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July 2008:
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Tuesday, July 1
Bluegrass Tuesday
Location: The Square in Indianola
6:30 PM
Monroe Crossing- Veterans Appreciation
Tuesday, July 1
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: The Elixir of Love
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
The Elixir of Love
Gaetano Donizetti
Performed in English with English supertitles
Gaetano Donizetti wrote more than 70 operas during his lifetime, and among the most popular and enduring is The Elixir of Love. It tells the tale of the clever and beautiful Adina, her ardent admirer Nemorino, and the lengths to which he will go to win her heart. One of the great tenor arias in all of opera, ‘Una furtiva lagrima' will captivate the listener this summer as it has for generations past. Enjoy this delightful story of romance, good fortune, and living happily ever after.
Wednesday, July 2
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: A Masked Ball
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
A Masked Ball
Giuseppe Verdi
Performed in Italian with English supertitles
King Gustavus must choose between the loyal friendship of his trusted secretary, Anckarström, and his unrequited love for Anckarström's beautiful wife, Amelia. Meanwhile, the winds of political intrigue swirl around the king, as talk of assassination mounts. Combined with the fortune teller Ulrica's prediction that grave misfortune awaits Gustavus, the plot weaves these threads into the kind of drama that is found only in grand opera. This is another heroic work by Giuseppe Verdi, and one not to be missed on the DMMO stage.
Friday, July 4
Independence Day
Chamber office closed
Friday, July 4
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: Regina
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
2:00 PM
Regina
Marc Blizstein
Performed in English with English supertitles
Marc Blitzstein's Regina, based on the Lillian Hellman play The Little Foxes, captures the sounds of early twentieth century America in a score filled with jazz, ragtime and spiritual flavor. Set against the backdrop of the Deep South, where land equaled power, the opera delves into the frailty of humankind, from the lust for money to the heartbreak of faded memories in one Southern family with dreams of the good life. Hellman called the work “the most original of American operas, the most daring.” Many call it an American masterpiece.
Saturday, July 5
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: A Masked Ball
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
A Masked Ball
Giuseppe Verdi
Performed in Italian with English supertitles
King Gustavus must choose between the loyal friendship of his trusted secretary, Anckarström, and his unrequited love for Anckarström's beautiful wife, Amelia. Meanwhile, the winds of political intrigue swirl around the king, as talk of assassination mounts. Combined with the fortune teller Ulrica's prediction that grave misfortune awaits Gustavus, the plot weaves these threads into the kind of drama that is found only in grand opera. This is another heroic work by Giuseppe Verdi, and one not to be missed on the DMMO stage.
Sunday, July 6
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: The Elixir of Love
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
2:00 PM
The Elixir of Love
Gaetano Donizetti
Performed in English with English supertitles
Gaetano Donizetti wrote more than 70 operas during his lifetime, and among the most popular and enduring is The Elixir of Love. It tells the tale of the clever and beautiful Adina, her ardent admirer Nemorino, and the lengths to which he will go to win her heart. One of the great tenor arias in all of opera, ‘Una furtiva lagrima' will captivate the listener this summer as it has for generations past. Enjoy this delightful story of romance, good fortune, and living happily ever after.
Tuesday, July 8
Bluegrass Tuesday
Location: The Square in Indianola
6:30 PM
Farris Family Bluegrass
Tuesday, July 8
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: Regina
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
Regina
Marc Blizstein
Performed in English with English supertitles
Marc Blitzstein's Regina, based on the Lillian Hellman play The Little Foxes, captures the sounds of early twentieth century America in a score filled with jazz, ragtime and spiritual flavor. Set against the backdrop of the Deep South, where land equaled power, the opera delves into the frailty of humankind, from the lust for money to the heartbreak of faded memories in one Southern family with dreams of the good life. Hellman called the work “the most original of American operas, the most daring.” Many call it an American masterpiece.
Wednesday, July 9
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: The Elixir of Love
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
The Elixir of Love
Gaetano Donizetti
Performed in English with English supertitles
Gaetano Donizetti wrote more than 70 operas during his lifetime, and among the most popular and enduring is The Elixir of Love. It tells the tale of the clever and beautiful Adina, her ardent admirer Nemorino, and the lengths to which he will go to win her heart. One of the great tenor arias in all of opera, ‘Una furtiva lagrima' will captivate the listener this summer as it has for generations past. Enjoy this delightful story of romance, good fortune, and living happily ever after.
Thursday, July 10
Indianola Summer Celebration
Location: Indianola Town Square
Friday, July 11
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents: The Elixir of Love
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
The Elixir of Love
Gaetano Donizetti
Performed in English with English supertitles
Gaetano Donizetti wrote more than 70 operas during his lifetime, and among the most popular and enduring is The Elixir of Love. It tells the tale of the clever and beautiful Adina, her ardent admirer Nemorino, and the lengths to which he will go to win her heart. One of the great tenor arias in all of opera, ‘Una furtiva lagrima' will captivate the listener this summer as it has for generations past. Enjoy this delightful story of romance, good fortune, and living happily ever after.
Friday, July 11
Community State Bank/Focus Investment Center Starlight Cinema Outdoor Movie Land Before Time (Rated G)
Location: Memorial Park Rotary Amphitheater
9:15 PM
Make an unforgettable memory watching free family-friendly movies under the starts on a big 11' x 15' screen. Free popcorn courtesy of Fridley Paramount Theatres. Drinks and candy also available. Bring chairs and blankets for seating. Show sponsor: Indianola Parks & Recreation.
Saturday, July 12
Des Monies Metro Opera Presents: Regina
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
7:30 PM
Regina
Marc Blizstein
Performed in English with English supertitles
Marc Blitzstein's Regina, based on the Lillian Hellman play The Little Foxes, captures the sounds of early twentieth century America in a score filled with jazz, ragtime and spiritual flavor. Set against the backdrop of the Deep South, where land equaled power, the opera delves into the frailty of humankind, from the lust for money to the heartbreak of faded memories in one Southern family with dreams of the good life. Hellman called the work “the most original of American operas, the most daring.” Many call it an American masterpiece.
Sunday, July 13
Des Moines Metro Opera presents: A Masked Ball
Location: Blank Performing Arts Center, Simpson College
2:00 PM
A Masked Ball
Giuseppe Verdi
Performed in Italian with English supertitles
King Gustavus must choose between the loyal friendship of his trusted secretary, Anckarström, and his unrequited love for Anckarström's beautiful wife, Amelia. Meanwhile, the winds of political intrigue swirl around the king, as talk of assassination mounts. Combined with the fortune teller Ulrica's prediction that grave misfortune awaits Gustavus, the plot weaves these threads into the kind of drama that is found only in grand opera. This is another heroic work by Giuseppe Verdi, and one not to be missed on the DMMO stage.
Tuesday, July 15
Bluegrass Tuesday
Location: The Square in Indianola
6:30 PM
McPunk Brothers
Sunday, July 20
Peoples Bank Music in the Park - Greater Des Moines Community Band
Location: Memorial Park Rotary Amphitheater
7:00 PM
Free concert featuring the talents of over 60 area musicians ages 18-81! This year's program includes patriotic music, Big Band music and Japanese music in honor of the Kofu, Japan Community Band they will be hosting in August. Show sponsor: Shull & Co., P.C.
Tuesday, July 22
Bluegrass Tuesday
Location: The Square in Indianola
6:30 PM
Bluegrass Pals- White Fox
Wednesday, July 23 - Monday, July 28
Warren County Fair
Location: Warren County Fairgrounds
Friday, July 25 - Saturday, August 2
National Balloon Classic
Location: National Balloon Classic Grounds
Saturday, July 26
Arts & Crafts Festival
Location: Indianola Town Square
Saturday, July 26
Touch a Truck
Location: Goodwill Industries Parking Lot, 404 N Howard Street
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Kids of all ages are invited to climb up and sit behind the wheel of your favorite big rigs. Join us for this FREE event immediately following the National Balloon Classic Parade.
Sponsored by Indianola Parks & Recreation.
Tuesday, July 29
Bluegrass Tuesday
Location: The Square in Indianola
6:30 PM
Bluegrass Fools 'We're fools for Blugrass"- Bittersweet revival
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