OCTOBER 9-10
October 9 & 10 | 7:30PM Davidson Theatre Stuart Chafetz, conductor John Williams: Star Wars John Williams: Close Encounters of the Third Kind arr. Calvin Custer: Star Trek Through the Years Alan Silvestri: Cosmos Alan Silvestri: Back to the Future John Williams: Flying Theme from E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Richard Strauss: Opening Theme from 2001: A Space... Read more »
October 23, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Observe a working rehearsal as the musicians and conductor put the finishing touches on the weekend’s concert program. Doors open at 9AM, and free coffee and donuts are included in the price of your ticket (while supplies last)! New this year: enjoy the opportunity to purchase a mimosa or Bloody Mary from the Ohio Theatre... Read more »
OCTOBER 23-24
October 23 & 24 | 7:30PM Ohio Theatre Rossen Milanov, conductor Davóne Tines, bass-baritone Gregory Spears: The Mysteries (World Premiere) Davóne Tines: Concerto No. 2: ANTHEM Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64 The Columbus Symphony celebrates its 75th Anniversary season with the world premiere of The Mysteries, a newly commissioned work by acclaimed American composer Gregory Spears. Superstar bass-baritone Davóne Tines,... Read more »
October 25, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Get into the Halloween spirit with a spooktacular concert packed with thrills, chills, and movie magic! Hear John Williams favorites, music from Star Wars and Harry Potter, and spooky orchestral classics like Mussorgsky’s A Night on Bald Mountain come to life. Arrive early for Halloween fun for the whole family starting at 2 p.m., including:... Read more »
October 28, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
October 28 | 8PM Carnegie Hall Rossen Milanov, conductor Davóne Tines, bass-baritone Gregory Spears: The Mysteries (New York Premiere) Davóne Tines: Concerto No. 2: ANTHEM (New York Premiere) Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64 The Columbus Symphony celebrates its 75th Anniversary season with a tour to New York's Carnegie Hall — the orchestra's first performance at the venue since 2001, which... Read more »
October 31, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Elias Miller, conductor Quan Howell, vocalist Brianna Mosley, vocalist Najoura, vocalist Featured Performance: The Columbus Symphony Orchestra performing a special Michael Jackson tribute and other musical selections Additional Experiences: Live performances Fashion showcases Visual artists Culinary tastings Comedy Live bands Multiple DJs Access to COSI’s celebrated exhibit Three days. Four experiences. One unforgettable weekend. Join more than... Read more »
NOVEMBER 13
Ann Krinitsky, conductor A thrilling musical celebration of three of Britain's legendary songwriters! Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney are not only knights — they also happen to be three of the most successful songwriters of all time with careers that span decades. "Music of the Knights" honors their lasting... Read more »
November 14, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Inspired by Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem, the Italian composer’s masterpiece honoring the poet Alessandro Manzoni, CMA's Curator of Collections and Exhibitions, Daniel Marcus, will explore works from the museum’s permanent collection that similarly ennoble the dead and envision their return to life. After his talk, enjoy a live performance by Columbus Symphony Orchestra musicians. Experience the... Read more »
NOVEMBER 20-21
November 20 & 21 | 7:30PM Ohio Theatre Rossen Milanov, conductor Ann Toomey, soprano Alice Chung, mezzo-soprano Moises Salazar, tenor Richard Ollarsaba, bass Columbus Symphony Chorus Stephen Caracciolo, chorus director Verdi: Requiem One of the most monumental of all choral works, Verdi's Requiem was considered “too operatic” to be performed in the liturgical setting of an actual funeral mass—but this dramatic intensity is precisely... Read more »
DECEMBER 4-6
Stuart Chafetz, conductor Scarlett Strallen, vocalist Ganchimeg Oyunchimeg, Troupe Vertigo performer Columbus Symphony Chorus Stephen Caracciolo, chorus director Columbus Children’s Choir Jeanne Wohlgamuth, artistic director The 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,... Read more »
DECEMBER 18-20
December 18, 19 | 7:30PM December 20 | 3 PM Southern Theatre Elias Miller, conductor Shiyu Zhou, soprano Devony Smith, mezzo-soprano Daniel McGrew, tenor Holden Turner, bass-baritone Columbus Symphony Chorus Stephen Caracciolo, chorus director Handel: Messiah Experience the timeless grandeur and sacred tradition of Messiah, Handel’s exultant masterpiece, featuring the Columbus Symphony Chorus in the intimate setting of the Southern Theatre. The... Read more »
JANUARY 8-9
Starring Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw, this program features songs by iconic artists like Michael Jackson, Prince, Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, Elvis Presley, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, and more! Enjoy soaring full orchestrations featuring the Columbus Symphony conducted by Principal Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz.