2.3K views · 34 reactions | Porgy and Bess premiered on this day 90 years ago! One of Gershwin's most loved compositions, Summertime, has over 25,000 versions – making it one of the world's most arranged songs! We performed a semi-staged production of the opera with the incredible Cape Town Opera last season  | Shanghai Symphony Orchestra - 上海交响乐团 | Facebook

30K views · 430 reactions | “Porgy and Bess” made its Broadway debut 88 years ago today, on October 10th, 1935, and featured a cast of classically trained Black singers. Nina Simone’s rendition of “I Loves You, Porgy,” taken from the opera, was featured on her debut album in 1959 and became the first hit recording of her burgeoning music career. #porgyandbess #ninasimone | Nina Simone | Facebook

22K views · 11 reactions | ⏰ The wait is over. All performances of Porgy and Bess are on sale now! Secure your seats early for this iconic American opera making its grand return to Houston.  Get the best seats now, starting at $25! | Houston Grand Opera | Facebook