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Pops Extravaganza: Bernstein at 100

John Morris Russell returns to lead the National Orchestral Institute Philharmonic in the opening concert of the 2018 festival. This spectacular evening pays homage to the great American composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein as part of Leonard Bernstein at 100, a two-year global celebration of the life and career of the 20th century cultural giant with more than 2,000 events on six continents. Hear selections from West Side Story, Candide, On the Town and more!

Orchestra Unbound

Strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion - all the sections of the orchestra unbound and heard in vibrant works that showcase their color and virtuosity.

Program includes:

Antonín Dvořák: Serenade for Strings
Henri Tomasi: Fanfares Liturgiques for Brass Ensemble
Emile Bernard: Divertissement for Wind Instruments

with James Stern and Nicholas Platoff, conductors

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Beethoven's Second

Combining the demands of chamber music with orchestral performance, the musicians of NOI lead each other, performing chamber orchestra repertoire without a conductor.

Program:

Benjamin Britten: Suite on English Folk Songs 
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 9
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 2

with Sara Daneshpour, piano

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Copland, Gershwin, & Bernstein

In our continuing celebration of Leonard Bernstein at 100, James Judd conducts Bernstein's Songfest which was written as a tribute to the 1976 American Bicentennial and premiered in Washington, DC. Combining poetry from the likes of Frank O'Hara, Walt Whitman, Langston Hughes, and Gertrude Stein, the work draws a picture of America's past as seen through the eyes of an artist.  

Brahms' First

Internationally celebrated as a vibrant ambassador for music and an inspiring artistic leader, Ms. Falletta has conducted many of the world’s finest orchestras. Her program with the NOI Philharmonic includes Edward Elgar’s In the South and Johannes Brahms’ First Symphony.

Program:

  • Richard Strauss: Dance of the Seven Veils from Salome
  • Edward Elgar: In the South
  • Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 1

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Cyro Baptista: Family Art Day

The immensely creative Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista has collaborated with some of the greatest musicians on the planet. His own ensemble is a wild, unstoppable world beat percussive band that blends untamed percussion, tap dance, martial arts, samba, jazz, rock and funk. The musicians hail from all over the world, wear wild costumes and frequently leave their instruments to break into spontaneous dance. Join us for a special family-friendly performance by this popular band preceded by hands-on musical activities for kids and parents. Lunch will be provided.

Milk x Honey: Artist Series

Milk x Honey is a monthly performance series held at the MilkBoy ArtHouse. Hosted by the University of Maryland's Terpoets, this series strives to create a safe community for the creators of all medias and curate a unique artistic experience by showcasing the exceptional talent in the College Park area! Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Korey Richardson: Artist Talk & Reception

Join us for an artist talk and reception for Trail & Tribe, the newest exhibit at MilkBoy ArtHouse, featuring work by Korey Richardson.

Korey Richardson is a painter and printmaker, creating work that includes themes related to history, popular culture and identity. His structures, compositions and figures are inspired by the traditional expression and connection to the study of the African Diaspora and is also stylistically inspired by street art.

Rip the Floor 2018

Dynamic dance team presents the 2018 Rip the Floor Competition! Enjoy a night of amazingly talented showcasing and competing teams on April 15, 2018.

New Play Workshop

The TDPS New Play Workshop is an opportunity for actors to work with a director and playwright on the development of a brand new 10-minute play over the course of one week,culminating in a staged reading for an audience. Students will not be asked to memorize the scripts because the playwright will be rewriting throughout the week. Instead, students will bring their own creativity and generous collaboration into the room and contribute to the development of a brand new character and story.

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