Cabaret of Fools - March 29th

Cabaret of Fools - Ririe-Woodbury's Annual Benefit
March 29, 2008, 7 pm to 11 pm
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
A Charmingly Flamboyant Affair!

Come enjoy an evening of merriment, delectable dining and brilliant entertainment as we celebrate 44 seasons of exceptional contemporary dance, educational programs, and national and international touring. Ask your friends who made it to the 2007 Cabaret of Fools-this party is not to be missed!

Most importantly, you will have the chance to support Ririe-Woodbury's educational programs by bidding on some of the most stunning and provocative auction items available from local artists, businesses, and restaurants.

So, put on your most debonair evening wear to see and be seen at what the Salt Lake Tribune has called "The Party of the Year."

https://secure.ririewoodbury.com/cabaret.php

Join us for the Vivace Birthday Party!

3.22.08 (Saturday)
concert: 8pm at Abravanel Hall | after-party: 10pm at Abravanel Hall's 1st Tier Room

The performance: Tchaikovsky invites you to “forsake reality and lose oneself in dreams” with his symphonic masterpiece, Symphony No. 4 conducted by JoAnn Falletta. And, what better way to ‘check out’ than with that oddity of oddities, a Percussion Concerto complete with vibraphone, temple blocks, wood blocks, a bowl, gongs, tom-toms, bongos, and yes... cowbell. Scotsman Colin Currie brings Jennifer Higdon’s concerto to life.

The after-party: For Vivace’s 3rd birthday, we’re shaking things up! Party all night long with Vivace peeps, Colin Currie, JoAnn Falletta, and members of the Utah Symphony while enjoying extraordinary -- and free -- culinary delights, non-alcoholic Sparkling Pear Cider, wine, and
champagne in Abravanel Hall’s 1st Tier Room.

Vivace tickets are $30, $15 for students | phone: 801.533.6683 mention Vivace
web: arttix.org | promo code: vivace
Vivace section and price is only guaranteed until Monday, March 17. After March 17, Vivace tickets will be sold on a first come, first sold basis. The Vivace student price is not available online.

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Vivace is a funkified bunch of 20, 30, 40 somethings -- single/ partnered/married -- who just happen to get their groove on at classical concerts and opera.

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Rossini's Cinderella

Last night was Utah Opera’s performance of Rossini’s Cinderella – a slightly different version of the classic fairytale. Apparently, “Cinderella” means “goodness triumphant” so with this slightly modified version of the story, the lead is actually “Angelina” (although they still refer to her as Cinderella in the Opera) and she wins the prince’s love because of her kind heart and giving nature.

The story is set in approximately the 1920’s with a selfish, mean and yet somewhat comedic step-father and 2 self-centered mean half-sisters. Instead of a coach and horses taking her to the ball, Cinderella arrives in a vintage car (it looked somewhat like a Duesenberg). And instead of a fairy godmother, she has a guardian angel, if you will (found in the prince’s tutor). All that, mixed in with the prince and his valet switching places for the evening of the ball, and it makes for a very intriguing and entertaining spin-off of the classic storyline.

The sets, costumes and story were all phenomenal and the whole experience was very entertaining! One challenge they faced was the volume of the singers, as it was very hard to hear them at times (Cinderella especially), however, the performance is still very worth seeing!

I highly encourage everyone to go check it out if you haven’t yet. It runs through the 16^th so there is still time, but not much! Better hurry! http://www.utahopera.org/concert-detail.php?id=25#tickets

Even if you aren't normally an Opera fan, I think you will enjoy this one. There were several opera novices sitting near me and they all seemed to very much enjoy the show. The storyline was familiar enough for them to easily follow just by watching, but the the addition of the "supertitles" its very simple to follow the dialogue. If you've been wanting to try an Opera, this is a good one to start with!

Bravo Broadway, Out of the Box were last week, now on to Cinderella and Charette

Utah Symphony was excellent, as always! It was the “Bravo Broadway” concert last weekend – It was a collection of songs from Broadway Musicals, with the Symphony playing and 3 different people singing. There were songs from shows such as, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Phantom of the Opera, Lion King, Little Mermaid, Evita, Mama Mia, and many others! It was such a fun evening!

On Saturday night we had our first annual “Out of the Box” event for Studio D. Studio D is a group that is working to increase the younger audience for 3 of the dance companies in Utah – Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company, Repertory Dance Theater and Ballet West. “Out of the Box” was a first of a kind production where all three dance companies performed together in one show. It was wonderful to see them all working together and it was such a fun night! The show sold out which was great! The food and desserts were yummy! Several restaurants donated food for our party so a special thank you to Market Street Broiler, PF Changs, Tin Angel, Acme Burger and Flemings!! And we had lots of fun chatting with everybody and watching the shows. The evening was a great success and we can’t wait to do it again next year!

Next week is the opening of the Utah Opera's production of Cinderella - a few changes to the story and the setting have been made and it is sure to be unforgettable! Don't miss it!

Here is the info from the e-notes -
Utah Opera Presents

Rossini's Cinderella

Gerald Steichen, Conductor
Patricia Weinmann, Director

Step into the pages of a classic fairy tale and experience the laughter, drama, and romance that are only possible in its operatic manifestation. In Rossini's superb comedy, the schemes of a wicked stepfather are all that stand between Cinderella and her bright destiny. Secret identities, horrible step-sisters, and a true Prince Charming are all part of a tale you will remember ever after.

Saturday, March 8 - 7:30 PM
Monday, March 10 - 7:30 PM
Wednesday, March 12 - 7:30 PM
Friday, March 14 - 7:30 PM
Sunday, March 16 - 2:00 PM

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Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not check out the "iron choreographers" contest with Repertory Dance Theater -

Here is the info from their website -

Charette: The Search for Utah's 'Iron Choreographer'
March 8, 2008 - 7:00 pm at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
Buy tickets online or call 801-355-ARTS

Who will be crowned this year's 'Iron Choreographer'? The most entertaining dance competition in town must be seen to be believed. Don't miss the madness as competing choreographers create new dances in record time. Light food and drink will be provided.