Magyar News, 1993. szeptember-1994. augusztus (4. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1994-01-01 / 5. szám
THE HUNGARIAN STATE FOLK ENSEMBLE In 1990, The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble embarked on a triumphant tour of North America, following closely on the heels of their great success in 1984 and 1987. In 1984, 1987, and 1990, this spectacular ensemble toured coast-to-coast, hailed by critics in New York, Toronto, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Ottawa, Detroit, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco—a 12-week tour-de-force! Virtually every major U. S. and Canadian city was included, and every performance was a stunning success. This was repeatedly demonstrated by thunderous applause, shouts of joy and the highest critical acclaim. America is the 23rd country to be added to the Ensemble’s unbroken chain of sensational successes! The world famous Artistic Director Sándor Timar’s brilliant company, while preserving true Hungarian folk elements, presents them with theatricality and spectacle. These 70 performers are the best in the world of their kind: whirling dancers, a superb chorus and a virtuoso “show-stopping” orchestra, complete with gypsy violins, Hungarian cimbaloms and other typically ethnic instruments. Based in Budapest, the members of the company are handpicked from the very best in Hungary, and have been chosen above all other Hungarian folk companies by the government to be its official representative abroad. In more recent times, Sándor Timar has choreographed several dances, which reflect the political changes in Eastern Europe. One of these dances strives to establish the unity of spirit, heritage and cultural pride of Hungarians living around the world. This unique presentation will be included in the ensemble’s repertoire symbolizing the mission of the new Hungarian State Folk Ensemble traveling to America for the first time from a free and democratic land. America welcomes our Hungarian friends with friendship and hospitality, eager to share in the joy and beauty of their culture and sharing ours with them. * * * The Ensemble is performing at the Schubert Theater in New Haven on January 20, Thursday, at,7:30 p.m. We are chartering a bus for the show. It will leave from Bridgeport. Tickets, including the bus, are $20. For information and reservations, call Claudia at 377-0569. Do not delay because we need time to secure everything for this outstanding show. HOST FAMILIES If you would consider hosting a young student from Hungary for a short or longer time period, please give us a call. Organizers will contact you when the need will arise and give full information in advance. The decision will be up to you. Call 377-0569. A SPECIAL EXHIBITION FROM HUNGARY MATYÓFÖLD: The Embroidery and Folk Arl of the Mezőkövesd area OPENING RECEPTION FOR THE FESTIVAL AND EXHIBITION: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1993, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm FESTIVAL AND EXHIBITION: DECEMBER 5. 1993 - IANUARY 30. 1994 MUSEUM HOURS: TU ES - SAT 11 TO 4 , SUNDAY I TO 4 HUNGARIAN HERITAGE CENTER 300 SOMERSET STREET NEW BRUNSWICK, N| 08903 (9081 846-5777 page 3
