Catalan composer Benet Casablancas (b. 1956) seeks personal and aesthetic independence in his work. Marked by a rhythmic spirit, his music moves with shimmering harmonic language often at a whimsical register. This Portrait includes his acclaimed Seven Scenes from Hamlet, for narrator and ensemble, along with a world premiere commission, Four Darks in Red, inspired by Mark Rothkos painting of the same name. This performance will include an onstage discussion with Benet Casablancas and feature the following repetoire: New Epigrams (1997); Little Night Music (1992); Four Darks in Red (World premiere, Miller Theatre commission); and Seven Scenes from Hamlet (1988-1989)

Cost: $7-$25

Location: Miller Theatre at Columbia University; 2960 Broadway at 116th Street, New York, NY 10027

More Info: Miller Theatre Box Office: 212-854-7799, http://www.millertheatre.com