Gershwin's American Folk Opera Porgy and Bess at the Kennedy Center Opera House
The Kennedy Center - Opera House (2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20566)
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- $100.00 - $200.00
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The last date listed for Porgy and Bess was Saturday April 3, 2010 / 7:00pm.
Goldstar Member Tips
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Angela Purnell on Other
You need a drink at the intermission, the performance is long.
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Sandy Dunston on Where to Eat
I didn't eat there.
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Lita Kleger on Where to Park
I parked across the street for $10
30 Goldstar Member Reviews
Mary
While familiar already with the most popular songs from this opera, I was deeply moved by the production. The high caliber of the singing, staging, and orchestra made the performance a world class opera experience. I was proud that it was in English and was written and performed by Americans. The audience gave the cast a well-deserved sustained standing ovation. I would highly recommend attendance by everyone.Written on Mar 27 2010
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Filomena D'Elia
Really enjoyed the opera. The story was moving and the cast did a great job acting as well as singing.Written on Mar 29 2010
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William Musico
I've seen this opera before and you could actually understand what the singers were saying. If I wanted to constantly be reading the super-script I would go to foreign language operas.Written on Mar 26 2010
Also wondering what caused a poriton of the set to fall on Bess in the last scene?
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Catharina J.
It was a great show with beautiful singing voices and acting and I am glad I went. I don't believe the singers were mic'd which would have helped in such a huge place as the Opera House.Written on Apr 01 2010
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More Information About Porgy and Bess
Website
http://www.dc-opera.org/performances/0910/porgyandbess.asp
Quotes & Highlights
- Visit the Washington National Opera web site for more information, including articles about various aspects of the production, as well as audio and video previews.
Description
by George Gershwin, DuBose and Dorothy Heyward and Ira Gershwin
Sung in English with English supertitles
WNO's critically acclaimed production, which received rave reviews in Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, is back! George Gershwin miraculously melds classical music, popular song, jazz, blues, and spirituals into iconic American songs like "Summertime," "I Got Plenty O' Nuttin'" and "Bess, You Is My Woman Now." This quintessential American masterpiece follows the story of a crippled beggar and the headstrong woman he loves. Porgy and Bess is directed by Francesca Zambello and conducted by American music specialist John Mauceri.
About the Ticket Supplier: Washington National Opera
As the resident opera company of the Kennedy Center, Washington National Opera (WNO) draws on a rich history to offer high-quality grand opera featuring internationally acclaimed artists. Additionally, WNO serves as a vital resource throughout the Washington metro area, bringing opera to a broad public through its award-winning education and community programs.