Cirque and the ESO collaborate to create illuminating feats of artistry - Mar. 20 & 21

Robbins Pops

World-class feats of artistry synchronize with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in

Cirque de la Symphonie

Friday, March 20^th, 2009 ’Äì 8:00 pm

Saturday, March 21^st, 2009 ’Äì 2:00 pm* & 8:00 pm

(*Saturday matinee added due to popular demand!)

Edmonton, AB ’Ķ Imagine the dazzling performances of Cirque artists combined with the incredible musical experience of a full symphony. In one of the most anticipated concerts of the ESO season, Cirque de la Symphonie, for the first time, brings the magic of Cirque to the Winspear Centre in this illuminating collaboration of artistry with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO). World-class performers will astound audience members with their flawless execution of astonishing acrobatics, pushing the boundaries of imaginative athleticism. Aerial flyers, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers, and strongmen add a stunning visual enhancement to the sounds of popular contemporary music and classical masterpieces, performed by the ESO and led by Music Director William Eddins.

It will be a stimulating experience for the eyes and ears. Don’Äôt miss this incredibly unique synergy of orchestral music and the spectacle of Cirque. Best seats are available for Saturday’Äôs matinee performance. Ticket prices for all three performances range from $24 to $79 (agency fees apply). Tickets are available through the Winspear Centre Box Office. On Friday evening, the Grant MacEwan Jazz Combo will be performing in the lobby, beginning at approximately 7:15 pm.

The next performance of the Robbins Pops series takes place on May 1st and 2nd, and features guest conductor Jeff Tyzik and vocalist/trumpeter Byron Stripling in Nothin’Äô But the Blues.

This series is generously supported by Bill & Mary Jo Robbins.

Friday’Äôs evening performance is generously sponsored by Deloitte.

Saturday’Äôs matinee performance is generously sponsored by Bennett Jones.

Media Sponsor: The Edmonton Journal