This October the State Theatre presents a variety of shows including America's favorite humorist David Sedaris (10/2/08), whose new book When You Are Engulfed in Flames has been topping the book charts; Latin dance and music extravaganza, Venezuela Viva (10/11/08); violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Camerata Salzburg (10/16/08); and the U.S. premiere of Spaghetti Western Orchestra (10/24/08).
Rounding out the month will be the sexy Compania Flamenco Jose Porcel (10/25/08).
Venezuela Viva
Sat, October 11, 2008 at 8pm
Be transported through Venezuelan history, with electrifying music and dance. From 15th century Spain to 21st century Venezuelan city life, the styles of flamenco and traditional African, Caribbean, and Moorish dance combine to form the country's unique blend of movement. Set to a one-of-a-kind musical score influenced by classical and medieval Afro-Arabian music all performed by a hot Salsa band! Tickets: $30-65 (Group discounts of up to 20% off tickets are available).
Anne-Sophie Mutter & Camerata Salzburg
Thu, October 16, 2008 at 8pm
Program: Bach, Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor; Bach, Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor (Anne-Sophie Mutter and Vilde Frang, violins); Bach, Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major; and Tartini, Il Trillo Del Diavolo (Devil's Trill)
The Camerata, a company of young, motivated musicians is a tradition-filled chamber orchestra. Joining the Camerata for this special performance at the State Theatre is the German violist and Grammy Award-winner Anne-Sophie Mutter, known for performing both traditional and modern works and renowned throughout the world for both her chamber and orchestral music.
U.S. Premiere Tour, Spaghetti Western Orchestra
Fri, October 24, 2008 at 8pm
The Spaghetti Western Orchestra rides into town, with a wagon train of instruments, to perform the entire classic Ennio Morricone music. With a fistful of humour and a bucket-load of fun, the orchestra underscores these brilliant musical adventures: all the sound effects of the iconic spaghetti western movies—every punch up, gunshot, and jangling spur—is recreated using coat hangers, cornflakes, nail clippers, rubber gloves and other ingenious 'instruments' pulled from their saddlebag of tricks. Tickets: $25-50 (Group discounts of up to 20% off tickets are available).
Compania Flamenco Jose Porcel
Sat, October 25, 2008 at 8pm
Feel the heat of flamenco and classical Spanish dance, as this extraordinary ensemble exhibits the irresistible energy and magnetic appeal of Jose Porcel's intense choreography. Joining the dancers on stage will be a live music ensemble including traditional flamenco singers. Tickets: $25-55 (Group discounts of up to 20% off tickets are available). -- www.statetheatrenj.org
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