MAY
May 23 Boys & Girls Choir of Harlem Alumni Ensemble. The alumni choir features a variety of vocal styles ranging from classical, gospel, spiritual, jazz, and R&B. The ensemble is unique for its flexibility in offering mixed (male/female) as well as all male and all female choirs, with groups consisting of 10 to 40 singers. $25. 8 pm. Spa Little Theater. 518-584-9330
May 27 SPAC Special Event. Coldplay. $103.50, $83.50, $65.50. Lawn $41. 7:30 pm.
May 29 Rachael Price and the Rachael Price Trio. Young, gifted...Price casts a sultry spell – The Washington Post. Twenty-three year old jazz vocalist – "a more powerful Ella Fitzgerald" --will perform a section of American Standards-a tribute to Ella, Doris, Nat King Cole and others as well as selections from her latest release, The Good Hours. 8 pm. $25. Spa Little Theatre. 518-584-9330
May 30 Arturo O'Farrill Orchestra. Grammy®-nominated pianist, composer, educator and winner of the Latin Jazz USA Outstanding Achievement Award. $25. 8 pm. Spa Little Theatre. 518-584-9330.
JUNE
June 4 Irish Tenors Concert & Cocktail Reception. 8 pm. $50 concert only. $125 for concert and Hall of Springs Reception. Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
June 6 SPAC Special Event. WFLY 92.3 Summer Jam. Noon. $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. Lawn $15.
June 11 Paul Taylor Dance Company. Performing Mercuric Tidings, Changes and Beloved Renegade. 8 pm. $25.
June 12 & 13 SPAC Special Event. Dave Matthews Band. $75. Lawn $40.50. 7 pm.
June 16 SPAC Special Event. New Kids on the Block with Jabbawockeez. $85, $65, $54 Lawn $16. 7 pm.
June 23 SPAC Special Event. 311 w/Ziggy Marley. $38.50. Lawn $20. 7 pm.
June 27-28 FREIHOFER'S JAZZ FESTIVAL. This two-day event is a veritable who’s who of jazz featuring jazz legends as well as noteworthy newcomers. Enjoy Southern-style refreshments and fine-arts and exhibits and sale on the SPAC grounds.
DAY ONE of two jam-packed days and nights of jazz amidst one of the most spectacular park settings in the country. The casual approach taken by the facility allows families to take advantage of the spacious grounds with tents, gatherings, picnics and umbrellas. The varied display of craftspeople add to the festive weekend atmosphere. A unique feature is the Gazebo stage. Strategically located on SPAC's back lawn, the gazebo serves as a showcase for emerging talents across the jazz spectrum and a space that allows fans a more up-close musical experience.
Highlights of the Festival.
Patti LaBelle, the "Queen of Rock and Soul, The Gary Burton Quartet Revisited featuring five time Grammy winner Gary Burton with jazz guitarist Pat Metheny, bass guitarist Steve Swallow and drummer Antonio Sanchez. Herbie Hancock, Drummer and recent NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Cobb, joined by members of his "So What Band", Wallace Roney, Vincent Herring, Javon Jackson, Larry Willis & Buster Williams, Dred Scott Trio, Grammy award winner Wallace Roney, and the John Ellis Quartet.
Also SMV – Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten; Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Mark Morganelli’s Jazz Forum Brazil Project, Kendra Shank Quartet, La Timbistica and the Berklee Latin All-Stars.
DAY TWO.
George Benson, accompanied by a 28-piece orchestra, The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Bettye Lavette, Georg Coleman Quartet, Gino Sitson $, Grace Kelly Band, New Orleans trombone/brass funk band Bonerama, critically acclaimed pianist Aaron ParksRalph Alessi & This Against That, and Dynamic, young jazz guitarist and composer Julian Lage in his first Festival appearance.
JULY
July 2 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Madama Butterfly. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 6:30. Performance 7:30 p.m $25 - $80.. Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 3 SPAC Special Event - Def Leppard with Poison and Cheap Trick. Inside $125, $89, $59 and $39. Lawn $29.50. 7 pm.
July 3 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Don Pasquale. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 6:30. Performance 7:30 p.m. $25 - $80.Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 4 SPAC Special Event – Styx and REO Speedwagon with special guest .38 Special. $55, $35 Lawn $20. 7 pm.
July 5 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Madama Butterfly. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 1pm. Performance 2 p.m. $25 - $80 Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 7 New York City Ballet. Performing Mercurial Manoeuvres (Wheeldon/Shostakovich), Romeo and Juliet Pas de Deux (Lavery/ Prokofiev), Symphony in Three Movements (Balanchine/Stravinski, and Theme and Variations. 12 and under Free on the lawn. 8 pm.
July 7 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Don Pasquale. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 1pm. Performance 2 p.m. $25 - $80 Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 8 New York City Ballet. Performing Concerto Barocco (Balanchine/Bach), The Cage (Robbins/Stravinski), Firebird (Balanchine & Robbins/Stravinski). 12 and under Free on the lawn. 8 pm.
July 8 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Madama Butterfly. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 1pm. Performance 2 p.m. $25 - $80 Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 9 New York City Ballet. Performing Mercurial Manoeuvres (Wheeldon/Shostakovich), Romeo and Juliet Pas de Deux (Lavery/ Prokofiev), Symphony in Three Movements /Blanchine/Stravinski, and Theme and Variations. 12 and under Free on the lawn.2 pm.
July 9 New York City Ballet. Performing Concerto Barocco (Balanchine/Bach, The Cage (Stravinski/Robbins), Papillons (Martins/Schumann), Theme and Variations (Balanchine/Tchaikovsky). Upscale beer and wine tastings and other events for couples. 12 & under Free on lawn. 8 pm.
July 9 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Don Pasquale. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free
Opera Preview at 1pm. Performance 2 p.m. $25 - $80. Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 10 New York City Ballet. Performing Donizetti Variations (Balanchine/Donizetti, The Cage (Robbins), and Firebird (Balanchine, Robbins) Family Friday night - Children and families can enjoy free Stewart’s ice cream, strolling magicians, face painting and more, before the evening performance. 12 and under Free on the lawn.8 pm.
July 10 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Madama Butterfly. Sung in Italian with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 6:30. Performance 7:30 p.m. $25 - $80 Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 11 New York City Ballet. Performing Donizetti Variations (Balanchine/Donizetti), Papillons (Martins/Schumann), Symphony in Three Movements (Balanchine/Stravinski), Romeo and Juliet Pas de Deux (Lavery/Prokofiev). 12 and under Free on the lawn.8 pm. 518-584-9330
July 11 New York City Ballet. The Ballet Gala Performing Stars and Stripes (Balanchine/Sousa arr Kay), Hallelujah Junction (Martins/Adams), Tarantella (Balanchine/ Gottshalk), Slaughter on Tenth Avenue (Balanchine/ Rodgers). Fireworks after the ballet! 8 pm. 518-584-9330
July 11 Eleanor Roosevelt’s New Deal. An opera in development by Lake George Opera. This new opera tells the fascinating and strangely parallel story of a world almost a century away that looks uncannily like our own in the 21st century. 1 pm. $60. Students/Seniors $25. Spa Little Theater. 518-584-4427
July 11 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Don Pasquale. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 6:30. Performance 7:30 p.m. $25 - $80 Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 12 Lake George Opera at Saratoga presents Madama Butterfly. Sung in original language with projected English titles. Free Opera Preview at 1pm. Performance 2 p.m. $25 - $80 Spa Little Theater. 518-587-4427
July 14 New York City Ballet. Performing Swan Lake (Balanchine/Tchaikovsky), The Four Temperaments (Balanchine/ Hindemith), plus a New Millepied Ballet. 8 pm.
July 15 New York City Ballet. Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of SPAC’s commissioning of Coppelia. (Balanchine and Danilova, after Petipa/Delibes) American Girl Night will feature tea parties, crafts and giveaways. Lawn admission for children 12 and under is $5. 8 pm.
July 16 New York City Ballet. Performing Scotch Symphony (Balanchine/Mendelssohn), Hallelujah Junction (Martins/Adams), A Simple Symphony (Barak/Britten) and The Four Temperaments (Balanchine/ Hindemith). 12 and under Free on the lawn.2 pm.
July 16 New York City Ballet. Performing Swan Lake (Balanchine/Tchaikovsky), The Four Temperaments (Balanchine/Hindemith) plus a New Spring Millepied Ballet. Upscale beer and wine tastings and other events for couples. 12 and under Free on the lawn.8 pm.
July 17 New York City Ballet. Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of SPAC’s commissioning of Coppelia. (Balanchine and Danilova, after Petipa/Delibes) Family Friday night - Children and families can enjoy free Stewart’s ice cream, strolling magicians, face painting and more, before the evening performance. 12 and under Free on the lawn.8 pm.
July 18 New York City Ballet. Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of SPAC’s commissioning of Coppelia. (Balanchine and Danilova, after Petipa/Delibes) 12 and under Free on the lawn.2 pm
July 18 New York City Ballet. Final performance of the 2009 season. Performing Scotch Symphony (Balanchine/ Mendelssohn), A Simple Symphony (Barak/Britten) Symphony in Three Movements (Balanchine/Stravinsky) 12 and under Free on the lawn. Fireworks after the ballet! 8 pm.
July 20 Mark Morris Dance Group. Performing Bedtime, All Fours & V. 8 pm. $40. Saratoga Performing Arts Center.
July 21 Mark Morris Dance Group. Performing Bedtime, All Fours & V. 2 pm. $25.
July 21 Mark Morris Dance Group. Performing NLSW (New Love Song Waltzes), Bedtime and Grand Duo. 8 pm. $40.
July 22 SPAC Special Event - Nickelback with Hinder, Saving Abel and Papa Roach. $84.50, $64.50. Lawn $40. 6 pm.
July 24 SPAC Special Event - Jackson Browne. $65. $45. 7:30 pm.
July 28 SPAC Special Event – Crosby, Stills & Nash. 7:30 pm. $66 & $36. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
AUGUST
August 4 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival. Special guest artists Yefim Bronfman, piano and Chantal Juillet, violin. Performing Brahms Sonata in E# Major opus 120 Nº 2, Tchaikowski Dumka for solo piano, and Dvorak String quintet in G Major. 8 pm. $41.50, $36.50. SPA Little Theater.
August 5 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Copland. Lincoln Portrait. Narrated by Alec Baldwin, Brahms Piano Concerto No. 2, Yefim Bronfman Piano, and Mussorgsky-Ravel Pictures at an Exhibition. 8 pm. Under 12 Free on the lawn. 6 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Grieg Piano Concerto, André Watts Piano, Berlioz Roman Carnival Overture and Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 7 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival Degas and Friends. Special guests: Jean-Frederic Neuburger, piano, Chantal Juillet, violin and the Wister Quartet performing Mozart Sonata for violin and piano in e minor, Satie Three Gymnopedies for solo piano, Debussy String Quartet, Chausson Concert for violin, piano and string quartet. Special performance at the Hyde Museum. includes a pre-performance cocktail reception and access to the Degas & Music exhibition area, the chamber music performance and a post-performance reception with Mr. Neuberger and the chamber artists. $75. Hyde Collection, 161 Warren St. Glens Falls. 518-798-0366
August 7 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Jeff Tyzik Conductor. Performing Pops: Magical Movie Music. Selections from Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King and more, plus excerpts from Hollywood classics. Family Friday night - Children and families can enjoy free Stewart’s ice cream, strolling magicians, face painting and more, before the evening performance. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 8 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Mendelssohn Violin Concerto Joshua Bell Violin, Ravel Valses nobles et sentimentales and Dvorák Symphony No. 9 ("From the New World") Fireworks after the performance. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 9 SPAC Special Event – OAR. Main Amphitheater. 7:30 pm. $35. Lawn. $20. 518-584-9330
August 9 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival. With Andre Watts & Chantal Juillet. Performing Rossini Sonata a quarto, Ravel Ma Mère L' oye for 2 harps, Krumpholz Duo Nº 1 in F major for 2 harps, and Schubert Quintet for piano and strings (The Trout). 2:15 pm. $41.50, $36.50. SPA Little Theater. 10 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival. Degas and Friends. Special guests: Jean-Frederic Neuburger, piano, Chantal Juillet, violin and the Wister Quartet performing Mozart Sonata for violin and piano Kv 304 in e minor, Satie Three Gymnopedies for solo piano, Debussy String Quartet, Chausson Concert for violin, piano and string quartet. 8 pm. $35. $41.50, $36.50. SPA Little Theater. 518-584-9330
August 11 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival. Once in a lifetime! Just imagine Yo-Yo Ma and Emanual Ax, together on the same stage. Program will include Beethoven Sonata Nº 4 for cello and piano....and other surprises!!! 7 pm. $46.50, $41.50. SPA Little Theater. 518-584-9330
August 12 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Lalo Cello Concerto and Schumann Cello Concerto performed by Yo-Yo Ma Cello, Ranjbaran Saratoga Overture, and Ravel Suite No. 2 from Daphnis and Chloé. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. SPAC 518-584-9330
August 13 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4 Emanuel Ax Piano, Mozart Overture to The Marriage of Figaro and Shostakovich Symphony No. 5. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 14 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Pops: Broadway Rocks! Erich Kunzel Conductor. Family Friday night - Children and families can enjoy free Stewart’s ice cream, strolling magicians, face painting and more, before the evening performance. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 15 The Philadelphia Orchestra. An Evening with Degas. Gil Shaham Violin. Performing Massenet "Meditation," from Thaïs, Sarasate Fantasy on Bizet's Carmen, Bizet Suite No. 2 from L'Arlésienne, Chabrier España, Debussy "Clair de lune," from Suite Bergamasque, Sarasate Concert Fantasy on themes of Gounod's Faust, Saint-Saëns "Bacchanale," from Samson and Delilah, Offenbach Overture to Orpheus in the Underworld. The concert will be accompanied by images of Degas’ works on the large cinema screens. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 16 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival presents A Little Nightmare Music. Richard Hyung-ki Joo, piano and Aleksey Igudesman, violin. This is a unique show, full of virtuosity, enchanting music and zany, outrageous humor. 2:15 pm. $41.50, $36.50. SPA Little Theater. 518-584-9330
August 16 SPAC Special Event – Phish. $49.50 Inside or lawn. 7:30 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 18 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival presents Philadelphian Flair and Parisian Chic. Performing Beethoven Duo for violin and cello, Prokofiev Sonata for flute and piano in D Major, Poulenc Sonata for oboe and piano, Mendelssohn Piano Trio Nº 2 in c minor. Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano and Chantal Juillet, violin. 8 pm. $41.50, $36.50. SPA Little Theater. 518-584-9330
August 19 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Ravel Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, Jean-Yves Thibaudet Piano, Liszt Totentanz, Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances, and Ravel La Valse. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 20 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Thursday Night Date Night* Marvin Hamlisch Conductor. A program of Pops by great American Composers. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 21 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing a Tchaikovsky Spectacular. Tchaikovsky Polonaise from Eugene Onegin, Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto, Arabella Steinbacher Violin, Tchaikovsky Rococo Variations, for cello and orchestra Sol Gabetta Cello, Tchaikovsky 1812 Overture with live cannons and fireworks. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 22 The Philadelphia Orchestra. Performing Rossini Overture to William Tell, Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Kirill Gerstein Piano, Grieg Suite No. 1 from Peer Gynt, Falla Suite No. 2 from The Three-Cornered Hat, Ravel Bolero. 8 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
August 23 Saratoga Chamber Music Festival performing Stravinsky Duo Concertant for violin and piano, Ravel Sonata for violin and cello, and Brahms Piano quartet in A Major. Kirill Gerstein, piano, and Chantal Juillet, violin & viola. 2:15 pm. $41.50, $36.50. SPA Little Theater. 518-584-9330
August 26 SPAC Special Event – The Moody Blues. 8 pm. $40 & $50. Inside or lawn. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
SEPTEMBER
September 1 SPAC Special Event – Crue-Fest 2. $106, $86, $60.50 Lawn $29.50. 5 pm. Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
September 3 SPAC Special Event – Toby Keith Main Amphitheater. 518-584-9330
ATTENTION BALLET & ORCHESTRA LOVERS
THE JAZZ BAR. The intimate indoor/outdoor bar adjacent to the Hall of Springs is the perfect place to enjoy pre-performances cocktails as well as a relaxing spot for drinks at intermission or after the performance. The Jazz Bar will be featuring pre-classical performance drink specials throughout the season.
PRE-PERFORMANCE ARTS BUFFET. Stop in at the historic Hall of Springs for the popular Arts Buffet offered before all New York City Ballet and The Philadelphia Orchestra performances. The menu includes a variety of cheeses, antipasto, assorted soups, salads, pasta selections and a carving station. And don't forget the fabulous dessert display - be sure to save some room! Luncheon before Ballet matinees begins @ 12 Noon, and dinner begins @ 5:30 PM. Call 518-583-3003 for reservations.
PICNIC ON THE LAWN UNDER THE STARS. SPAC is one of the few performing arts venues whose sloping lawn is perfectly suited to fully view the amphitheatre while enjoying a picnic on the lawn with friends. Bring your own or buy one there. A fabulous picnic-style dinner for two available for all New York City Ballet and The Philadelphia Orchestra performances. Each SPAC Pack Includes 2 entrées, 2 two sides, 2 jumbo cookies, 2 bottles of Saratoga Water ,2 two bags of Terra Chips and 1 Bottle of Wine, choose Chardonnay, Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon. $39.95 each (includes sales tax). Special Kids Pack includes Peanut Butter & Jelly Pocket, Vegetable & Dip Pack, Pretzels, Fresh Fruit & Juice Box. $9.95 ea. All orders must be prepaid with a valid credit card by calling 518-583.3003
PRE-PERFORMANCE TALKS. Ticket holders may enrich their SPAC experience. Noted artists and experts in dance and music present insights before every ballet and orchestra performance. $5. Call 518-584-9330 ext. 113 to reserve.
USEFUL INFORMATION
CLASSICAL EVENTS
Parking Information. The main parking lot is located off Rte 50 and is open from dawn to the end of the event. Gates open 1 ½ hours before show time. There is additional parking available in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Ground Rules. Light Fare, food, wine and beer are available for sale on the grounds. Adult beverages are served in the informal Jazz Bar in the Hall of Springs before most classical performances and during intermission. Guests are welcome to bring the following items: Picnic, Wine or beer, Blankets. Strollers, Binoculars, Back-packs, Purses, and Small lawn chairs.
Persons with Disabilities.
Handicap parking is available in our main lot off Rte. 50 – it is also possible to drive to the main entrance and drop people off and then park your vehicle. Benches are provided in this area. The theatre runs mini-shuttles to and from both gates. The carts will transport you as close as possible to your section in the theatre. During intermissions and at the end of the performance the carts will pick you up where they dropped you off and return you to the main gate. Phonic Ear is provided for those that may need assistance in hearing the event being presented. Please ask ushers for assistance. Handicap bathrooms are located in our concession area. When ordering tickets – please be sure to tell the person taking your order of any special arrangements you may need ie: sight, hearing, or seating.
JAZZ FESTIVAL
No Pets, Roller-blades. Skateboards or Bikes. No Video or Recording Equipment - Cameras OK. No Grills, Hibachis or Cooking Equipment. No Beer Kegs or Beer Balls
SPAC SPECIAL EVENTS - LIVE NATION
Guests are welcome to bring the following items:
Food (in a clear, 1 gallon plastic bag), Factory sealed water bottles up to 1 gallon, Blankets, Strollers, Binoculars, Backpacks, Purses, Small lawn chairs, Ponchos and rain jackets.
Parking Information.
The main parking lot is located off Rte 50 and opens approximately 3 hours before show time. Gates open approximately 1 ½ hours before show time. There is additional parking available in the Saratoga Spa State Park. For sold out performances, the State Park Police may guide you to certain parking areas within the Park.
