Richmond Symphony

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
2024-10-12 20:00 (America/New_York) | Altria Theater, 6 North Laurel Street, Richmond , VA, 23220, United States
Introducing FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Orchestra World Tour, an electrifying new concert based entirely on the groundbreaking game from SQUARE ENIX. Experience all-new symphonic arrangements of the music of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, performed by the Richmond Symphony and Richmond Symphony Chorus and led by renowned conductor Eric Roth.
With stunning, high-definition video scenes created exclusively for this production by SQUARE ENIX, immerse yourself in the world of one of the most visionary games of all time with this sensational multimedia concert experience!

AWR Music Productions, LLC, and Square Enix Co., Ltd. All associated trademarks are owned by and used under license
from SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd.
© SQUARE ENIX
CHARACTER DESIGN: TETSUYA NOMURA / ROBERTO FERRARI
LOGO ILLUSTRATION: © YOSHITAKA AMANO

The Rite of Spring
2024-10-19 20:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
More than a century has passed since its violent, scandalous premiere. And still, The Rite of Spring continues to surprise and provoke, excite and enthrall.
Valentina Peleggi conducts Stravinsky’s savage masterpiece. Plus, two masterworks of French Impressionism: Debussy’s sensuous La Mer and Ravel’s jazz-inspired Piano Concerto in G with young Clayton Stephenson. “Not just a remarkable virtuoso,” raves Gramophone, “but a poet, a dramatist and a master story-teller.”
Free pre-concert talk 1 hour before.

The Rite of Spring
2024-10-20 15:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Free pre-concert talk 1 hour before.

Music at Hardywood 2425
2024-10-24 18:30 | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond, 2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
The Richmond Symphony returns to Hardywood for chamber classics, craft beer, pizza, and fun.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™ in Concert
2024-10-26 14:00 | Altria Theater, 6 North Laurel Street, Richmond , VA, 23220, United States
Find out just what it is they do in the Department of Mysteries when Harry and his friends flee from school to the Ministry of Magic to save Sirius Black™! CineConcerts presents Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™ in Concert. Experience the magic of Harry Potter™ soaring across the big screen in high-definition.
WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
This performance is not produced by the Richmond Symphony. Tickets must be purchased through the Altria Theater. Richmond Symphony vouchers, discounts, etc are not applicable for this event. Thank you.

Secret Supper Society
2024-10-27 17:00 | VA
From the tap of the baton to the slice of a knife, every masterpiece has a start. We embark on a sensory adventure as we proudly present Symphony of Flavors—an immersive 6-course, 6-wine paired dinner, expertly curated by our chef, Matt Kirwan and sommelier Chauncey Jenkins, accompanied by the enchanting sounds of the Richmond Symphony.
This unique dining experience draws inspiration from the artistry of an orchestra, where each dish and each wine play their own role in producing a seamless performance. The flavors build and crescendo in perfect harmony, leaving your senses delighted.
Don’t miss this exclusive evening of fine dining, music, and sensory exploration with the Secret Supper Society. Secure your seat at the table for a night of culinary brilliance!

Brahms & Dvořák
2024-11-02 20:00, 2024-11-03 15:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
“Soulful and immaculate,” raves The Guardian of London of James Ehnes, who joins Valentina Peleggi and the Richmond Symphony for Brahms’ romantic Violin Concerto. Carlos Simon is one of today’s most influential composers and activists. His meditation on Beethoven, Fate Now Conquers is music that “brightens up programs with sheen and sensitivity.” (The Washington Post) Dvořák’s lyrical, loving hymn to nature, the verdant Eighth Symphony brings the program to a joyous close.
Free pre-concert talk 1 hour before concert.

Best of Bernstein
2024-11-09 20:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Immerse yourself in the dynamic works of Broadway legends Leonard Bernstein and Samuel Barber’s iconic scores. This captivating concert celebrates the genius behind such legendary musicals as Candide, On the Town, and West Side Story. Experience the vibrant energy, unforgettable melodies, and groundbreaking innovation that have solidified Bernstein’s place in the pantheon of American musical theater.

U.S. Naval Academy Glee Club
2024-11-10 15:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Celebrate America with the 80 stirring voices of the U.S. Naval Academy Glee Club. A tribute to America’s heroes with all your favorite red, white, and blue melodies. Patriotic anthems, Broadway hits, choir classics, and more – in concert with the Richmond Symphony!

Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra
2024-11-12 19:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Hear Richmond’s up-and-coming musical talent and inspire the budding musician in your family. The Symphony’s Youth Orchestra Program is the premier orchestral training program of Central Virginia and Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra its most advanced ensemble of student musicians.
FREE; no ticket required

Mozart, Schubert & Gruber
2024-11-15 19:30 | Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education
Franz Schubert was just 19 when he composed his First Symphony. Developing swiftly, his Fifth is a work of charm and grace. From our own time, H.K. Gruber’s pieces, written in 1968 for his MOB ensemble, are joyful and jazzy. This “close to home” concert opens with Mozart’s sparkling overture to his greatest opera: The Marriage of Figaro.

Mozart, Schubert & Gruber
2024-11-16 19:30 | St. Christopher’s School, 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States

Mozart, Schubert & Gruber
2024-11-17 15:00 | Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College, 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, 23005, United States

Let It Snow! 2024
2024-11-30 15:00, 2024-11-30 20:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
It’s Richmond’s favorite holiday musical tradition. Celebrate the season with family and friends with your Richmond Symphony at the Carpenter Theatre on Thanksgiving Weekend. Carols, classics, seasonal favorites and the sparkling vocals of American Idol golden ticket recipient and Chesterfield native Carrie Brockwell. Featuring the Hallelujah Chorus.
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Handel's Messiah
2024-12-01 15:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Witness the power and majesty of Handel’s Messiah as the Richmond Symphony and Richmond Symphony Chorus bring this timeless masterpiece to life. From the triumphant “Hallelujah” chorus to the tender “Messiah,” prepare to be moved by the most beloved music ever composed. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking performance that celebrates the greatest story ever told.

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Santa's Symphony Soiree 2024
2024-12-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Richmond Times Dispatch (Hanover Facility), 8460 Times Dispatch Blvd, Mechanicsville, VA, 23116
Unleash your inner holiday goofball! Join the Richmond Symphony for an evening filled with over-the-top fun, tacky-lights, dazzling décor, holiday cocktails and festive chamber music. This whimsical concert benefits the Richmond Symphony’s music education programs!
Limited seating available
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Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra Program
2024-12-16 19:00 | W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts (VCU), 922 Park Avenue, Richmond, VA, 23284
The Richmond Symphony’s Youth Orchestra Program is the premier orchestral training program of central Virginia. Enjoy performances from String Sinfonietta, Camerata Strings, and Youth Concert Orchestra.
FREE; no ticket required

Celebration of Black Music in Film
2025-01-18 20:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Journey into the rich musical heritage of Black cinema and discover such iconic soundscapes as Luther Vandross’ work on The Wiz, the funk of Isaac Hayes’ Shaft, and others including Get Out, Superfly, Crooklyn, Do the Right Thing, Purple Rain, Dream Girls, and many more. Soul-stirring melodies in this celebration of the artists who fused film, rhythm, and music. Richmond’s own Butcher Brown joins the Richmond Symphony for this unique event. Produced by James Crump-Wallace, co-founder and Creative Director of The Spot RVA.

Celebrate MLK
2025-01-19 15:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
A Chamber Concert for All Ages Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

A chamber concert for all ages honoring Martin Luther King Jr. and celebrating his inspiring message. Join us for a powerful evening that reflects on the life and legacy of Dr. King through an extraordinary selection of works by contemporary Black composers. This moving program includes Damien Geter’s I Said What I Said, a bold and expressive piece, alongside James Lee III’s Quintet for Clarinet & String Quartet, which journeys through themes of identity, resilience, and celebration.
Marcus Grant’s Efflorescence: Unfolding, Developing, Blossoming captures the spirit of growth and possibility, while Valerie Coleman’s Red Clay & Mississippi Delta evokes the vibrant soul of the American South. The program concludes with Damien Geter’s String Quartet No. 1: Neo Soul, featuring dynamic movements like Bop, Feelin’ Some Type of Way, and the poignant Please Don’t Kill My Vibe.
Be a part of this unforgettable event, celebrating Dr. King’s enduring message of hope, unity, and justice through the transformative power of music.

Tickets free for 18 and under

Puccini's Tosca
2025-01-25 20:00, 2025-01-26 15:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
It is the composer’s masterpiece of intrigue and betrayal, of obsession and deception. For her first opera with the Richmond Symphony, Valentina Peleggi
conducts Puccini’s Tosca. Starring the wildly acclaimed Jennifer Rowley in the title role. “Rowley molded her fiery passion to suit Tosca’s changing mood,” reported Operawire, “using it at one moment to warm and in the next to burn…”
Opera in concert, in Italian with English subtitles
With Richmond Symphony Chorus and Greater Richmond Children’s Choir
Free Pre-Concert Talk 1 Hour Before.

Goodyear's Serenade for Strings
2025-01-31 19:30 | Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education
The rhythmic precision Artist in Residence Stewart Goodyear brings a to his playing is also at the core of his compositions. His Serenade for Strings complements the Prelude for Strings of Julia Perry. Her 1946 meditation offers sonorous solace to the soul. The concerts culminate with the precocious First Symphony by the 15-year-old Felix Mendelssohn.

Goodyear's Serenade for Strings
2025-02-01 19:30 | St. Christopher’s School, 6010 Fergusson Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States
The rhythmic precision that Artist in Residence Stewart Goodyear brings to his playing is also at the core of his compositions. His Serenade for Strings serves as a fitting complement to Julia Perry’s Prelude for Strings. Perry’s 1946 meditation offers a sonorous solace to the soul, providing a moment of introspection and beauty. The concerts conclude with the remarkable First Symphony by Felix Mendelssohn, composed when he was just 15 years old, showcasing the precocious brilliance of his youthful talent.

The Constitution and Loving v. Virginia
2025-02-06 19:00 | Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Blenheim Boulevard, Fairfax, VA, United States
Legal scholars and historians discuss the history and significance of the landmark 1967 Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia, which struck down bans on interracial marriage in the United States.

Panel participants will include Mary Bauer, Executive Director of ACLU-VA, Eric M. Caplan, Visiting Assistant Professor of History at Wesleyan University, Dr. Erin Chapman, Associate Professor of History at George Mason University, and is moderated by Stephen Jacques Wermiel, Professor of the Practice in Constitutional Law at American University. There will be a brief Q & A session following the discussion. Co-presented by the City of Fairfax and Center for the Arts at George Mason University. Sponsored by Altria, Virginia Commission for the Arts, the NEA, CultureWorks, and E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation.

Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center
3740 Blenheim Boulevard, Fairfax, VA
Free | Registration Required

This event was created in support of the world premiere of Loving v. Virginia, a co-commission by Virginia Opera and Richmond Symphony.

Mancini
2025-02-08 20:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
He won OSCARS®. He won GRAMMYS®. And his legendary music won fans everywhere. The Richmond Symphony pays tribute to the great movie music of Henry Mancini, with such classics as “Moon River,” “The Days of Wine and Roses,” and, of course, “The Pink Panther.”

RESCHEDULED: The Constitution and Loving v. Virginia
2025-02-20 18:00 | Downtown Branch at Slover, 235 E Plume Street, Norfolk, VA, United States
DUE TO WEATHER, THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 20, 2025
Legal scholars and historians discuss the history and significance of the landmark 1967 Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia, which struck down bans on interracial marriage in the United States.
Panel participants will include Mary Bauer, Executive Director of ACLU-VA, Assistant Professor of Government at William & Mary, Christine Nemacheck, and Associate Professor of Law at the University of Richmond, Marissa Jackson Sow. There will be a brief Q & A session following the discussion. Sponsored by Arts Alliance, Virginia Commission for the Arts, and the NEA.
Downtown Branch at Slover
235 E Plume Street, Norfolk

Free | Registration Required

This event was created in support of the world premiere of Loving v. Virginia, a co-commission by Virginia Opera and Richmond Symphony.

CANCELLED - Pride in Black Voices: A Loving Community
2025-02-22 18:00 | Churchland High School, 4301 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth, VA, United States
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Blending powerful storytelling with music from the civil rights era of the 1950s and 1960s, A Loving Community also features excerpts from the highly anticipated new opera, Loving v. Virginia, premiering in April/May 2025 as a co-commission with the Richmond Symphony. This 60-minute program is performed by Virginia Opera’s talented Herndon Foundation Emerging Artists and will conclude with a brief Q&A session.
Designed for audiences aged 15 and older, A Loving Community offers a poignant and enriching exploration of history, music, and social change, making it an ideal program for junior high students through adults.
Churchland High School
4301 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth

Free | No Ticket Required

This event was created in support of the world premiere of Loving v. Virginia, a co-commission by Virginia Opera and Richmond Symphony.

Brass Glory
2025-02-22 20:00 | Carpenter Theatre, 612 East Grace Street, Richmond , VA, 23219, United States
Earworms, by Canada’s Vivian Fung, is a lighthearted mashup of music’s most memorable melodies, even daring to respond to Charles Ives’ “Unanswered Question.” Michael Sachs is one of classical’s foremost trumpet masters and jazz trumpet master Wynton Marsalis composed his Trumpet Concerto expressly for him. The two styles meet in a mesmerizing fusion. Schumann’s Second Symphony can be heard as the symphonic bridge across the Romantic age. Influenced by Beethoven and Schubert, it would come to influence Johannes Brahms.
Free pre-concert talk 1 hour before.
