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Enzian’s Annual Summer Series Showcases Renowned Performances from Prestigious Opera and Ballet Companies Around the World

Orlando, FL (June 27, 2012)—Enzian’s annual Opera and Ballet on the Big Screen Summer Series runs Sat. July 7 – Sat. Sept. 29 featuring an extraordinary lineup of performances filmed in high definition and showcased in spectacular digital cinema.

“Almost better than being there, this series gives you the best seat in the house at some of the world’s greatest venues,” said Enzian President Henry Maldonado. “These productions in HD with surround sound on the Enzian big screen bring you up close in an intimate and dynamic presentation. Plus, if you add a great Enzian brunch to the experience, what more can you ask for?”

Opera and ballet fans can purchase a season pass to either or both series and receive discounted admission and table reservation privileges. As always, Enzian Film Society members at the Contributor level and above may reserve a table to any opera or ballet performance and all regular programming year-round.

Tickets:
Complete Season Pass (All Six Performances): $96
Opera Season Pass (Three Performances): $49.50
Ballet Season Pass (Three Performances): $49.50
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20

Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.

Ballet on the Big Screen Schedule
Sat. July 7, 11 a.m.
ROMEO & JULIET (Royal Ballet)
With “Romeo and Juliet”, Kenneth MacMillan’s first full-length work for the Royal Ballet, both he and the Company struck artistic gold. Starring Lauren Cuthbertson and Federico Bonelli, the performance combined with a memorable score creates a 20th century ballet classic and a signature work of the Royal Ballet.
Ballet Season Pass (Three Performances): $49.50
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20
Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, (407) 629-1088
Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.
http://www.enzian.org/film/romeo_juliet_royal_ballet/

Sat. Sept. 1, 11 a.m.
THE SLEEPING BEAUTY (Bolshoi Ballet)
A treasured tale of fairies, spells, and storybook romance, “The Sleeping Beauty” is the ultimate classical ballet. Yuri Grigorovich’s adaptation of Marius Petipa’s choreography is paired with some of Tchaikovsky’s most memorable melodies.
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20
Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, (407) 629-1088
Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.
http://www.enzian.org/film/the_sleeping_beauty_bolshoi_ballet/

Sat. Sept. 29, 11 a.m.
LA FILLE MAL GARDEE (Royal Ballet)
Delightful comedy and virtuosic choreography abound in Frederick Ashton’s sunny and beloved production of “La Fille Mal Gardee” from the Royal Ballet starring Steven McRae, Roberta Marquez, Ludovic Ondiviela, Gary Avis, and Philip Mosley, the acclaimed male dancer who inspired the film and musical “Billy Elliot.” “La Fille Mal Gardee” is perfect for ballet newcomers and irresistible to audiences of all ages.
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20
Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, (407) 629-1088
Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.
http://www.enzian.org/film/la_fille_mal_gardee_royal_ballet/

Opera on the Big Screen Schedule
Sat. July 21, 11 a.m.
LA BOHEME (Liceu)
A warm coat, a glowing fire, a true friend, a lover’s kiss – “La Boheme” is the most romantic opera ever written. In this intimate and moving production from the Gran Teatre del Liceu, Puccini’s beloved melodies perfectly convey the palpitating desire of young, poor Parisian artists falling in love.
Opera Season Pass (Three Performances): $49.50
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20
Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, (407) 629-1088
Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.
http://www.enzian.org/film/la_boheme_gran_teatre_del_liceu/

Sat. Aug. 18, 11 a.m.
DON GIOVANNI (La Scala)
Mozart’s ultimate bad boy meets his match in Anna Netrebko, the opera world’s “hottest female star.” “Don Giovanni” stars Peter Mattei as the philandering Don, with Bryn Terfel as his sidekick Leporello and the velvety voiced Ms. Netrebko as the much-abused Donna Anna. This audience favorite, for both its surprisingly modern plot and soaring melodies, is broadcast from opening night at La Scala with Daniel Barenboim at the podium.
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20
Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, (407) 629-1088
Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.
http://www.enzian.org/film/don_giovanni_la_scala/

Sat. Sept. 15, 11 a.m.
TOSCA (Royal Opera House)
Lust, treachery, and heartbreaking passion: “Tosca” has it all, set to one of Puccini’s most gleaming scores. With bona fide stars Angela Gheorghiu, Jonas Kaufmann, and Bryn Terfel heading the cast, the Royal Opera House pulls out all the stops in this decadent production by Jonathan Kent.
Enzian Member Single Performance: $17.50
General Admission Single Performance: $20
Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland, (407) 629-1088
Purchase tickets at Enzian’s box office or Enzian.org.
http://www.enzian.org/film/tosca_royal_opera_house/

About Enzian:
Enzian is Central Florida’s only full-time, not-for-profit cinema for first-run independent and international films, classic revivals, documentary features, and select family entertainment. Enzian, a member-supported organization serving the community for 27 years, is home to Eden Bar and the internationally recognized Florida Film Festival.
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