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‘The Magic Fire’ Review – Wright State University – Our Private World

February 7, 2014 By Russell Florence, Jr. 1 Comment

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The cast of Wright State University’s production of “The Magic Fire” (Contributed photo)

Wright State University returns to sophisticated fare with a beautifully executed regional premiere of Lillian Groag’s semi-autobiographical, thought-provoking Argentinean drama “The Magic Fire.”

Commissioned and originally produced in 1997 by the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the engrossing, highbrow “Magic Fire” concerns a close-knit family of European immigrants living in Buenos Aires circa 1952 during the divisive Juan Peron regime. As chaos consumes the streets with ever-present military force, the argumentative, opinionated, opera-adoring Bergs are reticent to join the fray, opting instead to safeguard themselves within their own private world of culture and music they hope cannot be vanquished. The symbolism of their behavior and the play’s title astutely mirrors the final act of Richard Wagner’s opera “Die Walküre,” specifically Wotan’s decision to encircle his sleeping daughter Brünnhilde with an artificial wall of fire that only the bravest of men can penetrate. However, when the brother of the family’s housekeeper seeks shelter in their home, it becomes impossible to ignore the political turmoil swirling in their midst.

Groag’s poetic, female-driven look at differing generations and changing times is simultaneously endearing and confusing in its scope. Her decision to conceive the material as a nearly three-hour memory play lends itself to numerous moments of heartfelt earnestness and subtle grandeur, but the key reason why narrator/protagonist Lise (Layan Elwazani) looks back on her life is muddled. In Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie,” one of the greatest memory plays, disillusioned Tom is kicked out of his home by his domineering mother only to be haunted by the memory of his fragile sister, prompting him to reflect. Here, it is a mystery why Lise so emphatically desires nostalgia. Nonetheless, despite conceptual flaws including an abundance of overlapping arcs, director Lee Merill supplies elegant stage pictures bolstered by her innate grasp of classical music and superbly evocative assistance from lighting designer Samantha Jelinek.

The aforementioned Elwazani is an emotionally strong focal point seamlessly weaving in and out of the flashbacks shaped around the events of Lise’s seventh birthday. She also establishes a gentle kinship with the adorably precocious Ally Miller, who portrays young Lise with tenderness and feistiness. As Otto Berg, Lise’s father who fled Nazi-occupied Austria, Mathys Herbert excellently grasps the character’s pivotal choices and deep affection for opera. DeLee Cooper (who also choreographs) is a genial presence as Amalia, Otto’s dutiful wife. Mimi Klipstine completely satisfies as diva Elena Guarneri, Amalia’s actress-sister out of work because she refuses to support Peron. Tommy DiMassimo vigorously inhabits Gianni “Juan” Guarneri, Amalia’s passionate father. Kristina Hopkins is perfectly tipsy as Paula Guarneri, Amalia’s aunt. The terrifically expressive Alyssa Brembeck charms as 98-year-old Mussolini-hating matriarch Maddalena Guarneri, who arrived in Argentina with her husband in 1890. The handsome Stephen Kell is fittingly authoritative and enigmatic as General Henri Fontannes, a Peron loyalist and neighbor of the Bergs specifically drawn to young Lise. Logan Torbet is firm and fiery as newspaper publisher Alberto Barcos, who despises Peron and therefore loathes Henri. Jasmine Easler brings quiet dignity and a no-nonsense sensibility to her role as housekeeper Rosa Arrua. Diana Frankhauser (Clara Stepaneck), Julia Gomez (Leila) and Julian Rojas (Santa Arrua) are noteworthy. Taylor Hinkle portrays young Lise at certain performances. Merrill’s first-rate artistic team includes costumer David J. Castellano, scenic designer Lydia Watson (filling the revolving stage with trunks and crates suggesting a family on the move), sound designer James Dunlap, and dialect coach Deborah Thomas.

In related news, WSU’s 40th anniversary 2014-15 season will consist of “Fences” (Sept. 18-28, co-directed by W. Stuart McDowell and Sheila Ramsey), “Hot Mikado” (Oct. 23-Nov. 9, directed by Greg Hellems with choreography by Teressa Wylie McWilliams), “Romeo and Juliet” (Nov. 14-23, directed by Sandra Crews in the Herbst Theatre) “Pride and Prejudice” (Jan. 29-Feb. 8, directed by Marya Spring Cordes), the musical “Peter Pan” (Mar. 19-Apr. 5, directed by Joe Deer and starring Bruce Cromer as Captain Hook), and the local premiere of “Sondheim on Sondheim” (Apr. 17-26, directed by Jamie Cordes in the Herbst Theatre).

“The Magic Fire” continues through Feb. 9 in the Festival Playhouse of the Creative Arts Center at Wright State University, 3640 Col. Glenn Hwy., Fairborn. Performances are Feb. 5 and 6 at 7 p.m., Feb. 7 and 8 at 8 p.m., and Feb. 8 and 9 at 2 p.m. Act One: 1 hour and 50 minutes; Act Two: 45 minutes. Tickets are $22 for adults and $20 seniors and students. For tickets or more information, call the WSU box office at (937) 775-2500.

Filed Under: On Stage Dayton, On Stage Dayton Reviews Tagged With: Classical music, Festival Playhouse of the Creative Arts Center, Layan Elwazani, Lee Merill, Lillian Groag, musical, opera, Samantha Jelinek, The Magic Fire, wright state university

Demystifying the Harp

April 22, 2013 By Tiffany Shaw-Diaz Leave a Comment

harpLet’s face it: harps are quite hip.  Between the ethereal compositions of indie darling, Joanna Newsom, and the top-40 covers of folk harpist, Amy Farrah Fowler (Sheldon’s neurobiologist, not-a-girlfriend on the hit CBS comedy, The Big Bang Theory), the harp has been plucked from obscurity into the limelight.

Leaving the pop culture references aside, there are so many intriguing questions about this complex instrument: Where did it originate?  What compels one to play it?  And, most pressing, how the heck do you carry it?

For starters, harps range in sizes, shapes, colors, and without question, prices.  They have also been in existence since ancient times, in numerous cultures, and are generally regarded as the oldest known stringed instrument.

To answer some burning questions about the harp and more, Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra’s Principal Harpist, Leslie Stratton Norris, recently took some time out of her busy schedule, which also includes directing her own ensemble, Harps of Grace, to candidly discuss her multi-decade career and share her passion for this varied topic.

Dayton Most Metro: Thanks for talking with us today.  What inspired you to study the harp?

Leslie Stratton Norris: When I was a kid there was an orchestra show on CBS with Leonard Bernstein called Young People’s Concerts. When they showed the harp player, I was smitten.  My mom took me to see a harpist in person shortly thereafter, and the harpist let me try it.  Even though I was three years old, I was totally convinced that this would be my life. My mom thought that my interest was a fad, but I pestered her to learn the harp for six more years.

DMM: Did you finally convince her?

LSN: Yes, I was nine years old when I got my first harp, so I dove into playing it with gusto.

DMM: What were those early lessons like?  Were you surprised by much?

LSN: I don’t recall being surprised by much. At that age, you just follow along and do what your teacher tells you to do, and all is well.  However, I had some difficulty with memorizing.  I’m a sight reader, and I resist memorizing. It’s far more fun to play new pieces all the time.

DMM: The size of a concert grand harp, being about six feet tall and weighing 80 pounds, is quite daunting.  How do you transport it?

LSN: Thankfully, we now have two-wheeled dollies that are made especially for the harp. With the dolly, my harp rolls along easily, and when loading it into my car, we lean and push, rather than having to pick it up.  When I was a kid, harp dollies did not exist unless someone invented their own model. My dad used to throw my harp up on his shoulder and carry it that way.

DMM: There was a hilarious skit on the IFC series, Portlandia, featuring Joanna Newsom trying to fit her concert grand harp into a Ford Focus.  I’m assuming a harp doesn’t easily fit into a compact car!  What type of car do most harpists buy?

LSN: Harpists tend to own large wagons or vans, but a full-sized (concert grand) harp does fit in my Subaru wagon.

DMM: Usually there are only one or two harpists on stage in an orchestra setting.  That’s a lot of pressure, being in the spotlight.  How you do handle performance anxiety?

LSN: Most of the time, there is just one harpist on stage, so if the harp sounds bad, everyone knows it is me!  Performance anxiety can be disabling for some players.  They can be good musicians and know their music, but they are unable to play it well in front of others. Those folks might try some therapies or even medications to help their anxiety. I am fortunate that most of the time, I can keep it together without such an aid.

DMM: Are there any myths you’d like to dispel about the harp?

LSN: The harp can play almost any kind of music.  It is a versatile, full-range instrument and can function like a piano within a classical, pop or jazz group. The harp also has much more sound than many people imagine. It is thought to be a soft instrument, which it can be, but a good harpist can play it with a tremendous amount of sound.

DMM: It is easy to see why so many people hire harpists for major life events, such as weddings.  Is there a gig in particular that you’d like to share or one that is particularly amusing?

LSN: I have enough funny stories to fill a book!  In Los Angeles I was hired to play for an outdoor pool party. The host had decided he wanted some “beautiful music” wafting through the air along with the sound of his water fountain next to the pool.  I arrived before the guests, moved my harp into position, and began to play as his guests arrived. After five or six people had gathered, someone said, “Into the pool!” and they all hopped into the pool…in their birthday suits!  More folks arrived, and the same thing happened.  Soon, I was the only person clothed, and thankfully I remained that way for the length of the party. I learned a valuable lesson: it is very hard to ask a host for your check when he is sans clothes, so I said “Thanks,” packed up at the end of the party, and billed him later.

DMM: Harpists have become quite hip in recent years.  Are you surprised that it took this long?

LSN: Often it takes specific performers with charisma and a twist to their performances to open up an instrument to a wider audience. With a performer such as Ravi Shankar on the sitar, that instrument was brought before audiences who never would have thought to listen to a sitar. Harps have been popular in different cultures as folk instruments and as an accompaniment to vocals for a long time, so it is good to see harp music in the limelight.

DMM: Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?

LSN: When I am lugging my harp around, one of the most frequent questions that comes my way is, “Don’t you wish you played the flute?’” Here is the answer: “No!”  In my opinion, the harp is the most beautiful, versatile, calming, joyous, warm, lovely, charming, and challenging instrument out there. Yes, hauling it around is daunting. Paying for it is daunting. Changing strings and maintaining it is daunting.  But nothing sounds like a harp, and nothing looks like a harp. When you are in love with the harp, all the difficulties of the instrument are naught compared to the joys of playing it and hearing it.

For more information about the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and its upcoming performances, visit www.daytonperformingarts.org.  The next Harps of Grace concert will take place at St. George’s Episcopal Church in Centerville on May 6th at 7:00 p.m.  This concert is free and will feature 12 harpists playing all styles of music.

 

Filed Under: Arts & Entertainment Tagged With: Classical music, Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, Harp, interview, Local Music

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Rolling Easy

June 5 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Rolling Easy

Mobile food trailer w/ freshly made street food: crispy wonton rolls filled with fresh ingredients, prime rib sliders, grilled cheese...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

What The Taco?!

June 5 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

What The Taco?!

Chipotle Chicken Taco GRILLED CHICKEN, SHREDDED LETTUCE, PICO DE GALLO, CILANTRO SOUR CREAM & MONTEREY JACK $10.00 Ground Beef Taco...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

First Thursdays Street Fair

June 5 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

First Thursdays Street Fair

We’re kicking off our summer events this Thursday, June 5, with the First Thursdays Street Fair—a great way to start...

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sand Art Air Plant Terrarium Workshop

June 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sand Art Air Plant Terrarium Workshop

Get creative and bring nature into your space with our Sand Art Air Plant Terrarium workshop! In this hands-on session,...

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10:30 am - 1:30 pm

ShowDogs HotDogs

June 6 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

ShowDogs HotDogs

American Choice of Relish, Onion, Mustard and Ketchup $4.00 The German Kraut, Onions, Mustard $5.00 Memphis Bacon, BBQ Sauce, Cheese,...

11:30 am - 5:00 pm

Generation Dayton Day 2025

June 6 @ 11:30 am - 5:00 pm

Generation Dayton Day 2025

Join the Dayton region's largest service outing for early career professionals to "Get Out & Give Back." Each year, Generation...

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

June 6 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

The Dayton Society of Artists is pleased to present Sisters, a cyanotype series by our member Suzi Hyden. This show...

Free
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

June 6 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) proudly presents PEACE TALKS, our annual spring juried exhibition. This timely exhibition reflects on Dayton’s...

Free
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Xenia Food Truck Rally

June 6 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Xenia Food Truck Rally

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

June 6 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

Cruise In at the Roadhouse is taking place at Rip Rap Roadhouse, which is located at 6024 Rip Rap Rd. in Huber Heights....

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

First Friday at the Dayton Arcade

June 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

First Friday at the Dayton Arcade

Join us this First Friday at the Dayton Arcade for an evening of local art, music, and community vibes! The...

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

First Friday Art Hop at Art Encounters

June 6 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

First Friday Art Hop at Art Encounters

Looking for something fun and inspiring to do in the city?Have an empty wall that could use a little art...

Free
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8:00 am - 11:00 am

Dayton Cars and Coffee

June 7 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Dayton Cars and Coffee

A community of car enthusiasts and gearheads across the midwest that love to make real connections over a good cup...

Free
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

June 7 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

For over 20 years this market has been made up of a hardworking group of men, women and children, dedicated...

8:30 am - 11:30 am

Kettering Summer Flea Market

June 7 @ 8:30 am - 11:30 am

Kettering Summer Flea Market

The parking lots around the Lathrem Senior Center and Adventure Reef Waterpark will be transformed into a lively outdoor market...

FREE
8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

June 7 @ 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

Join us every Saturday through Sept 13, 8.30 a.m. - 12 p.m. for local products including fresh produce, honey/jams, and...

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Oakwood Farmers Market

June 7 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Oakwood Farmers Market

The 2025 Oakwood Farmers’ Market will be held Saturdays, June 7th thru October 11th, from 9 am until 12pm. The...

9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Greene County Farmers Market

June 7 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Greene County Farmers Market

The outdoor Farmers Market on Indian Ripple Rd. in Beavercreek runs Saturdays, 9-1 even during the winter months. Check out...

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Ralph’s Mystery Food Truck

June 7 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Ralph’s Mystery Food Truck

Ralph’s Corn Dog A traditional corn dog but with Ralph’s from scratch batter recipe. Available gluten free upon re... $6.00...

10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Sculpt with Speakeasy

June 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Sculpt with Speakeasy

Sculpt is a low-impact, high-intensity full body workout that combines elements of barre, pilates, and various body weight exercises. Each...

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8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Jewish Cultural Festival

June 8 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Jewish Cultural Festival

Temple Israel’s Jewish Cultural Festival, set for Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 11:00AM – 6:00PM opens the door to Judaism...

Free
9:00 am - 11:00 am

Running with Pride

June 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Running with Pride

We’re celebrating 10 Years of Running with Pride! We are incredibly thankful for our wonderful sponsors! This milestone reflects the...

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Make A Stained Glass Garden Stake

June 8 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Make A Stained Glass Garden Stake

Pick Your Project: Bunny, Cross, or Succulent Sunday, June 8, 10:00-1:00 OR 2:00-5:00 Yellow Cab Tavern: 700 East 4th Street,...

$75
10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

The Grazing Ground Market

June 8 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

The Grazing Ground Market

Welcome to The Grazing Ground Market, your local destination for farm-fresh eggs, seasonal produce, and handcrafted items. We take pride...

10:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Ohio Valley Indigenous Music Festival

June 8 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Ohio Valley Indigenous Music Festival

Join us for a weekend of world class award winning music featuring the Native American flute. This year's performers include...

Free
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rally for Relief – a PTSD Awareness Food Truck Rally & Fundraiser

June 8 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rally for Relief – a PTSD Awareness Food Truck Rally & Fundraiser

Come to the VFW Post Sunday, June 8th from 1 to 4 pm for our Rally for Relief - a...

11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Bourbon on the Street

June 8 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Bourbon on the Street

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Mozzarella & Mimosas

June 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Mozzarella & Mimosas

$30
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