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September 8, 1982
HOUSTON BALLET/
‘‘Cinderella”
One of the most dynamic dance com
panies in America, the Houston Ballet
returns to OPAS with this fairy tale clas
sic. A ballet that blends magical artistry
with majestic technical skill, “Cinder
ella" is a principal touring production for
the Houston Ballet this season. Just
back from a European tour, the com
pany is enjoying an international repu
tation with a resplendent repertory of
classics and contemporary works.
“Houston? Purveyor of high-grade bal
let? You bet!" SATURDAY REVIEW.
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ANNA RUSSELL
She lectures with laughter. She satirizes
the music world with unparalleled wit
and charm. She’s Anna Russell. Delight
ing audiences for decades with her
observations on music enthusiasts and
the music they love, Ms. Russell makes
serious music better. And serious music
lovers much more tolerable.
“Musical satire of the highest quality."
MEW YORK TIMES.
CANADIAN BRASS
There’s never been golden musjc like
that of the Canadian Brass because
these devoted musicians play gold-
plated instruments! And when they play,
it’s 24-carat music. The first brass group
ever to tour the People’s Republic of
China, the Canadian Brass gave their
American debut at the Kennedy Center
in 1975. They have toured Europe, the
Soviet Union and the Far East. And
wherever they go, whatever they play,
from the traditional to the trendy, their
music is worth a million.
"... brilliant virtuosity and ensemble
playing!' NEW YORK TIMES.
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MURRAY PERAHIA/Pianist
Winner of the Leeds Competition and
the Kosciusko Chopin Prize, Murray Per-
ahia has been called one of the most
compelling pianists of his time. Critical
acclaim and “sold out’’ concerts wher
ever he performs seem to verify the
claim. A champion of style rather than
virtuosity, Perahia is a master musician.
His style is one of intelligence, sensitivity
and taste. His interpretations are filled
with divergent thinking and creative
phrase structuring. He is a poet of the
piano.
“At least 99% of the time he makes you
feel that you are finally hearing the per
fect performance of whatever he may be
playing!’ LOS ANGELES TIMES.
I MUSICI with Pina Carmirelli
Twelve maestros whose masterful inter
pretation of Baroque chamber music
has earned for them international
acclaim, IMusici was formed in 1952 at
the Santa Cecilia Academy in Rome.
Dedicated to inspiring new life in their
chosen art, IMusici (“The Musicians’’)
performs with a kind of flawless fire —
virtuosity with nerve. I Musici plays the
best Baroque in town. No matter what
town they play in.
“They gave the sort of performance that
has delighted concertgoers and record
collectors for years ... WASHINGTON
POST.
“EVITA”
“Evita” is the Broadway play based on
the life of Eva Peron, wife of the Argen
tine dictator Juan Peron. Winner of
seven Tony Awards, including “Best
Musicaf’ “Evita” flares with Latin charm
set against political intrigue. The musi
cal won the New York Drama Critics’
Circle Award in 1980 and six Drama
Desk Awards. Filled with powerful music
and a dynamic story line, “Evita” is “his
torical” drama certain to stir your emo
tions. This production is part of the
play’s first tour across America.
"You must see ‘Evita'!’’ NEW YORK
POST.
EUGENE FODOR/Violinist
Acknowledged as one of the world’s
foremost living violinists, Eugene Fodor
became the first American top prize win
ner of the International Tchaikovsky
Competition since Van Cliburn. Since
that time, he has performed on five con
tinents, throughout the United States
and with every major orchestra in the
world. Combinations of technique, drive
and sensitivity have won Fodor the high
est acclamations in his recitals in Lon
don, Vienna, Budapest and Warsaw.
“He interpreted the works of the masters
in a manner that would have brought joy
to their hearts." TOKYO NEWS.
PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY
Michael Tilson Thomas,
conducting
The Pittsburgh Symphony believes in
the music it plays. And it strives to com
municate its enjoyment. Known for their
television appearances with Andre
Previn, the Pittsburgh Symphony spells
accomplishment and eloquence. Its
string tone sings, the woodwinds aren’t
overpowering and the brasses never
blare out. Most of all, the Pittsburgh
Symphony enchants its audience.
"The symphony conveys a sense of
enjoyment and is marked by unaffected
vigor." NEW YORKER.
Catch hold of OPAS XI
Be an OPAS member.
The Opera and Performing Arts Society marks its tenth
anniversary season with a renewed spirit: OPAS XI
For a decade OPAS has thrilled audiences with pro-
g rams that have crossed cultural lines from Bach to
orge. And each year OPAS has grown through the
support of the community and the campus.
This year, OPAS is reaching for the stars in its most daz
zling season. OPAS X brings you a ballet, a renowned
symphony, a world famous chamber group, two star
soloists, a national brass ensemble, a Broadway hit and
an outstanding musical comedienne.
But OPAS X doesn’t just happen. It takes money. And
time. And commitment. It takes you. OPAS ticket sales
cover only a portion of the production costs. For other
expenses, OPAS depends on contributions from its
members. OPAS is a nonprofit organization of the MSC
at Texas ASM University. It receives no state funds.
Membership in OPAS is open to all who wish to make
voluntary contributions to the program — over and
above the cost of season tickets.
OPAS membership. Membership in OPAS is attained
on one of many levels and all contributions are tax
deductible.
Guarantees. OPAS membership on the guarantee
level allows individuals to pledge specific dollar
amounts to cover season deficits. These pledges are
made prior to the season with assessments assigned at
the final board meeting of the year. Guarantors are then
billed the assessed percentage of their pledge.
Contributions. OPAS membership through contribu
tions begin at $25. Levels of contribution include friends
of OPAS— $25 to $49; sponsors— $50 to $99; patrons
— $100 to $499; and trustees beginning at $500.
Other gifts such as performance underwriting and
OPAS scholarships for students and senior citizens are
welcome. Please contact OPAS for details.
The Benefits of OPAS Membership.
• Best Seats. The best seats in the house are reserved
Ft OPAS members. Members have the option each
yc 3r to renew the same seats they occupied last season
— or to change seats (subject to availability).
• Parking. OPAS members receive parking privileges in
lots near the Rudder Complex for all performances.
• Priority on Town Hall Theatrical Attractions.
OPAS members receive advance notice and priority on
tickets for theatrical attractions presented by Town Hall.
• Guild Membership. OPAS members are eligible for
membership in the OPAS Guild.
• Social Functions with the Guild. All OPAS mem
bers are invited to attend certain social functions
hosted by the OPAS Guild.
The OPAS Guild
All OPAS members are eligible to join the OPAS Guild.
The Guild was organized in 1973 to support and enrich
the programs. Guild functions include receptions, din
ners and other social affairs in association with various
performances. The Guild also participates in the season
ticket campaign. Annual membership dues are $15
which make the Guild totally self-supporting. To join the
Guild, complete your season ticket application as indi
cated and include Guild dues with your ticket funds. For
more information about the Guild, contact Mrs. Charles
W. Plum, 846-7379.
OPAS X
one series • one sensational season
HOUSTON BALLET “Cinderella”
October 4, 1982
I MUSICI
with Pina Carmirelli
October 21. 1982
ANNA RUSSELL
Movember 6, 1982
CANADIAN BRASS
Februaiy 3, 1983
“EVITA”
February 14, 1983
EUGENE FODOR
February 18, 1983
MURRAY PERAHIA
March 7, 1983
THE PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY
Michael Tilson Thomas, conducting
April 13, 1983
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