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Hansel and Gretel

Presented by Austin Lyric Opera at The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall

April 24-May 2, 2010

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Hansel and Gretel has remained a favorite of the operatic stage, and in 1923 it was the first complete opera in history to be broadcast on the radio (from Covent Garden in London). Eight years later, the Metropolitan Opera chose Humperdinck’s much loved work as their first radio network broadcast.  Hansel and Gretel would live on the operatic stage for many generations to come.

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    The Long Center for the Performing Arts > The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall

    The Long Center for the Performing Arts
    701 W. Riverside Drive
    Austin, TX 78704

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    Tickets start at $27, kids 12 and under only $10

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    April 24-May 2, 2010

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    April 24, 28, 30 and May 2

    
    

     

    
    

    Times: Evenings @ 7:30pm, Matinee @ 3:00pm

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    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "Scary Dreams and Heavenly Hands"
      Review posted by: Charla Hathaway from austin, Apr 29, 2010
      

      Experience being a lost child in the scary woods and then uplifted by angels to heavenly, dream realms. Be visited by the Sandman and taken presoner by the wicked, children-eating Gingerbread... Expand

      Experience being a lost child in the scary woods and then uplifted by angels to heavenly, dream realms. Be visited by the Sandman and taken presoner by the wicked, children-eating Gingerbread Queen. Opera has never been so easy to follow, delicious to listen too, and user friendly. The dream sequences transport you beyond the stage into the mystical, and the story reminds you never to abandon yourself or others. Great job Austin. The sum (voices, violins and set) is more than their parts. Delightful! Charla Hathaway Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "A Must See"
      Review posted by: Crystal* from Austin, TX, Apr 27, 2010
      

      I just loved ALO's production of Hansel and Gretel. It is a great update to a classic story. If you want to share the magic of Opera with children this is the production to take them to because not... Expand

      I just loved ALO's production of Hansel and Gretel. It is a great update to a classic story. If you want to share the magic of Opera with children this is the production to take them to because not only are you going to love but they are too. The performers were out standing - I especially loved the witch - she was perfectly evil. The set and costume design was incredible and the music was gorgeous. There are so many magical moments on stage - there is even a time I felt like I was watching a film in black and white. Very cool! Go see it! Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "Make H&G a Family Affair"
      Review posted by: Ronda Dale Kirk from Spicewood (Austin) TX USA, Apr 26, 2010
      

      Confession time: I'm no opera afficionado. However, I must admit this mostly-sung-in-English, set in New York City version was genuinely captivating. Although set in the 1890s, with H&G children of an... Expand

      Confession time: I'm no opera afficionado. However, I must admit this mostly-sung-in-English, set in New York City version was genuinely captivating. Although set in the 1890s, with H&G children of an immigrant family, it's life lessons still ring with clarity for contemporary audiences. Sure, we all know this popular folk tale, courtesy of The Brothers Grimm, but combined with the beautiful, emotional and soaring melodies of composer Englebert Humperdink and the creative sets and costumes, the intrinsic themes take on new life, complete with exclamation marks. This wonderful ALO production--just one of three operas in Austin this past weekend--is a wonderful family experience. Forget the tux and ball gown. Dress comfortably. Even if your children don't understand every word or read all the super titles of the libretto, this is an excellent opportunity to expose the entire family to the magic of opera well done and the sheer fantasy of one of the world's favorite fairy tales. Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      ""Boring"? No way. Cultural spectacles seldom are."
      Review posted by: Preston Kirk from Spicewood (Austin) TX (USA), Apr 25, 2010
      

      Admission #1: I’ve seen an opera about once every 10 years of my adult life, or about four of them. #2: I’m not a fan of weird musical phrasing sung in high registers. And truth be told, I love a... Expand

      Admission #1: I’ve seen an opera about once every 10 years of my adult life, or about four of them. #2: I’m not a fan of weird musical phrasing sung in high registers. And truth be told, I love a spectacle, which is what ALO’s "Hansel & Gretel" surely is at the Long Ctr. And it is, after all, a worldwide favorite. A pre-teen commented as he exited Friday night’s performance: “Boooo-ring.” Sorry. Can’t agree. The score by composer Engelbert Humperdink -- no not the crooner – is enjoyable all by itself, if one could isolate it from the audience, cast and stage. And under the baton of the deeply-accomplished Mo. Richard Buckley, the musicians rendered all the emotion worthy of the Grimm brother’s enchanting fairytale. The staging was amazing -- lights, scrims, digital images, snowflakes, rocking chairs. The 1893 NYC apartment where immigrants H&G, portrayed by Alicia Berneche and Liz Cass (That’s right; two women.) are driven to distraction by hunger, was like a shadow box (more) Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "Discount tickets"
      Comment posted by: Sam from Austin, Mar 01, 2010
      

      They are selling tickets for kids under 12 for only $10 and they have a gingerbread house competition where you can win cash prizes. Check out www.austinlyricopera.org

      They are selling tickets for kids under 12 for only $10 and they have a gingerbread house competition where you can win cash prizes. Check out www.austinlyricopera.org

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    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "Scary Dreams and Heavenly Hands"
      Review posted by: Charla Hathaway from austin, Apr 29, 2010
      

      Experience being a lost child in the scary woods and then uplifted by angels to heavenly, dream realms. Be visited by the Sandman and taken presoner by the wicked, children-eating Gingerbread... Expand

      Experience being a lost child in the scary woods and then uplifted by angels to heavenly, dream realms. Be visited by the Sandman and taken presoner by the wicked, children-eating Gingerbread Queen. Opera has never been so easy to follow, delicious to listen too, and user friendly. The dream sequences transport you beyond the stage into the mystical, and the story reminds you never to abandon yourself or others. Great job Austin. The sum (voices, violins and set) is more than their parts. Delightful! Charla Hathaway Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "A Must See"
      Review posted by: Crystal* from Austin, TX, Apr 27, 2010
      

      I just loved ALO's production of Hansel and Gretel. It is a great update to a classic story. If you want to share the magic of Opera with children this is the production to take them to because not... Expand

      I just loved ALO's production of Hansel and Gretel. It is a great update to a classic story. If you want to share the magic of Opera with children this is the production to take them to because not only are you going to love but they are too. The performers were out standing - I especially loved the witch - she was perfectly evil. The set and costume design was incredible and the music was gorgeous. There are so many magical moments on stage - there is even a time I felt like I was watching a film in black and white. Very cool! Go see it! Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "Make H&G a Family Affair"
      Review posted by: Ronda Dale Kirk from Spicewood (Austin) TX USA, Apr 26, 2010
      

      Confession time: I'm no opera afficionado. However, I must admit this mostly-sung-in-English, set in New York City version was genuinely captivating. Although set in the 1890s, with H&G children of an... Expand

      Confession time: I'm no opera afficionado. However, I must admit this mostly-sung-in-English, set in New York City version was genuinely captivating. Although set in the 1890s, with H&G children of an immigrant family, it's life lessons still ring with clarity for contemporary audiences. Sure, we all know this popular folk tale, courtesy of The Brothers Grimm, but combined with the beautiful, emotional and soaring melodies of composer Englebert Humperdink and the creative sets and costumes, the intrinsic themes take on new life, complete with exclamation marks. This wonderful ALO production--just one of three operas in Austin this past weekend--is a wonderful family experience. Forget the tux and ball gown. Dress comfortably. Even if your children don't understand every word or read all the super titles of the libretto, this is an excellent opportunity to expose the entire family to the magic of opera well done and the sheer fantasy of one of the world's favorite fairy tales. Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      ""Boring"? No way. Cultural spectacles seldom are."
      Review posted by: Preston Kirk from Spicewood (Austin) TX (USA), Apr 25, 2010
      

      Admission #1: I’ve seen an opera about once every 10 years of my adult life, or about four of them. #2: I’m not a fan of weird musical phrasing sung in high registers. And truth be told, I love a... Expand

      Admission #1: I’ve seen an opera about once every 10 years of my adult life, or about four of them. #2: I’m not a fan of weird musical phrasing sung in high registers. And truth be told, I love a spectacle, which is what ALO’s "Hansel & Gretel" surely is at the Long Ctr. And it is, after all, a worldwide favorite. A pre-teen commented as he exited Friday night’s performance: “Boooo-ring.” Sorry. Can’t agree. The score by composer Engelbert Humperdink -- no not the crooner – is enjoyable all by itself, if one could isolate it from the audience, cast and stage. And under the baton of the deeply-accomplished Mo. Richard Buckley, the musicians rendered all the emotion worthy of the Grimm brother’s enchanting fairytale. The staging was amazing -- lights, scrims, digital images, snowflakes, rocking chairs. The 1893 NYC apartment where immigrants H&G, portrayed by Alicia Berneche and Liz Cass (That’s right; two women.) are driven to distraction by hunger, was like a shadow box (more) Collapse

    • Event Name: Hansel and Gretel
      "Discount tickets"
      Comment posted by: Sam from Austin, Mar 01, 2010
      

      They are selling tickets for kids under 12 for only $10 and they have a gingerbread house competition where you can win cash prizes. Check out www.austinlyricopera.org

      They are selling tickets for kids under 12 for only $10 and they have a gingerbread house competition where you can win cash prizes. Check out www.austinlyricopera.org

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