Education: Artist-in-Residence Tours
ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE TOUR
Through a partnership with the University of Memphis Artist Diploma Program and through a generous grant from the Jensen Foundation, the Artists-in-Residence are bringing the public three programs in the spring of 2011.
THE MAGIC FLUTE
The touring production of THE MAGIC FLUTE is a reduction of the singspiel (opera with spoken dialogue) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Meet fairy tale characters like the silly, loveable bird-man Papageno, the beautiful yet power hungry Queen of the Night and the not so brave Prince Tamino from a far away land. Follow the story of Tamino on his quest sent by the Queen of the Night to save Pamina from Sarastro. Instead of rescuing her from the “evil” tyrant who is actually a wise priest, Tamino rescues her from an annoying stalker Monostatos. Sarastro requires Tamino to prove his love for Pamina by undertaking trials of willpower, patience and trust. With a fairy tale ending, the opera is full of fascinating objects with magic powers and Egyptian mystery! Opera Memphis will provide a study guide with information on student participation in the performance.
Dates: April 25 – May 13, 2011
Location: within 2.5 hours of the Clark Opera Memphis Center; fee of $50 for travel over 1 hour
Cost: $450 for first show ($400 for additional performances)
Duration: 45 minutes
Grades: K – 6
OPERATIZER: OPERA 101
The Opera Memphis Artists-in-Residence perform a selection of arias, songs and ensemble pieces from opera, operetta and musical theatre. As an interactive concert, students will be involved from answering questions to possibly performing on stage. Be amazed by the fun facts about each of the pieces performed.
Dates: April 25 – May 13, 2011
Location: within 2.5 hours of the Clark Opera Memphis Center; fee of $50 for travel over 1 hour
Cost: $350 for first show ($300 for additional performances)
Duration: 45 minutes
Grades: 6 – 12
CONCERT SERIES
Perfect for libraries, retirement communities, churches and civic organizations, the Artist-in-Residence Concert Series brings opera to the community. The artists will perform arias, songs and ensemble pieces from opera, operetta and musical theatre, and each piece will be preceded by a brief introduction. (Other concerts may be arranged throughout the year, and cost will be determined.)
Dates: Apr 25 – May 13
Location: within 2.5 hours of the Clark Opera Memphis Center; fee of $50 for travel over 1 hour
Cost: $350 for first show ($300 for additionalperformances)
Duration: 45 minutes
For more information or to book these programs, contact Sarah Squire, Director of Education, at 901.202.4548.
