Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony
Thu Jul 28 — Fri Jul 29, 2022
Orchestra Hall
Yue Bao, assistant conductor of the Houston Symphony, examines the role of destiny in works by Verdi, Strauss and Beethoven. Soprano Jessica Rivera sings Richard Strauss’ poignant Four Last Songs, and BRKFST, a eight-member collaborative dance ensemble, will create an original work to Beethoven’s Grosse fuge in a style that merges elements of break dance and contemporary dance. Capping the program is one of the most popular symphonies ever composed, Beethoven’s Fifth.
Program
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VERDI
Overture to La forza del destino
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R. STRAUSS
Four Last Songs
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BEETHOVEN/Steinberg
Grosse fuge
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BEETHOVEN
Symphony No. 5
Artists
Minnesota Orchestra
BRKFST Dance Company
The Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra, now in its second century, ranks among America’s top symphonic ensembles, with a distinguished history of acclaimed performances in its home state and around the world; award-winning recordings, broadcasts and educational engagement programs; and a commitment to intentionally build concert programs to feature more works by composers of color, exploring music both contemporary and historic. This past fall, Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård began his tenure as music director.
BRKFST Dance Company is a group of collaborative breaking choreographers based in St. Paul, Minnesota, and founded in 2014. BRKFST performs regionally, premiering work at Walker Arts Center, the Southern Theater and the Cowles Center. In 2022 they toured to Dublin, Ireland, for Dance2Connect (D2C) Hip Hop Festival, performing “60/40.” Their film Dreamers (2019) was deemed official selection in 11 international film festivals receiving “Grand Jury Award” (In/Motion Festival 2021) and “Best Experimental Film” (Tirana International Film Festival 2020). BRKFST has set repertoire and original work on dancers at the University of MN—Twin Cities, Carleton College, D2C Festival (Ireland) and Bates Dance Festival (Maine).
Your Concert Experience
Join us for Q&A’s, hosted discussions, exhibits and more. All free with your concert ticket!
Sounds + Bites
Come early and stay late for Sounds + Bites: special food experiences and free entertainment by outstanding local performers on the magnificent Peavey Plaza. Enjoy a cocktail beside the reflecting pool during our $5 Happy Hour while you listen. Learn more.
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre
ExhibitWhere: Balcony A Lobby
In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre uses water, flour, newspaper, paint, and unlimited imagination to tell stories that explore the struggles and celebrations of human existence. Come see themed displays of puppets created by HOBT artists; from large dragon masks to a collection of winged creatures!
BRKFST Dance Performance
When: Thu Jul 28 | 10:40am - Fri Jul 29 | 7:40pm
Where: Target Atrium
BRKFST Dance Company's performance investigates the imbalance endemic to artists’ existence through breaking and contemporary dance. Often crippled by unforeseen obstacles, the looming pressure of success as an artist provokes mounting anxiety and self-doubt within the search for one’s authentic purpose.
Video: BRKFST Dance Company
Accessibility Services
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Large Print Programs
- Service Animals
- Wheelchair & Accessible Seating
Additional services are available upon request.
Sponsors
Co-Sponsored by Margot and Paul Grangaard
The Creative Partner position is supported by Marilyn and Glen Nelson.
