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Cirque de la Symphonie
Presented by
Austin Symphony Orchestra
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The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall
October 23, 2010
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Cirque de la Symphonie is an exciting adaptation of artistic performances widely seen in theaters and arenas everywhere. Artists include the most amazing veterans of aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers and strongmen. These artists are among the best in the business, and they include world record holders, gold-medal winners of international competitions, and some of the most original talent seen anywhere. Each artist’s performance is professionally choreographed to classical masterpieces and popular contemporary music in collaboration with the maestro.
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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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Dates:
October 23, 2010
Times:
8:00 PM
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Great Show!!"
Review
posted by:
Eric G
from Austin TX,
Nov 02, 2010
What a great marriage of cirque elements and classical music!! Loved the entire performance. Was especially impressed with the talent of the musicians being able to keep perfect internal tempo during...
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What a great marriage of cirque elements and classical music!! Loved the entire performance. Was especially impressed with the talent of the musicians being able to keep perfect internal tempo during the Danse des Petits Cygnes while Peter Bay participated in the wonderful magic performance! Shows the true sign of a greatly talented ensemble of musicians!!
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Simply Stunning"
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posted by:
Ruby Sinclair
from Austin, TX,
Nov 02, 2010
This was my first experience going to the Austin Symphony and WOW what an experience! The beauty of the cirque performances were fantastic and I was equally impressed with the skill and elegance of...
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This was my first experience going to the Austin Symphony and WOW what an experience! The beauty of the cirque performances were fantastic and I was equally impressed with the skill and elegance of the music performed by the orchestra! I will be back...no doubt about it!!
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Spell-binding beauty and grace"
Review
posted by:
Michael Alan Foster
from Austin Texas,
Oct 27, 2010
As I sat spell-bound in The Long Center enjoying the symphony music under the able direction of Maestro Peter Bay and the soaring aerial works of talented and beautiful women and one gloriously...
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As I sat spell-bound in The Long Center enjoying the symphony music under the able direction of Maestro Peter Bay and the soaring aerial works of talented and beautiful women and one gloriously attractive, skilled, and focused young man, this scripture suddenly came to my mind:I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. (Psalm 139:14).The evening WAS wonderful.The display of talent,beauty and grace was awe-inspiring.I pondered the skill,training and dedication of ALL the artists on stage and the incredible sense of timing and grace required to present us with this two hours of magical, beautiful, joyous entertainment.Celebration was the mood for this moving performance by The Austin Symphony and seven world class artists. Alexander Streltsov was especially stunning as he soared above us on wings of white silk. When he/they return I am sure the house will be filled to capacity. I would give more stars if this system allowed!
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Spellbinding Treat for Ears and Eyes"
Review
posted by:
Ronda Dale Kirk
from Spicewood (Austin) TX, USA,
Oct 26, 2010
If you missed this Austin Pops concert, please find another opportunity to see this outstanding blend of aural and visual beauty. Seven incredibly athletic and graceful Cirque artists performed...
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If you missed this Austin Pops concert, please find another opportunity to see this outstanding blend of aural and visual beauty. Seven incredibly athletic and graceful Cirque artists performed magical feats choreographed to select pieces of classical music and movie themes. The program included “Les Toreadors” from “Carmen,” John Williams pieces from “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and from “Star Wars: Episode II...,” and other majestic stirring compositions.
When the applause died down after the first aerial artist’s magnificent performance, the almost sold-out audience was quietly awed with anticipation. A patron behind me said, “I’m starting my diet tomorrow.” Each performance was spectacular and layered by admiring applause throughout. “How can they top themselves?” I kept asking myself. Then came the final act, two Polish athletes, former national hand-balancing champions. Their toned bodies, painted a soft gold from baldpate to muscled toe, they were like (more)
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Cirque! Cirque! Symphonie! Symphonie!"
Review
posted by:
Preston Kirk
from Spicewood (Austin) TX, USA,
Oct 24, 2010
I always wanted to run away and join the circus. (The symphony? Not so much.) I typically thought symphony halls were good places to mellow, to chill-out. But marry the two entities -- eye-popping...
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I always wanted to run away and join the circus. (The symphony? Not so much.) I typically thought symphony halls were good places to mellow, to chill-out. But marry the two entities -- eye-popping aerialists and about 80 dedicated, talented musicians -- and, well, I’m packing a bag!
The Saturday night audience seemed to be an eclectic mix of classic music enthusiasts and fans of sawdust, sideshows and cotton candy. But we all were enthralled by the mime-juggler, the cube spinner, the hand balancers, acrobats, hoop, rope and static silks performers. We were kids again in a grown-up atmosphere!
The orchestra, under Conductor Peter Bay’s inimitable (and playful) baton, swept the audience and the onstage action along with suites, marches, dances, rhapsodies, overtures and movie themes that heightened further the riveting acts while delighting the ear. Works by Dvorák, Khachaturian, Bizet, Saint-Saëns, Tchaikovsky, Glinka, Respighi/Rossini and Chabrier added to the excitement, (more)
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Soaring Beauty"
Review
posted by:
Vicki McKain
from Austin, TX,
Oct 24, 2010
The Austin Symphony in collaboration with an international group of performers captivated the audience with an evening of enchanting beauty for the eyes and ears.The orchestra led by the engaging...
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The Austin Symphony in collaboration with an international group of performers captivated the audience with an evening of enchanting beauty for the eyes and ears.The orchestra led by the engaging Peter Bay(who also participated in a magic trick)was splendid.The various performances harmonized with the classic pieces as well as a few modern works(Harry Potter).The performers were riveting. Alexander Streltsov was especially stunning when wrapped in white silk soared over the audience like a dove. Christine Van Loo was equally as elegant in her silk and rope aerial performances.These two along with others required grace and strength.The last two men, bald and painted gold, performed a slow motion balance and contortion act of amazing strength.Some humor was provided by a harlequin mime and his feats of juggling.The children and adults around me were fascinated and cheered throughout the show.Hopefully,this troupe will be invited back to perform with the symphony-a show not to be missed.
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Great Show!!"
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posted by:
Eric G
from Austin TX,
Nov 02, 2010
What a great marriage of cirque elements and classical music!! Loved the entire performance. Was especially impressed with the talent of the musicians being able to keep perfect internal tempo during...
Expand
What a great marriage of cirque elements and classical music!! Loved the entire performance. Was especially impressed with the talent of the musicians being able to keep perfect internal tempo during the Danse des Petits Cygnes while Peter Bay participated in the wonderful magic performance! Shows the true sign of a greatly talented ensemble of musicians!!
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Simply Stunning"
Review
posted by:
Ruby Sinclair
from Austin, TX,
Nov 02, 2010
This was my first experience going to the Austin Symphony and WOW what an experience! The beauty of the cirque performances were fantastic and I was equally impressed with the skill and elegance of...
Expand
This was my first experience going to the Austin Symphony and WOW what an experience! The beauty of the cirque performances were fantastic and I was equally impressed with the skill and elegance of the music performed by the orchestra! I will be back...no doubt about it!!
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Spell-binding beauty and grace"
Review
posted by:
Michael Alan Foster
from Austin Texas,
Oct 27, 2010
As I sat spell-bound in The Long Center enjoying the symphony music under the able direction of Maestro Peter Bay and the soaring aerial works of talented and beautiful women and one gloriously...
Expand
As I sat spell-bound in The Long Center enjoying the symphony music under the able direction of Maestro Peter Bay and the soaring aerial works of talented and beautiful women and one gloriously attractive, skilled, and focused young man, this scripture suddenly came to my mind:I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. (Psalm 139:14).The evening WAS wonderful.The display of talent,beauty and grace was awe-inspiring.I pondered the skill,training and dedication of ALL the artists on stage and the incredible sense of timing and grace required to present us with this two hours of magical, beautiful, joyous entertainment.Celebration was the mood for this moving performance by The Austin Symphony and seven world class artists. Alexander Streltsov was especially stunning as he soared above us on wings of white silk. When he/they return I am sure the house will be filled to capacity. I would give more stars if this system allowed!
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Spellbinding Treat for Ears and Eyes"
Review
posted by:
Ronda Dale Kirk
from Spicewood (Austin) TX, USA,
Oct 26, 2010
If you missed this Austin Pops concert, please find another opportunity to see this outstanding blend of aural and visual beauty. Seven incredibly athletic and graceful Cirque artists performed...
Expand
If you missed this Austin Pops concert, please find another opportunity to see this outstanding blend of aural and visual beauty. Seven incredibly athletic and graceful Cirque artists performed magical feats choreographed to select pieces of classical music and movie themes. The program included “Les Toreadors” from “Carmen,” John Williams pieces from “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and from “Star Wars: Episode II...,” and other majestic stirring compositions.
When the applause died down after the first aerial artist’s magnificent performance, the almost sold-out audience was quietly awed with anticipation. A patron behind me said, “I’m starting my diet tomorrow.” Each performance was spectacular and layered by admiring applause throughout. “How can they top themselves?” I kept asking myself. Then came the final act, two Polish athletes, former national hand-balancing champions. Their toned bodies, painted a soft gold from baldpate to muscled toe, they were like (more)
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Cirque! Cirque! Symphonie! Symphonie!"
Review
posted by:
Preston Kirk
from Spicewood (Austin) TX, USA,
Oct 24, 2010
I always wanted to run away and join the circus. (The symphony? Not so much.) I typically thought symphony halls were good places to mellow, to chill-out. But marry the two entities -- eye-popping...
Expand
I always wanted to run away and join the circus. (The symphony? Not so much.) I typically thought symphony halls were good places to mellow, to chill-out. But marry the two entities -- eye-popping aerialists and about 80 dedicated, talented musicians -- and, well, I’m packing a bag!
The Saturday night audience seemed to be an eclectic mix of classic music enthusiasts and fans of sawdust, sideshows and cotton candy. But we all were enthralled by the mime-juggler, the cube spinner, the hand balancers, acrobats, hoop, rope and static silks performers. We were kids again in a grown-up atmosphere!
The orchestra, under Conductor Peter Bay’s inimitable (and playful) baton, swept the audience and the onstage action along with suites, marches, dances, rhapsodies, overtures and movie themes that heightened further the riveting acts while delighting the ear. Works by Dvorák, Khachaturian, Bizet, Saint-Saëns, Tchaikovsky, Glinka, Respighi/Rossini and Chabrier added to the excitement, (more)
Collapse
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Event Name: Cirque de la Symphonie
"Soaring Beauty"
Review
posted by:
Vicki McKain
from Austin, TX,
Oct 24, 2010
The Austin Symphony in collaboration with an international group of performers captivated the audience with an evening of enchanting beauty for the eyes and ears.The orchestra led by the engaging...
Expand
The Austin Symphony in collaboration with an international group of performers captivated the audience with an evening of enchanting beauty for the eyes and ears.The orchestra led by the engaging Peter Bay(who also participated in a magic trick)was splendid.The various performances harmonized with the classic pieces as well as a few modern works(Harry Potter).The performers were riveting. Alexander Streltsov was especially stunning when wrapped in white silk soared over the audience like a dove. Christine Van Loo was equally as elegant in her silk and rope aerial performances.These two along with others required grace and strength.The last two men, bald and painted gold, performed a slow motion balance and contortion act of amazing strength.Some humor was provided by a harlequin mime and his feats of juggling.The children and adults around me were fascinated and cheered throughout the show.Hopefully,this troupe will be invited back to perform with the symphony-a show not to be missed.
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