Rusalka, a water sprite, falls in love with a human prince and strikes an impossible bargain to enter his world. But this is no Disney mermaid. Dark consequences flood Dvorák's moonlit fairy tale, along with music of acute longing, hope and disillusionment. Rusalka's "Song to the Moon" might just break your heart. Sung in Czech with projected English translation. Learn more...
Boston Lyric Opera Presents Dvorák's Dark Fairy Tale Rusalka
Citi Performing Arts Center Shubert Theatre (Boston, MA)
Tango: Historias Breves featuring Dancer/Choreographer Guillermina Quiroga
Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College (Boston, MA)
Tango: Historias Breves illuminates tales of life, love and passion with eight award-winning dancers and a talented ensemble of live musicians. Dancer and choreographer Guillermina Quiroga, along with her company, captures the passion and sensuality of the tango. There will also be a pre-show lecture from dance critic Debra Cash. Learn more...
Flamenco Festival 2009: Noche Flamenca with Lead Dancer Soledad Barrio
Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College (Boston, MA)
Madrid's Noche Flamenca celebrates the essence, purity and integrity of flamenco. The company has been hailed internationally for its transcendent and deeply emotional performances and is recognized as the most authentic flamenco touring ensemble in the field today. Featuring award-winning lead dancer Soledad Barrio. Pre-show talk from dance critic Debra Cash 45 minutes before the show. Learn more...
Flamenco Festival 2009: La Puerta Abierta from Isabel Bayón Company
Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College (Boston, MA)
Isabel Bayón's career spans more than thirty years and is widely considered the definitive flamenco dancer. In La Puerta Abierta (The Open Door) her program captures the essence and soul of flamenco and features five musicians, including the renowned singer Terremoto. Learn more...
Massenet's Fairy Tale Opera Cendrillon (Cinderella)
The Boston Conservatory Theater (Boston, MA)
Cendrillon (Cinderella), an opera by French composer Jules Massenet based on the beloved fairy tale, tells the familair story of Cinderella, Prince Charming and the Fairy Godmother -- with a few surprises. With its rich and varied music from different classical traditions combined with Massenet's wit, Cendrillon has remained one of opera's most accessible and enjoyed works. Learn more...
The Boston Conservatory Dance Theater's Spring Concert
The Boston Conservatory Theater (Boston, MA)
The Boston Conservatory Dance Theater performs with The Boston Conservatory Orchestra, under the direction of Beatric Affron, conductor. The program features David Lichine's light-hearted and youthful Graduation Ball, staged by Ellen O'Reilly and Leslie Woodies, and a premiere by guest artist and renowned contemporary choreographer Kathryn Posin. Learn more...