Performing Arts
Portland’s internationally renowned band, Pink Martini. Photo: Chris Hornbecker Inset Photo | Keller Auditorium: Jim Fullan
Oregon Symphony Beethoven’s Eroica SAT Jan 17, 7:30 pm | SUN Jan 18, 2:00 pm Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall Program: Markus Stenz - Conductor Sarah Kwak - Janet & Richard Geary Concertmaster Chair Oregon Symphony A most heart-stirring concert awaits you, por- traying vastly different approaches to grief and memory. In the “Eroica,” grief turns into fury, when the original dedicatee, Napoleon, crowns himself emperor and the enraged Bee- thoven now celebrates only “the memory of a great man.” From two bolts-out-of-the-blue chords to exhilarating finale, the Symphony’s majesty and drama, extraordinary scope, and bold harmonies all proclaim a new era in mu- sic. Turning his grief into sorrow, Berg inscribes his heartbreaking Concerto, sensitively per- formed by our concertmaster, “To the memory of an angel”—a vivacious 18-year-old girl struck down by polio. He paints her portrait in the first movement, and, in the emotional heart of the Concerto, incorporates Bach’s chorale, “It is enough; Lord, if it pleases you/Unshackle me.” The multi-Grammy Award-nominated Oregon Symphony, led by Music Director David Danz- mayr, serves more than 250,000 people annu- ally through live concerts, and education and community engagement programs. The Ore- gon Symphony is the oldest orchestra in the
Enjoy the diversity of Portland’s performing arts community.
Artists Repertory Theatre..............................503-241-1278.................................................... www.artistsrep.org Challenging artists and audiences with plays of depth and vibrancy in an intimate environment. BodyVox.............................................................503-229-0627.................................................. www.bodyvox.com Breathtaking productions rich in imagery, athleticism and humor. Broadway Rose Theatre Company.............503-620-5262....................................... www.broadwayrose.org Musicals. Illuminating lives on both sides of the footlights. Chamber Music NW........................................503-223-3202......................................................... www.cmnw.org In its 53rd season, CMNW shares the richness of chamber music with Portland audiences. Lakewood Center for the Arts......................503-635-3901..................................... www.lakewood-center.org Inspiring and nurturing a love for the theatre arts. Oregon Ballet Theatre....................................503-222-5538............................................................. www.obt.org Oregon’s premier ballet company. Oregon Children’s Theatre...........................503-228-9571............................................................. www.octc.org Creating extraordinary theatre for young audiences. Oregon Symphony..........................................503-228-1353............................................. www.orsymphony.org Established more than 100 years ago, the symphony serves more than 225,000 people annually. Portland Center Stage....................................503-445-3700............................................................. www.pcs.org PCS inspires the community by bringing stories to life in unexpected ways. Portland Baroque Orchestra.........................503-222-6000........................................................... www.pbo.org Producing fresh and historically informed interpretations of music composed before 1840. Portland Gay Men’s Chorus..........................503-226-2588.................................................... www.pdxgmc.org Aspiring to expand, redefine and perfect the choral art through eclectic performances. Portland Opera.................................................503-241-1802........................................... www.portlandopera.org Creating productions of high artistic quality that celebrate the beauty and breadth of opera. Portland Piano International.........................503-228-1388.......................................... www.portlandpiano.org Dedicated to presenting excellence in piano performance. Portland Symphonic Choir.............................503-223-1217........................................................ www.pschoir.org Singing the choral masterworks with excellence and passion. White Bird | A World of Dance......................503-245-1600................................................... www.whitebird.org Presenting established and emerging companies and choreographers.
Western United States. www.orsymphony.org
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