Ticketing
Orpheus in the Underworld
George Mason University Center for the Arts 4400 University Drive, MS2F5, Fairfax, United StatesAn irreverent parody – complete with the “Can-Can” – join Virginia Opera for this hilarious spoof. Offenbach, a master of musical burlesque, uses the backdrop of a Greek myth about an unhappy couple who become the victims of meddling Olympian gods to set the stage for his caricature of serious opera – and we all […]
Orpheus in the Underworld
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesAn irreverent parody – complete with the “Can-Can” – join Virginia Opera for this hilarious spoof. Offenbach, a master of musical burlesque, uses the backdrop of a Greek myth about an unhappy couple who become the victims of meddling Olympian gods to set the stage for his caricature of serious opera – and we all […]
at Powhatan High School
Powhatan High School Auditorium 1800 Judes Ferry Rd, Powhatan, United StatesThe Richmond Symphony will be performing in the Powhatan High School Auditorium on Saturday, October 10 to benefit the Powhatan Education Foundation (PEF). PEF provides student scholarships, teacher grants for innovative instructional projects, and support for the music program in Powhatan County Public Schools. This concert is possible through the generous support of the Rotary Club of […]
Orpheus in the Underworld
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesAn irreverent parody – complete with the “Can-Can” – join Virginia Opera for this hilarious spoof. Offenbach, a master of musical burlesque, uses the backdrop of a Greek myth about an unhappy couple who become the victims of meddling Olympian gods to set the stage for his caricature of serious opera – and we all […]
Nielsen: Symphony No. 4
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesComposed during the First World War, this symphony draws its name from what Nielsen calls “the elemental will to live.” The composition concludes with an explosive battle between two timpani, exciting audiences with rolling beats and gauntlets thrown in perfect time to the music. Subscribe Now! Program Notes
Nielsen’s Fourth Symphony
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesDiscover the power of live music with our Altria Masterworks series. Featuring orchestral classics and contemporary composers, this series will inspire you. Join us an hour before each concert for a free pre-concert talk with the RSO Music Director, Steven Smith. These talks often feature guest artists and conductors and provide you with insights for […]
Bartók
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond 2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, VA, United StatesSelections from Bartók, Weber and Mozart
Science Fiction Double Feature
Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, United StatesTwo great movies on one fantastic night! First see Murnau’s silent classic: Nosferatu with a live soundtrack performed by the Richmond Symphony as part of the Genworth Pops Series – then stay for a full showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show (and all the fun that comes with it) for just $10 more. The musical […]
Bartók, Weber, Mozart
Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, United StatesJoin us at Randolph-Macon College for intimate, chamber orchestra concerts that allow you to get up close and personal with the musicians of the Richmond Symphony. The series takes place at Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland and features free pre-concert talks at the Dollar Tree Room in Brock Commons one hour before the […]
So what does a conductor do, anyway?
In Your Ear 1813 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin us for the first of three informal and informative evenings with Steven Smith, Music Director and Conductor of the Richmond Symphony. Steven will begin the evening by sharing his insights on selected topics, while questions and comments from participants will be encouraged. Fair warning: this format may lead to improvisation now and then, or even […]