Portland

Portland Orchestra Announces Independence Pops Concerts

ruzik_tuzik — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:36:36 -0500

The Portland Symphony Orchestra is delighted to announce that Robert Moody will conduct the four outdoor Independence Pops performances in Maine beginning June 30. An exhilarating summertime tradition in southern Maine not to be missed, the concerts will be held this year again at Shawnee Peak in Bridgton (June 30), Thomas Point Beach in Brunswick (July 1), Goodall Park in Sanford (July 2) and Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth (July 3). All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.

Barack Obama Rallies 75,000 In Portland

Armen Hareyan — Sun, 18 May 2008 20:35:42 -0500

This is the largest crowd yet that Barack Obama has gathered in a single meeting. 75,000 people rally in Portland to hear Obama.

Portland Orchestra Celebrates Independence Day

ruzik_tuzik — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:01:49 -0500

Summer will be in full swing with picnics, fireworks and family fun at the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s annual summer concerts. Independence Pops will be held in four scenic locations throughout southern Maine. This year’s concert dates and locations are:

Portland Orchestra Presents Robert Moody Special Performance

ruzik_tuzik — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 03:04:08 -0500

The Portland Symphony Orchestra is presenting a special low-price, hour-long concert designed to introduce incoming Music Director Robert Moody to Portland and the southern Maine community.

Portland Orchestra Presents Music For Earth Day Performance

ruzik_tuzik — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:52:03 -0500

This year, the Portland Symphony Orchestra gets a jump start on Earth Day (April 22) at Music for Earth Day, Merrill Auditorium, April 14th and 15th. These concerts celebrate the power of nature as depicted through music and the arts.

Portland Orchestra Plays Classical Concert

ruzik_tuzik — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:40:04 -0600

On Tuesday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. the Portland Symphony Orchestra presents a program of stunning vocal works culminating with Brahms’ masterpiece Ein deutsche Requiem (“A German Requiem”).

Romance And Revelry In Fair Verona

ruzik_tuzik — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 23:06:42 -0600

The Marriott has been secured for PORTopera's annual Dinner/Dance & Auction on Friday, May 9th, which this year will celebrate and support our 2008 mainstage production of Gounod's Romeo et Juliette. A sumptuous northern Italian dinner will be served, and the Bob Charest band, which rocked the house last year, will once again play for dinner and dancing.

Portland Orchestra Presents Classical Concert

ruzik_tuzik — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:05:07 -0600

One of the most famous works of classical music opens the Portland Symphony Orchestra 2008 lineup of concerts Tuesday, February 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Portland’s Merrill Auditorium.

Portland Orchestra Showcases Vocalist Ellen Domingos

ruzik_tuzik — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 04:03:37 -0600

Seats are still available for the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s (PSO) annual Magic of Christmas performances, showcasing Portland’s finest artistic talent, including singer Ellen Domingos of Portland, dancers from Portland Ballet, Musica de Filia Girlchoir, the all-volunteer Magic of Christmas Chorus, and director Brian P. Allen.

Portland Orchestra Sends Out “Magic Express”

ruzik_tuzik — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 01:13:11 -0600

In addition to playing Magic of Christmas December 14-23 in Merrill Auditorium, Portland Symphony Orchestra (PSO) musicians are spreading the “Magic of Christmas” cheer with performances at hospitals, service organizations and community centers throughout the region. All the musicians are donating their time and talents to bring Magic to as wide an audience as possible.

Portland Orchestra Presents 'Magic Of Christmas'

ruzik_tuzik — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 04:39:20 -0600

Good seats are still available for all performances of Magic of Christmas, a beloved holiday tradition for generations of New Englanders. Featuring the renowned artistry of the Portland Symphony Orchestra, along with exciting guest artists and acclaimed ensembles, this year’s Magic will delight audiences of all ages.

Portland Orchestra Honors Stravinsky's 125th Birthday

ruzik_tuzik — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 02:35:09 -0500

Igor Stravinsky is considered by many to be the most influential artist of the 20th century. In honor of his 125th birthday year, the Portland Symphony Orchestra (PSO) presents a two-concert celebration of this groundbreaking composer on its Sunday Classical and Tuesday Classical concerts in November. Both concerts will be conducted by Joseph Silverstein, Artistic Advisor to the PSO for the 2007-2008 season.