Extra, extra! Read all about it! Step into the streets of 1920s New York City, where a
newspaper boy has a chance encounter with the famous composer George
Gershwin, and together they explore the many sights and sounds of the city.
Gershwin shares anecdotes about his life and musical passion and a bonding
friendship develop as the two explore the vast melting pot of American music. As
the orchestra magically weaves Gershwin’s greatest hits into the drama, the master
composer shares some of his musical inspiration and quickly learns that his new
friend has musical talent too… but can the boy find the magic key to unlock his own
musical potential?
Family and student audiences will be captivated by more than twenty of Gershwin’s
most popular compositions from classics like Porgy & Bess, American in Paris, Cuban
Overture, and Rhapsody in Blue to popular hits from the American Songbook
including I Got Rhythm, Stairway to Paradise, Someone to Watch Over Me,
and Fascinating Rhythm.
Gershwin’s Magic Key is a theatrical symphony concert exposing children and their
parents to the extraordinary life and musical masterpieces of one of the greatest
American composers of all time!
The music is magically woven into the drama as two actors share their anecdotes
and observations based on true incidents from the composer’s life. Presenting
history, drama, music and fun, this engaging concert is an ideal addition to any
children’s education program or family concert series. The performance is
approximately 50 minutes in length and is recommended for audiences age six and
up.
Endorsed by the Gershwin Family Interests and supported by the National
Endowment for the Arts, Gershwin’s Magic Key triumphantly premiered with the
National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in 2015
and has been delighting audiences around the world ever since.