Maestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein Starring Hershey Felder
Royal George Theatre, Across the street from Steppenwolf Theatre (1641 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60614)
- Full Price:
- $56.00
- Our Price:
- $20.00 - $28.50*
* Additional fees apply.
All offers for Maestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein have expired.
The last date listed for Maestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein was Friday December 30, 2011 / 8:00pm.
Currently at Royal George Theatre:
The Pianist of Willesden Lane: Chicago Premiere of LA and Boston Hit
- Full Price:
- $50.00
- Our Price:
- $25.50
Set in Vienna in 1938 and London during the Blitzkrieg, The Pianist of Willesden Lane tells the true story of noted pianist and author Mona Golabek's mother, Lisa Jura. As a young Jewish pianist, Lisa dreams of a concert debut at the storied Musikverein concert hall. When Lisa is swept up in the Kindertransport to London in an attempt to protect her from the Nazi regime, everything about her life is upended -- except her love of music. Golabek performs some of the world's most beloved piano music in this poignant tribute to her mother's experience in wartime Europe. Adapted and directed by local favorite Hershey Felder, The Pianist of Willesden Lane is a riveting tale of hope that is a powerful testament to how music can help us survive through the darkest of times. Learn More
Goldstar Member Tips
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Parking anywhere in the area is valet - $11
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Dress in layer - the theare can get somewhat warm.
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Be prepar
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Be prepared for a long (95 minute or so) performance with no intermission.
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Ate at Vinci's which was excellent, reasonably priced and quick.
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Ate ate Giannia's which was fabulous!
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It's easier to park in a weekday evening on the street
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An intermission would have broken the spirit of the one man show.
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Front row balcony seats have NO leg room.
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carol on Information
Glad there was no intermission,
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Theatre is a bit drafty..bring a sweater or shawl.
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Parking was no problem at 7:30.
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Patti Pernini on Information
Box seats have obstructed views. Must lean over the railing to see the stage.
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Roberta J. Morris on Information
First row in the balcony is just as bad.
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Roberta J. Morris on Information
Around the corner east of Halsted is a school with unrestricted street parking in the evening.
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ChicagoBeth on Information
Took the bus; very convenient.
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Michael J. on Information
Ate after the show at Caminito, the Argentinian restaurant nearby. Excellent!--BYOB
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Take the Red Line and exit at the North/Clybourne stop. Less than a five-minute walk!
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njrosenbery on Information
At ate Uncle Julio's before the performance. Great food and service
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njrosenbery on Information
My seats were great. Good setting/theatre for Maestro
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Parking was good when you came in, but took too long to retrieve the car.
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Lois L. on Information
Live in the neighborhood and I walked- but if one can secure a prking permit 143- you are good to go
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B. Steinberg on Information
Small theaters, all seats good
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Found street parking (legal)
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Jeff Winter on Information
We had great seats. no complaints.
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Jeff Winter on Information
Hello management!! Lobby to have meters changed to 3 hours from 2
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s.sharken on Information
Valet parking a good buy
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An intermission would have broken the continuity of the show.
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Hard to find parking.
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The theatre was extremely cold.
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Elissa Rubinstein on Information
We were o.k. in the balcony.
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Elissa Rubinstein on Information
We used the valet & were the last one's out.
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Elissa Rubinstein on Information
I believe theatre experience means casual chic or dress up out of respect.
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We were the third car out
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At at the italian restaurant excellent
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We parked by the restaurant Goose Island
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Ruth S. on Information
Burger Bar
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Ruth S. on Information
Great show, didn't mind no intermission
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Street parking hard to find
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Do not sit in the first row of the balcony or you can't see the stage
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Valet sat in our car, listening to radio and I assume rkunning engine while we were in show!
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We took the "L" and was very convenient. We were visiting from out of state and did not have a car
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Gary Schwab on Information
Really easy to reach from Oak Park, via Green and Red lines
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We parked on Clybourn in the block south of Halsted. Free parking with a very short walk
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Parking was no problem for the Saturday matinee.
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NancyG on Information
We went to dinner after the 5pm Sunday show, so parking was not a problem.
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Seats all the way on the right - so we couldn't see the whole stage - but, it was not a big problem
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Also have a Gluten Free menu.
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Left car at Vinci
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We were able to get metered street parking a half block away
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Good coffee available
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Able to dress casual
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Be prepared for a long (95 minute or so) performance with no intermission.termission is terrific
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Coffee Bar was good and available
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Burger bar was excellent
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Parking at the theater was very handy
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Susan on Information
Ate at Vinci's - one of my favorites. Food was excellent, as always.
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Valet parking was very convient. It did not take long to retrieve it after the show.
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Vicki Dunn on Information
I am in complete agreement avoid 1st row of balcony.
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Avoid sitting far left or you won't see Felder's face at the piano! We were center so it was fine.
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I did not eat or drink as there was no intermission.
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Bring binoculars.
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Good restaurants nearby
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Valet parking right there $11
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So good I hated to see it end.
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Laura Kosden on Information
Avoid first row in balcony that also requires leaning over the ledge
Reviews & Ratings
Report as inappropriateAnything Hershey Felder does is incredible! This show was entertaining and educational. Learned so much about Bernstein, conducting and composing. We can't wait to see what Hershey will present next.
Report as inappropriateMaestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein was pretty amazing. Overall, it was an authentic performance where Hershey Felder spoke as Bernstein for close to 2 hours, frequently sitting at the piano and playing everything from Grieg to Beethoven to Copland to, of course, Bernstein. It was a moving history of Bernstein's life and music with a good bit of music theory/history thrown in! I loved it! Oh, and the theatre was not full last night, so we got a free seat upgrade to 5th row, center! Nice.
Report as inappropriatei thought it was great. held my interest throughout the whole program. I 'm looking forward to mr. felder's next endeavor.
Report as inappropriateVery entertaining and interesting. Great insight into the life, music & personality of Leonard Bernstein. Although Hershey Felder celebrates the talent and celebrity of others, he himself is a genius to be lauded.
More Information About Maestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein
Website
http://theroyalgeorgetheatre.com/shows.php?s=51
Quotes & Highlights
- Read the rave reviews Goldstar members gave this show in San Diego earlier this year.
Description
Hershey Felder in Maestro: The Art of Leonard Bernstein, is a new work from the creators of George Gershwin Alone, Monsieur Chopin and Beethoven, As I Knew Him. With a story spanning the entire 20th century, Leonard Bernstein, America's greatest musician, broke through every artistic ceiling possible to become the world's musical ambassador.
Hershey is known to Chicago audiences for his 70 record-breaking weeks at the Royal George with his George Gershwin Alone and the world premiere of Monsieur Chopin. His annual appearances at the Ravinia Festival have become a Chicagoland tradition.
Conductor, composer, pianist, author, teacher, librettist, television star ... for Leonard Bernstein boundaries simply did not exist. Join us on this fascinating journey as Hershey Felder brings the composer of West Side Story, Candide, Mass and more to life.