JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2017
THEATER
CLASSICAL MUSIC
POPS
Aquila Theatre
Direct from Dublin, Ireland
AMERICAN FESTIVAL POPS ORCHESTRA
MURDER ON THE NILE Saturday, January 21 at 8 p.m.
Set in 1940’s Egypt, this deliciously dangerous murder mystery is one of Dame Agatha Christie’s most popular tales. For Britain’s foremost mystery author, whenever class, wealth, and reputation
THE FIVE IRISH TENORS Salute to Ireland Sunday, January 29 at 4 p.m.
These five premier tenors of Ireland fuse Irish wit and boisterous charm with lyricism, dramatic flair and operatic style in this singular concert experience. In their first U.S. tour, The Five Irish
are on the line, a murder or two is not far behind. So as the famous heiress Kay Ridgeway boards a honeymoon cruise with her
Tenors perform a marvelous program of opera arias and beloved Irish
penniless new husband, it’s already clear that foul play is afoot. The
songs, including W.B. Yeats’s “Down by the Sally Gardens,” Verdi’s “O
passenger list on this treacherous journey includes a spurned lover,
Mio Rimorso” from La Traviata, Cesar Franck’s “Panis Angelicus,”
a protective uncle, a troubled doctor, and a slew of other colorful
and the glorious “Danny Boy.” Two extraordinary pianists join
characters as well as the world-famous investigator Hercule Poirot,
Ireland’s most popular ensemble as they perform solos, duets, trios,
who must call on all of his skills to solve this baffling mystery. Aquila
quartets, and quintets. Let the celestial voices of these legendary
Theatre, known for its breathtaking interpretations of theatrical
classical performers whisk you away to the emerald isles.
classics, brings its signature style of thrilling physicality and
$55, $47, $33
stunning designs to this gripping play. Book a one-way ticket on this Nile cruise and see if you can figure out “whodunit!” $44, $37, $26
CLASSICAL MUSIC
family friendly
Alexei Grynyuk, piano
Valentine’s Day Pops Sunday, February 12 at 3 p.m.
THE NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OF UKRAINE
Love is in the air as the official holiday of romance approaches, and our favorite pops orchestra sets the perfect mood with an afternoon of romantic standards. The American Festival Pops Orchestra
has become a treasured tradition here at the Hylton thanks to the orchestra’s virtuosity, masterful interpretations, and entertaining programs. This performance is its love letter to the Great American
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 From the New World Stankovych: Suite from the ballet The Night Before Christmas R. Schumann: Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54 Saturday, February 25 at 8 p.m.
Founded in 1918, The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine is one of Eastern Europe’s most esteemed orchestras, earning international acclaim for its virtuosity and precision. Deeply rooted in the rich
Songbook, featuring some of the 20th century’s most popular and
musical traditions of Eastern Europe and Russia, the orchestra is
beloved melodies and movie love themes. Under the inspired
celebrated for its adventurous high-energy repertoire and vibrant
leadership of conductor Anthony Maiello, the most accomplished
performances. In this performance the orchestra performs Dvořák’s
musicians in the region come together for this special evening to
Symphony No. 9, From the New World, and ballet music by Ukraine
present a romantic program of cherished music. $50, $43, $30
composer Stankovych. Alexei Grynyuk — who is “among the finest” according to Grammophone Magazine — joins the orchestra to perform Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor. Throughout its history, this impressive orchestra has premiered many works including those of Prokofiev, Lyatoshynsky, and Shostakovich, and has produced over 100 recordings, garnering the ensemble several Grammy nominations. $60, $51, $36
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