Delta 2007 International Series (of Performances)
This year marks the 18th season of the Delta International Series at the fabulous Fox Theater. There will be five international performances beginning October 29. Each performance showcases a specific country’s unique culture through theater arts. According to Allan Vela, general manager of The Fox Theater:
This series provides the opportunity to venture into different cultures through music, dance and songs from around the world. The program choices have been inspired by recommendations from international consuls and interested patrons, and we are thrilled to present this series to the Atlanta community.
The Fox Theater, also known as the Fabulous Fox, is an Atlanta landmark built in the 1920s. It was originally opened as the headquarters for the Yaarab Temple Shrine Mosque which explains the Islamic design. The appearance of Egyptian decor is also evident which was influenced by the discovery of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. The Fox Theater seats 4,678 and has been used for broadway plays, movies, and other performances.
The five performances in the 2007 series include the following: (information courtesy of The Fox Theater website)
Tango Buenos Aires
October 29, 2007, 8:00p.m.
Individual ticket price: $40.00, $37.00, $35.00
Tango Buenos Aires brings the sensuality of the Tango art form from the streets to the ballroom to the stage at The Fox Theatre! Whipping legs, rapid twists and deep lunges of the elegantly dressed and highly trained dancers trace the spellbinding history of Tango from its origins in Latin America to its current status as the epitome of South American Soul.
Georgian State Dance Company
November 19, 2007, 8:00p.m.
Individual ticket price: $40.00, $37.00, $35.00
Filling the stage with color, feats of great strength, and classic elegance, the Russian Georgian State Dance Company portrays the essence of folk material combined with an artistic purpose. An onstage band impels the extraordinary speed of the dancers. The elaborate acrobatic swordplay and fiery dancing of over 40 Georgian men is airborne with kaleidoscopic geometry and military rigor. They explode into double air turns and land on their knees shins and toes! More than 20 women provide a calm contrast to the explosive energy as they glide on invisible feet, hidden beneath long, flaring dresses while watching the graceful symmetries of their dance unfold.
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and Band of the Coldstream Guards
March 10, 2008, 8:00p.m.
Individual ticket price: $38.00, $35.00, $27.00
The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards are Scotland’s only Regiment of Cavalry. They are famous for the outstanding sounds of their Pipes and Drums. The group held the top of the UK charts with “Amazing Grace” and can often be seen performing worldwide or at the Edinburgh Tattoo in Scotland. In existence for over 200 years, the Band of the Coldstream Guards is one of the oldest military bands in the world and the longest surviving Calvary of the Line in the British Army.
The Merry Widow – Performed by Czech Opera Prague
March 23, 2008, 8:00p.m.
Individual ticket price: $65.00, $55.00, $45.00
Often called “The Queen of Operettas,” this is certainly the most celebrated and successful show of its kind. Telling the timeless comedic story of a rich widow on a quest to find a husband, The Merry Widow, performed by the Czech Opera Prague will “charm its way into your heart.” The opera is performed in German with English super titles.
Carmen – Performed by the St. Petersburg Ballet
April 28, 2008, 8:00p.m.
Individual ticket price: $62.00, $50.00, $40.00
Direct from Russia, the St. Petersburg Ballet’s performs Carmen, a passionate story filled with love, jealousy and tragedy. Carmen is a stunning, Spanish gypsy who is a manipulative woman that leads men astray by her beauty and dancing. A strong-willed and destructive siren, her fierce passion wins the audience to her side and creates a breathtaking tale. As one of the seasons must see performances, the St. Petersburg Ballet’s ultimate femme fatale will perform to a full orchestra.
For subscription information and group sales, contact The Fox Theatre at (404) 881-2000. All performances are at The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta.
Mini subscriptions, include a minimum of three shows of your choice with a savings of 25 percent off the single-ticket price and are available through March 10, 2008. Subscriber benefits include access to the best seats, VIP access to the subscriber suite and exchange privileges.
Full season subscriptions include tickets to all five shows with a savings of 30 percent off the single-ticket price and are available through October 1, 2007. Full season subscriber benefits include all of the benefits in the Mini subscription plus 1,000 Delta Skymiles, free parking, and a Fox Theatre merchandise item. Subscription prices range from $131.00 to $176.00.
Single performance tickets are available beginning October 1, 2007 for all shows, through
The Fox Theatre Box Office, by phone at (404) 817-8700, Ticketmaster outlets and online at www.ticketmaster.com.
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