CARMINA BURANA by Tulsa Ballet

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Tulsa Performing Arts Center
May 21st-22nd 8pm, May 23rd 3pm

CARMINA BURANA
Choreographer- Ma Cong
Composer- Carl Orff
With Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and Tulsa Oratorio Chorus

Ma Cong's modern interpretation expresses all the elements found in Carl Orff's majestic score. Based on the 800-year-old poetry written by the monks of a thirteenth-century Benedictine monastery, this powerful work celebrates the "pleasures of life" amidst a beautiful stained glass set while accompanied by live chorus and symphony orchestra for a spectacular evening of music and dance.

THE VERTIGINOUS THRILL OF EXACTITUDE
Choreographer- William Forsythe
Composer- Franz Schubert
With Tulsa Symphony Orchestra

Choreographer William Forsythe, known for his deconstructive reconsideration of the possibilities of classical ballet, utilizes classically based movement to craft one of the most exciting, fast-paced ballets ever created!

To purchase tickets: visit www.tulsaballet.org, call 749-6006 or in person at the Tulsa Ballet Box Office, 45th and Peoria

Discounts available for Groups, Seniors or Children

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