Stravinsky’s Soldier’s Tale — BridgeMusik Production | Nyack Center Aug 1–2
About this Event
🎻 A soldier. A violin. A deal with the Devil.
BridgeMusik opens its 2026 Summer Festival, We the Music – Celebrating 250 Years of American Voices, with a bold, fully staged production of Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale, paired with a world premiere by Thomas Cabaniss.
This special theatrical program brings together music, theater, and dance in a visually compelling interpretation of Stravinsky’s iconic work.
Telling the story of a soldier who trades his violin to the Devil in exchange for wealth, The Soldier’s Tale explores timeless themes of temptation, fate, and the true cost of ambition.
The program also includes the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, written especially for the festival as a contemporary companion to Stravinsky’s theatrical masterpiece.
Directed by Malena Dayen and conducted by David Rosenmeyer, the performance features the BridgeMusik Festival Ensemble in a dynamic collaboration of music and storytelling.
Featuring an outstanding cast of New York theater and dance artists:
Danny Bryck — The Soldier
Alok Tewari — The Devil
Mary Neufeld — Narrator
JoVonna Parks — The Princess / Dancer
📍 Nyack Center, Nyack, NY
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026 — 7:30 PM
📅 Sunday, August 2, 2026 — 3:00 PM
🎟 Reserve your seats now — seating is limited at Nyack Center.
This special theatrical production opens the BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 and sets the tone for a festival dedicated to creativity, collaboration, mentorship, and the celebration of musical voices across generations.
Inspired by the 250th anniversary of the United States, this year's festival explores the rich tapestry of American musical life through the works of American composers, jazz innovators, and immigrant artists who helped shape the nation's cultural identity. Festival highlights include the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, a newly commissioned work by the Dolphins Quartet, free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, student recitals, and collaborations between emerging musicians and professional artists.
Following opening weekend, the festival continues throughout Rockland County with free Chamber Hour library concerts, community performances, student recitals, and special events celebrating American musical voices across generations.
Explore the full BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026 Eventbrite Collection for additional concerts and events throughout the festival (August 1–16).
Stravinsky — The Soldier’s Tale (L’Histoire du Soldat) is presented under license from G. Schirmer, Inc. o/b/o Chester Music Ltd., copyright owners.
This presentation is made possible in part with support from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), Nyack Tourism, and individual donors. Ticket purchases help sustain BridgeMusik’s free community concerts, library programs, and educational initiatives throughout the festival.
Additional contributions are welcome through Eventbrite or at bridgemusik.com/support—every gift makes a difference.
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USD 23.18 to USD 108.55
