Offenbach’s fictionalized take on the life and loves of the German Romantic writer E.T.A. Hoffmann is a fascinating psychological journey.

Mariusz Kwiecien brings his youthful and sensual interpretation of Mozart’s timeless anti-hero to the Met, under the direction of Tony Award-winning director Michael Grandage and with James Levine conducting.

 Rossini’s vocally dazzling comedy stars bel canto sensation Juan Diego Flórez in the title role of this Met production.

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship, adapted by Bill Van Horn from the Russian folktale by Andrew Lang Few, had faith in the Fool of the World. But the Fool of the World was determined to prove everyone wrong. When the Czar declares he will marry his daughter to the man who brings him a flying ship, the Fool sets off on an adventure to change his life. Along the way he learns the power of believing in yourself, the value of friendship, and the importance of following your dreams.

Gretchen Parlato has been turning heads ever since she won the 2004 Thelonious Monk Institute International Vocal Competition. Her sultry, intriguing voice and unique, rhythmically agile phrasing came with inescapable centripetal force; the more intimate and understated she sang, the more she drew listeners in.

If we tell you about the members of this amazing band, you might not need to read much further: Cyril Neville – Percussion and Vocals Devon Allman – Guitar and Vocals Mike Zito – Guitar and Vocals Charlie Wooton – Bass Yonrico Scott – Drums Before they even hit a chord, Royal Southern Brotherhood have your attention. At the mere mention of the Allman and Neville Brothers a magic spell is cast on music lovers. Conversation falls silent, hats are tipped in respect, and glasses raised in salute.

With a lineup of Cyril Neville and Devon Allman and Mike Zito and Charlie Wooron, the Royal Southern Brotherhood come pre-loaded with expectations.

The Farmington Art in the park is a one day gathering of area artists presenting their work at Meetinghouse park in Farmington. The show is open to painters, photographers, and fine craftsmen. The event is in conjunction with the Farmington Summer Festival.

Come to Bethel and enjoy the fresh mountain air and fire & ice bonfire, Nordic, Alpinem and Snowshoe events.