Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood (2018)
In honor of Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday, Tanglewood—the famed summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra—dedicated its entire 2018 season to the iconic composer, conductor, performer, educator and humanitarian. The festivities culminated on Bernstein’s centennial birthday on August 25, 2018, in a special celebrity-studded gala concert. Directed for the stage by James Darrah, The Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood illuminates the breadth of Bernstein’s incredible life and career, which inspired generations of music lovers around the globe – from his talent as a composer to his generosity in mentoring other composers and musicians, his inimitable role as a driving musical force at Tanglewood for over 50 years and more.
Cast
- Audra McDonald - Self - Host
- Andris Nelsons - Self - Conductor
- Christoph Eschenbach - Self - Conductor
- Keith Lockhart - Self - Conductor
- John Williams - Self - Conductor
- Michael Tilson Thomas - Self - Conductor
- Midori - Self - Violinist
- Thomas Hampson - Self - Baritone
- Isabel Leonard
- Yo-Yo Ma - Self - Cellist
Keywords
opera, concert, musical theater, classical
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood about?
- In honor of Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday, Tanglewood—the famed summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra—dedicated its entire 2018 season to the iconic composer, conductor, performer, educator and humanitarian. The festivities culminated on Bernstein’s centennial birthday on August 25, 2018, in a special celebrity-studded gala concert. Directed for the stage by James Darrah, The Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood illuminates the breadth of Bernstein’s incredible life and career, which inspired generations of music lovers around the globe – from his talent as a composer to his generosity in mentoring other composers and musicians, his inimitable role as a driving musical force at Tanglewood for over 50 years and more.
- Who directed Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood?
- Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood was directed by James Darrah, David Horn.
- Who stars in Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood?
- Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood stars Audra McDonald, Andris Nelsons, Christoph Eschenbach, Keith Lockhart, John Williams, Michael Tilson Thomas.
- How long is Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood?
- Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood has a runtime of 2h 19m (139 minutes).
- What genre is Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood?
- Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood is a Music film.
- Where was Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood produced?
- Leonard Bernstein Centennial Celebration at Tanglewood was produced in United States of America.