Experience Revels
There are many ways to describe what Revels “is”, including “a spirited mix of folk music and storytelling, drama and singalong,..” (The New York Times); “a reminder of our commonality” (singer Noel Paul Stookey), and “a unique way to celebrate the seasonal rituals of the world” (cellist Yo-Yo Ma). Revels has also been called “joyous theatre,” “a multi-generational celebration,” and “a way to learn and have fun at the same time.” We encourage you to explore the resources below, join us for an event or class, and begin to discover Revels for yourself.
The first Revels performances were grounded in folk traditions that have persevered through the ages. As our shows have grown and evolved, we have preserved these traditions and created new ones that are unique to Revels. Revels strives to present these traditions in a way that resonates with new audiences and creates familiar touchstones for returning audiences. Read more about these unique Revels rituals.
Each year, Revels collaborates with tradition bearers from a wide range of global cultures to create culturally immersive and informative performances and educational programs. Through traditional instruments, folk tales, dances, and more, our tradition bearers guide us through our cultural explorations and help us connect as a global community. Read more about the cultural traditions that have been featured by Revels tradition bearers.
Revels is richly visual and auditory. Experience some of our events and music below!
of Christmases Past
Explore some of our favorite Christmas Revels celebrations by browsing through our archive of past events.
with Revels.
Our Community
Revels is a joyous sum of its many parts. We invite you to explore all the ways you can get involved with Revels, such as participating in our performances, volunteering, making a donation, or simply joining us in song as a member of the audience.
Our generous sponsors make it possible for Revels to produce world-class performances and educational programs for our audiences.
Let us know how we can work together to promote music, dance, and community!