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Join the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra for a captivating performance event, "New World with Dance Kaleidoscope," taking place from May 17th to May 19th, 2024. This treasured collaborative celebration returns to the Schrott stage at Butler University, featuring three mesmerizing performances that promise to be a highlight of the ICO's 2024-2025 season.

Under the baton of guest conductor Andrés Lopera and choreographed by Stuart Lewis, the event showcases "A Leaf’s Devotion to the Sun," set to Antonín Dvořák’s groundbreaking New World Symphony. Dvořák's masterpiece, inspired by the music of Indigenous peoples and African-American spirituals, forms the backbone of this beautifully moving concert. Additionally, the event will feature the revival of David Hochoy’s 2008 choreography set to Claude Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, further captivating the audience with its artistic brilliance.

Special guests Dance Kaleidoscope, led by DK Associate Artistic Director Stuart Lewis and Christel DeHaan Artistic Director Joshua Blake Carter, will bring these compositions to life with their dynamic and expressive performances.

Event Details:
- Dates and Times: Friday, May 17th at 7:30 pm, Saturday, May 18th at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, May 19th at 2:30 pm.
- Venue: Schrott Center for the Arts, Butler University, 610 W. 46th St., Indianapolis, IN 46208.
- Tickets: Priced between $35 and $45. Students and children can attend for free with a reserved ticket (call 317-940-9607 or email info@icomusic.org to reserve).
- Repertoire: Debussy's Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun and Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, Op. 95 in E minor "New World."

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the fusion of classical music and contemporary dance, highlighting the evolution of the black classical arts and celebrating the legacy of Christel DeHaan. Reserve your tickets today and be part of this unforgettable musical journey.

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New World with Dance Kaleidoscope

Butler University

Symphony No. 9 (From the New World)

Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

Carnival Overture

Opening Weekend: Enigma Variations & Marsalis Violin Concerto

Elgin Symphony Orchestra

Afternoon of a Faun

Violin Concerto

Enigma Variations

Andres Lopera

Conductor

Events

17 - 19 May, 2024

New World with Dance Kaleidoscope · Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Conductor in Symphony No. 9 (From the New World) by Dvořák

Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

Conductor in Carnival Overture by Dvořák

Elgin Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Afternoon of a Faun by Debussy

Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

Conductor in Violin Concerto by Marsalis

Elgin Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Enigma Variations by Elgar

Elgin Symphony Orchestra

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