"Sirena" ensemble
Olbrich Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53714
provided by Olbrich Gardens
The "Sirena" ensemble pauses for a photo.
The "Sirena" ensemble (from left): Ben Ferris, Jon Irabagon, Janice Lee, Leslie Damaso, Mike Koszewski, José Guzmán, Jason Kutz.
The summer concert series at Olbrich Gardens is now called Olbrich After Hours, and features food carts, a bar, and more (along with the gardens being open later each Tuesday). This month’s lineup is stellar: July 9 brings a performance of Sirena, a story in song combining traditional Filipino kundiman songs with jazz and classical, created by Leslie Damaso with Ben Ferris, Mike Koszewski and Jason Kutz, and also featuring Jon Irabagon, Janice Lee and Jose Guzman (an album of the work was just released digitally in June); July 16 features a collaboration by Searchlights and Chicago drum ensemble Ho Etsu Taiko, accompanying Cycropia Aerial Dance; July 23 is Madison electro-rockers The Earthlings; and July 30 is Kenosha-based singer-songwriter Ben Mulwana & the Village. Find more info at olbrich.org.
media release: Olbrich Botanical Gardens’ summer concert series is back with a fresh twist and new name – Olbrich After Hours!
On Tuesdays, from June 25 – August 13, Olbrich Gardens is open late so visitors can enjoy the tranquil gardens and live music. In addition, these evening now include food carts, onsite bar, pop-up performances, and opportunities to connect with eco-friendly organizations. The doors stay open at 6pm and the concert starts at 7pm.
Olbrich After Hours is FREE; a $5 suggested donation supports the musicians and performers. Food and drinks available for purchase. Carry-in picnics allowed; carry-in alcohol prohibited. Visitors should bring their own lawn chair or blanket seating. Olbrich After Hours is supported by the following sponsors:
- Presenting Sponsors: Bridging Nature & Art Endowment & Pleasant T. Rowland Foundation
- Series Sponsors: The Jenni & Kyle Foundation, Fox47, M.O.D. Media Productions, and Audio for the Arts
July 9
Olbrich presents SIRENA: A multi-media project created by Leslie Damaso, Ben Ferris, Mike Koszewski and Jason Kutz, featuring Jon Irabagon, Janice Lee and Jose Guzman. SIRENA blends a personal story, family secrets, a mythic love triangle ending in the beginning of a nation, the displacement of its people, an individual’s perspective of belonging and a spectacular celebration of community. The music combines traditional Filipino kundiman songs, kulintang, along with jazz and classical influences.
Food Cart: KC Taste Asian Cuisine
Eco-Friendly Org: RENEW Wisconsin