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SUMMARY:Let's Misbehave: The Songs of Cole Porter
DESCRIPTION:Stuart Chafetz\, conductor \nTony DeSare\, piano and vocals\nAubrey Logan\, trombone and vocals\nJohn Manzari\, tap and vocals \nCole Porter’s sophisticated\, sexy\, and timeless songs continue to hold a unique place in society; it’s no wonder countless artists have interpreted his work across the decades. Join Tony DeSare and his guests\, Aubrey Logan (trombone/vocals) and John Manzari (tap dance/vocals)\, as they give their fresh spin on such hits as “Night and Day\,” “I Get A Kick Out of You\,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin\,” “Anything Goes\,” “It’s De-Lovely\,” “Too Darn Hot\,” “You’re the Top\,” and many more.
URL:https://columbussymphony.com/event/lets-misbehave-the-songs-of-cole-porter/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Davidson Theatre\, Riffe Center Theatre Complex\, 77 S. High St.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symphony Pops 25-26
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SUMMARY:Rock Hits & Power Ballads
DESCRIPTION:Stuart Chafetz\, conductor\nDee Donasco\, vocals\nMicah Wilshire\, guitar & vocals\nBrian Kushmaul\, drums \nPrepare for a high-voltage evening as the Columbus Symphony delivers an exhilarating lineup of rock anthems and power ballads under the baton of Stuart Chafetz. This concert joins together the heart-pounding hits of rock legends such as The Cars\, Aerosmith\, and Foreigner with the soul-stirring ballads of Adele\, Gloria Estefan\, Bonnie Raitt\, and Whitney Houston. Featuring dynamic performances from Dee Donasco and Micah Wilshire\, and the driving rhythms of drummer Brian Kushmaul\, this program is a celebration of rock’s most iconic moments and the unforgettable ballads that continue to move us. Whether you’re a classic rock devotee or a ballad enthusiast\, this night promises a memorable journey through the songs that defined a genre.
URL:https://columbussymphony.com/event/rock-hits-power-ballads/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Symphony Pops 25-26
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SUMMARY:Holiday Pops
DESCRIPTION:Stuart Chafetz\, conductor\nCapathia Jenkins\, vocalist\nColumbus Symphony Chorus\nStephen Caracciolo\, chorus director\nColumbus Children’s Choir\nJeanne Wohlgamuth\, artistic director \nThe Columbus Symphony brings magic to the Ohio Theatre in December\, transforming it with a show of lights\, festive music\, heavenly voices\, and seasonal cheer! The Columbus Symphony Chorus\, Columbus Children’s Choir\, and special guests join to present the most-loved holiday songs and carols! \nIn partnership with NBC4\, the Columbus Symphony is collecting toys for the FireFighters 4 Kids toy drive! Bring an unwrapped toy\, drop it off in the Galbreath Pavilion concessions area adjoining the main lobby\, and receive one free lawn seat voucher to the 2026 Nationwide Picnic with the Pops OSU Marching Band performance. \nMake memories and crafts with pre-concert activities one hour before the Saturday and Sunday concerts\, then join us on the 4th floor for photos with Santa after the show!
URL:https://columbussymphony.com/event/holiday-pops-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Ohio Theatre\, 39 E State Street\, Columbus\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symphony Pops 25-26
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SUMMARY:JAWS in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Stuart Chafetz\, conductor  \nJust when you thought it was safe to go back in the concert hall… \nThe original summer movie blockbuster\, with an Academy Award®-winning score by composer John Williams\, JAWS is an unforgettable film-with-live-orchestra experience! \nDirected by Academy Award® winner Steven Spielberg\, JAWS set the standard for edge-of-your-seat suspense\, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and forever changing the movie industry. When the seaside community of Amity finds itself under attack by a dangerous great white shark\, the town’s chief of police\, a young marine biologist and a grizzled shark hunter embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast before it strikes again. Featuring an unforgettable score that evokes pure terror\, Jaws remains one of the most influential and gripping adventures in motion picture history. \nNow for the first time\, audiences will have the chance to experience the power of a live symphony orchestra performing the entire score in sync with one of the greatest motion pictures of all time. \nIn the words of Chief Brody\, “You’re gonna need a bigger boat!” \nJaws is a trademark and copyright of Universal Studios. Licensed by Universal Studios. All rights reserved. \nThe Columbus Symphony is collecting non-perishable food items for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. Donations can be brought to Symphony Staff at the front of the theatre.
URL:https://columbussymphony.com/event/jaws-in-concert/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Symphony Pops 25-26
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SUMMARY:Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner
DESCRIPTION:Stuart Chafetz\, conductor\nTamika Lawrence\, vocalist\nShaleah Adkisson\, vocalist\nScott Coulter\, vocalist\nJohn Boswell\, piano\n \n  \nAll hail the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Tina Turner’s singular voice provided the soundtrack of a generation and her story inspired hearts and minds around the world. With a career including 12 Grammy wins and more than 100 million records sold worldwide\, she was simply “better than all the rest.” Join the Columbus Symphony for a tour of Turner’s iconic musical legacy featuring hits like “Proud Mary\,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It\,” “Better Be Good to Me” and more!
URL:https://columbussymphony.com/event/simply-the-best-the-music-of-tina-turner/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Davidson Theatre\, 77 South High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symphony Pops 25-26
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