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Contact:
Public Relations Director
The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
Phone: 407/896-6700 x 223
Fax: 407/896-5512
gmiller@orlandophil.org
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(Orlando, FL – February 28, 2008) - The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra proudly presents The Springs Concert 2008: Dancing Under the Stars, an outdoor concert featuring the Orlando Philharmonic performing on a stage built right on the beautiful body of water known as Sanlando Springs. The concert is held on Saturday, May 3, 2008, at The Springs Community, 400 Woodbridge Road, Longwood. Gates open at 5:00 PM. The concert begins at 8:00 PM. The Orlando Philharmonic is delighted to continue this concert tradition, which has become the orchestra’s most popular concert of the year and a social event not to be missed.
Imagine a stunning Florida sunset while sipping your favorite brand of wine, entertained by a full symphony orchestra. The temperature is indicative of a luscious spring night. Egrets, turtles and a sparkling, clear spring lake are the backdrop for the 55-piece orchestra and guest artists. You’ve just envisioned the Orlando Philharmonic’s Concert at The Springs!
Now in its fifth year, this year's event promises to be more entertaining than ever as the Orlando Philharmonic takes you Dancing Under the Stars. On the program is a variety of contemporary and classic dance music like the lively and flirtatious cha cha, the smooth sounds of the foxtrot, the swinging sounds of the jive, the sensuous sounds of the Latin dances – like the mambo, samba, and tango, and the music of the ever-popular and elegant waltz.
Principal Pops and Resident Conductor Andrew Lane returns to conduct the orchestra in this outdoor celebration. Featured vocalist Michelle Amato lends her musical talents to some of your favorite tunes. The evening’s entertainment is highlighted with a dance contest featuring some of the most recognizable faces in the community.
Pack a picnic basket with your favorite food and beverages, grab a blanket or low lawn chair and sit back and enjoy a warm spring evening under the stars, filled with beautiful music and good friends. And because this event falls on Kentucky Derby day, hats and Derby-themed picnics are encouraged! Alcoholic beverages are permitted for patrons 21 and older. Lawn seating is on a first come first served basis.
Tickets to The Springs Concert 2008: Dancing Under the Stars are presently on sale. Advance tickets are $30 and can be purchased through the Philharmonic’s Box Office at 407-770-0071, on the Philharmonic’s web site at www.orlandophil.org and, beginning on March 19, at the Springs Business Office at 400 Woodbridge Road, Longwood (by phone, 407-862-3881) and at Petty’s Meats and Specialty Foods, 2141 W. SR 434, Longwood. Tickets can be purchased at the door beginning at 5:00 PM the day of the performance. There are no senior, children or student discounts. All tickets purchased on the day of the performance are $35. The Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra sponsor a VIP Clubhouse, complete with complimentary food, beer and wine provided by Meiner’s Catering. A dinner buffet will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 PM inside the clubhouse, with dinner seating available at tables under the trees. VIP concert seating is located on the lawn in front of the Spring. Chairs are provided for VIP patrons. VIP patrons also receive preferred parking. VIP tickets are $110, and can be purchased at the same locations as general admission tickets. This special concert event sells out each year, so order your tickets early. Remember, VIP tickets are limited and usually sell out first. Corporate and patron tables are available in the VIP area for $1,350 for a table of ten. Event sponsorships begin at $5,000. For information on VIP and corporate packages, company parties or sponsorship opportunities, phone Heather Rybka, event coordinator, at 407-496-7306.
The Springs Concert 2008: Dancing Under the Stars is sponsored in part by The CED Construction Companies (Presenting Sponsor), Epoch Properties (Orchestra Sponsor), Massey Services (Guest Artist Sponsor), Greg and Dottie Clendenin (Dance Sponsor), Harriett Lake (The Springs Community Sponsor), the Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra (VIP Clubhouse Sponsor), Arthur Murray Dance Studios (Dance Competition Sponsor) Meiner’s Catering and Bubbalous Bodacious Bar-B-Que, Joyce & John McLeod, WKMG-Local 6, Seminole Arts Council. The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra is proud to partner with The Springs Community to bring this concert tradition to Seminole County. So grab a blanket, a picnic basket and good friends for an evening to remember at The Springs Concert 2008: Dancing Under the Stars. To purchase tickets, phone 407-770-0071 or visit www.OrlandoPhil.org.
A Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 8:00 PM. If the weather is inclement on May 3, phone the Orlando Philharmonic at 407-770-0071 after 4:00 PM for updates.
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