Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra In Wabash
WABASH – British conductor Michael Francis joins the renowned Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for “Shakespeare at the Symphony: Romeo & Juliet,” showcasing three composers, all inspired by the Bard’s infamous story of star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet, at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 30, at the Honeywell Center.
The performance is part of the Wabash Valley Music Association’s current season, presented by Wellbrooke of Wabash. Shakespeare has long influenced orchestra composers, with the evening’s music inspired by Romeo and Juliet. Performances will include Delius’ “The Walk To The Paradise Garden,” Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances From “West Side Story” and excerpts from “Romeo and Juliet” by Prokofiev.
A pre-show lecture will be given by speakers from the ISO.
Two shows remain in the 2013-14 WVMA season: The Osmonds, an evening of sibling harmonies of Jimmy, Jay and Merrill Osmond of the iconic entertainment family, on April 25, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, a nine-piece ensemble highlighting high-energy swing, bag band songs from the 40s and 50s, on May 17.
Tickets for the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra can be purchased for $45, $35 and $25, Monday through Friday, by calling 260-563-1102 or visiting www.honeywellcenter.org.