Opera Theater Oregon Presents- Opera vs. Cinema: LaBoheme vs. Sunrise, All Ages Welcome
July 13, 2012
7:00 PM
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
About “La Bohème vs. Sunrise”
Don’t miss the final installment of Opera Theater Oregon’s popular “Opera vs. Cinema” series, which pairs forgotten silent films with live, entirely improvised accompaniment from favorite operas. “La Bohème vs. Sunrise” combines one of the greatest silent films of all time with one of the most beloved operas of all time.
‘Sunrise,’ (1927) also known as ‘A Song of Two Humans,’ tells the story of a city woman who attempts to persuade a farmer to drown his wife. Directed by F. W. Murnau (‘Nosferatu’), the film won Best Actress (Janet Gaynor), Best Cinematography and “Best Picture, Unique and Artistic Production” at the first-ever Academy Awards in 1929. Murnau’s dreamy fable of jealousy, betrayal, forgiveness and renewed love was made at the very end of the silent film era, just as “The Jazz Singer” was coming out in theaters. Roger Ebert praised the film for camera work “that was apparently weightless, that could fly, that could move through physical barriers.”
Pianist Douglas Schneider, saxophonist Kim Reece and soprano Helen Funston team up in a trio improvisation to provide a new, never-to-be repeated score for Murnau’s masterpiece, taking musical inspiration from Puccini’s beloved opera “La Bohème.”
"La Bohème vs. Sunrise” promises to be a treat for all the senses, and a perfect summer evening outing! Enjoy a meal and operatic cocktail specials such as the “Puccini Sunrise,” the “Mimì Martini” and “Musetta’s Schmaltz.”
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About Opera Theater Oregon
Opera Theater Oregon is a 501(c)3 nonprofit devoted to making opera "Safe for America." We feature innovative and entertaining operatic performances at surprisingly affordable prices, proudly featuring local talent and presenting in comfortable venues where you can relax, enjoy a meal or cocktail, and engage with opera on an intimate level.
We are thrilled to be a resident opera company at the 300-seat Mission Theater. There's not a bad seat in the house, and you can pair your opera with a meal and a cocktail or McMenamins brew. We look forward to seeing you at one of our shows!
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