UTAH’S SUMMER FESTIVALS

04-07-2009

CULTURE, ADVENTURE AND VALUE-PACKED FUN

 

SALT LAKE CITY, April 8, 2009 – Travelers looking for cultural adventures this summer will discover why Utah takes pride in its diverse array of festivals and events.  From refined, al fresco food and wine events offering an array of tastings, to unique film festivals celebrating the world’s worst movies, the many festivals hosted throughout the state this summer boast one-of-a-kind experiences for families, friends and couples alike.

Beyond the following sampling, a comprehensive list of statewide summer festivals can be found at www.utah.travel:

 

Utah Shakespearean Festival

Cedar City, UT – June 29-October 17, 2009

This Tony Award^®-winning festival is the ultimate play-goers event, offering music, song, plays, literary and actor seminars and more.  Thespians and theater-lovers alike can watch, participate and be immersed in experiences that entertain, enrich and educate.  This year’s plays include Shakespearean classics such as “The Comedy of Errors” and “As You Like It,” as well as 20^th century works including “The Secret Garden” and “The Woman in Black.”  For additional information, visit http://www.bard.org.

 

Utah Festival Opera

Logan, UT – July 8 – August 8, 2009

Utah Festival Opera is held annually in Cache Valley, a setting of spectacular mountain scenery.  The five-week event includes four productions of grand opera, operetta, light opera and Broadway-style musical theatre.  Productions are held on two stages in downtown Logan, including the Ellen Eccles Theatre, a 1,100-seat European-style theatre featuring neo-classical design.  The festival’s founder, Michael Ballam (an accomplished operatic singer, pianist and oboist), recruits the incredible talent that makes this a destination opera for thousands of enthusiasts.  For additional information, visit http://www.ufoc.org.

 

Park City Food & Wine Festival

Park City, UT – July 9-12, 2009

This premier destination event highlights master winemakers, culinary greats and distinguished guests, all gathered to play, wine and dine.  Offerings include Winemakers’ Dinners, outdoor stages with live musical entertainment, a “Sip and Stroll” wine tasting along Main Street, cooking demonstrations and more.  For additional information, visit http://www.parkcityfoodandwineclassic.com.

 

International Jazz Festival

Salt Lake City, UT – July 10-12, 2009

Since the inaugural Festival in 2001, the Salt Lake City International Jazz Festival has brought together electrifying artists and enthusiastic audiences for a three-day celebration of jazz.  Performers include a variety of soloists, quartets, vocalists, full orchestras, and more in Salt Lake City’s Abravanel Hall and Washington Square.  For additional information, visit http://www.slcjazzfestival.org.

 

Bicknell International Film Festival

Bicknell, UT – July 24-25, 2009

Visitors can join in the fun at the historic Wayne Theatre during the BIFF – Bicknell’s International Film Festival.  BIFF celebrates the world’s worst films during the festival which highlights the theme “Better Living Thru Bad Cinema.”  Accompanied by the world's fastest parade, “Party of the Stars,” a swap meet, mutton 'n taters lunch, as well as an educational matinee and seminar, BIFF is an unconventional film festival sure to delight participants of all ages.  For additional information, visit http://www.thebiff.org/2k8.html.[Back to Press Releases Main]