2015 Feb
News: REVIEW: Orchestra, TCR create some enchanted evening
Rodgers & Hammerstein classics get extra touch of class at the Paramount Theatre CEDAR RAPIDS – Rodgers & Hammerstein Classics in Concert! is more than just a grand night for…
Press: Release: Orchestra Iowa and Ballet Quad Cities present Sleeping Beauty
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orchestra Iowa and Ballet Quad Cities continue their partnership in this masterpiece Saturday, April 11, 7:30 PM, Cedar Rapids Paramount Theatre Sunday, April 12, 2:30 PM, Cedar…
Blog: Talks with Tim: Beethoven and the Bard
Hard to believe that as recent as the 1930’s the music of Sibelius was vastly more popular than Beethoven. Since then, tastes have waxed and waned, making it fascinating to…
Press: Autumn Abroad on Iowa Public Radio Symphonies of Iowa
This week’s Symphonies of Iowa broadcast features Orchestra Iowa’s Autumn Abroad Chamber Concert. This statewide broadcast can be heard on Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. and Monday, March…
News: REVIEW: 'Romeo & Juliet' ballet aswirl in romance and elegance
Orchestra Iowa, Ballet Quad Cities create pas de deux for the ages CEDAR RAPIDS – Cupid made a perfect match in pairing Orchestra Iowa with Ballet Quad Cities, and together…
News: REVIEW: Romeo, Juliet, and Fate
I can think of few Valentine’s Day plans more romantic than going to the ballet. What could make it even more swoon-worthy? Three little words: Romeo and Juliet. On Valentine’s…
Press: Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre's Michalicek Announces Retirement
For Immediate Release The Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre’s longtime Director of Development and Operations, Virginia Michalicek, has announced her retirement at the conclusion of the company’s 2014-2015 season. By the…