Washington National Opera: Porgy and Bess
- Oct 29 - Nov 19, 2005
- Opera House
- Approx. 3 hours
- $45.00 - $290.00
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About the Program
Washington National Opera presents a new production of Gershwin's great work Porgy and Bess, staged by renowned American director Francesca Zambello. The amazing musical score, filled with favorites like "Summertime" and "It Ain't Necessarily So," is conducted by Gershwin specialist Wayne Marshall. The impressive double cast is led by Gordon Hawkins and Kevin Short as Porgy; Indira Mahajan and Morenike Fadayomi as Bess; and Jermaine Smith as Sportin' Life.
In English with English supertitles.
NOTE: Supertitles are not visible from Rear Orchestra.
All events and artists subject to change without prior notice.
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Reviews and Articles
Review "'Porgy and Bess' Second Cast Shimmers With Its Own Stars"
The Washington Post" – Washington, DC (Nov. 07 2005) "…a poetic and moving performance." Read More...
The Washington Post" – Washington, DC (Nov. 07 2005) "…a poetic and moving performance." Read More...
"'Porgy': Heaven the Whole Night Long"
The Washington Post" – Washington, DC (Oct. 31, 2005) "Washington National Opera has mounted a loving, sumptuous and creative production of Gershwin's most ambitious work, 'Porgy and Bess.' " Read More...
The Washington Post" – Washington, DC (Oct. 31, 2005) "Washington National Opera has mounted a loving, sumptuous and creative production of Gershwin's most ambitious work, 'Porgy and Bess.' " Read More...
"A Gershwin Gala"
The Washington Post – Washington DC (Nov. 03, 2005) Celebrating "celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Washington National Opera will present a big-screen simulcast of its Kennedy Center production of George Gershwin's 'Porgy and Bess.' " Read More...
The Washington Post – Washington DC (Nov. 03, 2005) Celebrating "celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Washington National Opera will present a big-screen simulcast of its Kennedy Center production of George Gershwin's 'Porgy and Bess.' " Read More...
"Southern Md. 'Sons' Sing Lead in 'Porgy and Bess'"
The Washington Post – Washington, DC (Nov. 06, 2005) And both men said they can trace their professional success to the mentoring of family members, educators and church leaders. Read More...
The Washington Post – Washington, DC (Nov. 06, 2005) And both men said they can trace their professional success to the mentoring of family members, educators and church leaders. Read More...
"The Baritone's Deeper Resonance: Gordon Hawkins Wants His Porgy to Stand Up -- and Out"
The Washington Post – Washington, DC (Oct. 29, 2005) Gordon Hawkins speaks on his role in Gershwin's controversial opera "Porgy and Bess" Read More...
The Washington Post – Washington, DC (Oct. 29, 2005) Gordon Hawkins speaks on his role in Gershwin's controversial opera "Porgy and Bess" Read More...
"Under Blue Skies, Thunder for 'Porgy'"
The Washington Post – Washington, DC (Nov. 07, 2005) "…a cultural moment" Read More...
The Washington Post – Washington, DC (Nov. 07, 2005) "…a cultural moment" Read More...
Related – "Opera Sets 'Sophie's Choice' for '06
The Washington Post– Washington, DC (Dec.6, 2005)
The Washington Post– Washington, DC (Dec.6, 2005)
"Washington National Opera will present the North American premiere of Nicholas Maw's "Sophie's Choice," based on the best-selling novel by William Styron, as part of the company's 2006-07 season, it was announced yesterday."
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