The Wizard of Oz in Concert
September 27-28 | Belk Theater
Allow the tornado of music and film to rush you away from the real world and into the magical world of Oz. Let Dorothy, played by America's very own Judy Garland, and her entourage guide you down the yellow brick road as you listen to the wonderful LIVE musical accompaniment from the film. Get to the showing early to catch Music Historian Jason Mitchell, Jazz Studies Director Will Campbell, and Voice Professor Susan Gouthro join Resident Conductor Christopher James Lees to talk about the lasting effects of this American treasure on music.
An Evening with Sphinx Virtuosi
October 9 | Belk Theater
Lauded for their vibrant repertoire and bold concert themes, the Sphinx Virtuosi joins the Charlotte Symphony for this one-night-only special event. The Sphinx Virtuosi pride themselves on their ability to break down barriers and empower the broader community. The night will feature works by Leonard Bernstein, Astor Piazzolla, and a World Premiere by Levi Taylor, as these extraordinary musicians lead you away from the standard and into the unknown.
Heroes: A Video Game Symphony
October 12 | Belk Theater
Are you ready to face the final boss? If not, come level up at the symphony. This concert features familiar tunes from the most popular video games of all time like Assassin's Creed, Dragon Age, Fallout, Halo, Mass Effect, Skyrim, World of Warcraft, and more.
MERGE: Halloween Edition
October 17 & 19 | Blackbox Theater
Dress up and dance at this immersive, high-voltage Halloween party! Through a kaleidoscope of symphonic and electronic music, and immersive visuals, you'll be guided down a delightfully eerie path, encountering trolls In the Hall of the Mountain King, a witches' gathering in a Night on Bald Mountain, and new commissions from composer Ben Hjertmann in this bass-heavy bash of ghoulish grooves.
The Music of Queen
November 1 | Belk Theater
Freddy Mercury once dreamed of being an Opera singer -- and now his music is being performed with a live symphony as a tribute. MiG Ayesa brings an infectious energy to the performance as he channels his inner Freddy Mercury. Join us as we turn Belk Theater into a nostalgia filled rock venue.
Beethoven X Beyoncé
November 15-16 | Knight Theater
Besides alliteration what do Queen B and the father of the Romantic era have to do with each other? Join us and find out! In a thrilling mix of Beethoven's 7th Symphony and Beyoncé's biggest hits, Beethoven X Beyoncé will not be a night you want to miss out on.
