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The Band's Visit at Aronoff Center

Dates: (7/19/2022 - 7/24/2022 )

Theatre:

Aronoff Center


650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati,OH 45202

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In the sun-baked deserts of Israel, The Band's Visit unfolds, a poignant and Tony Award-winning musical brimming with quiet beauty. A group of lost Egyptian musicians, mistakenly ending up in a sleepy Israeli town, find themselves stranded for a day. Tewfiq, the bandleader, and his weary troupe are a world away from their planned concert venue.

Despite the initial confusion, a connection blossoms between the musicians and the townspeople. Dina, a cafe owner yearning for a life beyond the mundane routine, befriends Tewfiq. As they share stories and music across cultural barriers, a spark of hope and human connection ignites in their hearts. The townspeople, initially wary of the outsiders, find themselves captivated by the musicians' gentle warmth and their captivating music.

The Band's Visit is a tapestry of emotions, woven with humor, melancholy, and a deep yearning for connection. The music, a blend of Egyptian and Israeli influences, reflects the characters' backgrounds and their unexpected encounter. With its minimalist set and focus on character interactions, the musical celebrates the power of shared experiences, the beauty found in unexpected places, and the enduring magic of human connection, even amidst the challenges of language and cultural differences.

Tony Awards and Nominations for The Band's Visit

Year Category
2018 Best Musical Winner



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