NYFOS premieres a suite of songs from William Bolcom and Mark Campbell's new opera, Dinner at Eight.
The quintessentially American material—a play that was made into a classic movie—gives both composer and librettist a chance to display their wizardry. Together they have created a fascinating gallery of characters, from the upper-crust dowager to the bit-of-fluff mistress. NYFOS also premieres a new song cycle it commissioned from Gabriel Kahane. Like Bolcom, Kahane combines a modern sensibility with a deep connection to the traditions of song. The result is a magical fusion of words and music—hipster meets Fauré.
Rounding out the program is Paul Bowles’ Picnic Cantata, set to the words of New York Poet James Schuyler. This quiet masterpiece, scored for four female voices, two pianos and percussion, is a tuneful, witty, and subtly moving work rarely performed since its 1954 premiere.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21st @ 8 PM
Show Finder
Dinner at Eight / Picnic Cantata
First Preview: Feb 8, 2017
Opening Date: Feb 21, 2017
Closing Date: Feb 22, 2017
Running Time: 02:00
http://www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org/mch/event/new-york-festival-of-song-picnic-cantata-dinner-at-eight
Playing @
Merkin Concert Hall
129 West 67th Street, New York, NY 10023
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Age Guidance: 13
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$40.00 - $55.00
Lottery & Rush
$20 Real Deal and $10 Student Tickets available by phone only: 212 501 3330
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Box Office
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Restroom
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Seating
445 seats -
Elevator/Escalator
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Entrance
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Water Fountain
One wheelchair-accessible water fountain in the lobby. -
Assisted Listening System
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Wheelchair Info
Merkin Concert Hall has three wheelchair locations.
