Stravinsky's Rite of Spring Ballet with Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra

A night where modernism meets mambo! Let the rhythms of the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra performance carry you on a wild musical journey! 

Igor Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring, a ballet score composed in 1912-1913, is considered one of the most influential works of the 20^th century. Its premiere, at the Théâtre de Champs-Elysées on May 29, 1913, caused a near-riot due to its avant-garde rhythms and harmonies. This innovative landmark work pushed the boundaries of classical music and choreography, marking a new era in modernism. Featuring the DEOS Contemporary Ballet Company with newly commissioned choreography, we bring this iconic piece to life in a way that captures its original spirit of groundbreaking creativity.

Then, switch gears and let the vibrant energy of Steve Talaga’s A Night in Havana sweep you away! This set captures the lively rhythms and sizzling atmosphere of summer nights in Cuba.

From the revolutionary soundscapes of early 20th-century Paris to the pulsing beats of Havana nights, our concert celebrates the power of music and dance to transcend time and place.