Portland audiences. The production contains nudity and is recommended for adults only. Tickets: $15 to $30 (pay what you can). Performances run through June 2. Visit link below for dates and times as well as to purchase tickets or call 503.224.8499. At Imago Theatre, 17 SE 8th Ave., Portland, 97214.
Portland Taiko: 7th Annual Benefit Banquet
Through innovation and excellence in taiko, we affirm Asian American pride, inspire audiences, build community and educate about our culture and heritage. Join Us. You’ll enjoy a private Portland Taiko performance, the fan favorite- Mystery Origami, Silent Auction and a delicious traditional Chinese banquet. We’re celebrating years of service from Executive Director Michael Griggs as he retires, and welcoming New Managing Director Robin Mullins!
6:00 p.m No Host Bar; Silent Auction; Mystery Origami.
7:00 p.m. Dinner - Traditional Chinese Banquet.
Tickets (purchase by May 11): $50 (includes $30 tax-deductible donation), available at link below or call 503-288-2456. Reserve a table of 10 - Receive a special gift! Contact Yoko Spofford, 503-706-5407, yspoffpt@yahoo.com for more information. At Wong’s King Seafood Restaurant, 8733 SE Division, Portland, 97266
Ethos Music Center: ETHOS-A-ROKE
Karaoke Marathon
Ethos formed in 1998 in response to a funding crisis in music and arts education. Since then, the problem has only worsened, with music education slashed from school budgets throughout Oregon and across the nation. Ethos is built on the tenet that music education “beats the streets” and when given a positive outlet, at-risk kids learn discipline and improved self-confidence that keeps them engaged with their families, their communities and their futures.
Ethos-A-Roke is the second karaoke marathon from 6 p.m. to midnight (doors at 5:30 p.m.) to benefit music education. Teams of one to 24 people can register for a three-hour time slot in their own private karaoke suite and raise pledges for Ethos, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing music education to underserved communities. Prizes will be awarded to the team and individual that raises the most. We’ll have a red carpet-style photo backdrop, a swag bag and other fanfare as karaoke divas make an entrance. All ages until 7 p.m. Sign up at link below. At Voicebox Karaoke, 2112 N.W. Hoyt Street, Portland, 97210.
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Greetings
from Istanbul
Robert McBride and Mary Evjen journey to Turkey and Greece with a group of All Classical travelers and Earthbound Expeditions. Yesterday Mary sent this gorgeous photo of the inside of Ayasofya Mosque (now a museum), built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century and considered Christendom’s greatest church. See the rest of the photos on our Facebook page, and stay tuned for more updates as they make their way through Istanbul and on to Greece.
Join All Classical and Christa Wessel on our next Cultural Tour to New Zealand!
The Best of All
Possible Shows
Forty fast-paced scenes whisk the naïve Candide around the world – and the audience along with him – in Leonard Bernstein's galloping adaptation of Voltaire's satire. Portland Opera dishes up two more performances on May 17 and 19. Get tickets through Ticketmaster, or call 503-241-1802 during business hours.
Be Radiant,
O Peoples!
The vocal ensemble Cappella Romana celebrates its 20th season with a program of various settings of the Easter Canon of St. John of Damascus. Three performances: May 18 in Lincoln City, May 19 in Portland, and May 20 in Seattle. Reserve seats for the latter two concerts through boxofficetickets.com.
Seen
a Good Movie
Lately?
All Classical is about music, of course, but our website offers coverage of other art forms as well, from dance to theater to cinema. In fact, you can catch film reviews and essays by D.K. Holm, Kimberly Gadette, Ed Goldberg and Becky Ohlsen at our special Four on the Aisle page. Take a look, cop a read and see what you think.
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