BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Richmond Symphony - ECPv6.15.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Richmond Symphony X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Richmond Symphony REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170204T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170204T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T193600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T214045Z UID:4543-1486238400-1486245600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Rossini\, Beethoven DESCRIPTION:Discover 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 Richmond Symphony Music Director\, Steven Smith. These talks often feature guest artists and conductors and provide you with insights for the concert you are about to hear. \nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about Jason Vieaux\, guitar \nProgram Notes \nPurchase tickets to Sunday’s performance. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/rossini-beethoven-2/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Masterworks Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/MW5_Alex-Beck_RGB.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170205T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T193557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T214238Z UID:4538-1486306800-1486314000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Rossini\, Beethoven DESCRIPTION:Discover 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 Richmond Symphony Music Director\, Steven Smith. These talks often feature guest artists and conductors and provide you with insights for the concert you are about to hear. \nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about Jason Vieaux\, guitar \nProgram Notes \nPurchase tickets to Saturday’s performance. \nArtwork by: Alex Beck / Inspired by: Rossini Overture to Semiramide \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/rossini-beethoven/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Masterworks Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/MW5_Alex-Beck_RGB.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170210T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160928T165251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T164539Z UID:6619-1486753200-1486760400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream DESCRIPTION:William Soleau’s delightful telling of Shakespeare’s popular tale of love\, both lost and found\, sprinkled with a clever brand of mischief\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, returns this coming season to warm up the wintery month of February. Last presented in 2008\, this unique collaboration between the Ballet\, the Symphony\, singers\, and narrators\, takes audiences on a journey through the mystical\, woodland court of Tatiana and Oberon and the sumptuous and regal palaces of ancient Greece as the adventures of four sets of lovers become intertwined through a series of comical events and tricks set about by the infamous sprite\, Puck. Soleau’s classic and playful choreography will be brought to life as the entire Richmond Ballet Company joins together on the Carpenter Theatre’s historic stage. Paired with Felix Mendelssohn’s sparkling score\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a treat for all ages. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/midsummer/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170211T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170211T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160928T165504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T164511Z UID:6620-1486821600-1486828800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream DESCRIPTION:William Soleau’s delightful telling of Shakespeare’s popular tale of love\, both lost and found\, sprinkled with a clever brand of mischief\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, returns this coming season to warm up the wintery month of February. Last presented in 2008\, this unique collaboration between the Ballet\, the Symphony\, singers\, and narrators\, takes audiences on a journey through the mystical\, woodland court of Tatiana and Oberon and the sumptuous and regal palaces of ancient Greece as the adventures of four sets of lovers become intertwined through a series of comical events and tricks set about by the infamous sprite\, Puck. Soleau’s classic and playful choreography will be brought to life as the entire Richmond Ballet Company joins together on the Carpenter Theatre’s historic stage. Paired with Felix Mendelssohn’s sparkling score\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a treat for all ages. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/a-midsummer-nights-dream/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160928T165641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T164437Z UID:6621-1486839600-1486846800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream DESCRIPTION:William Soleau’s delightful telling of Shakespeare’s popular tale of love\, both lost and found\, sprinkled with a clever brand of mischief\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, returns this coming season to warm up the wintery month of February. Last presented in 2008\, this unique collaboration between the Ballet\, the Symphony\, singers\, and narrators\, takes audiences on a journey through the mystical\, woodland court of Tatiana and Oberon and the sumptuous and regal palaces of ancient Greece as the adventures of four sets of lovers become intertwined through a series of comical events and tricks set about by the infamous sprite\, Puck. Soleau’s classic and playful choreography will be brought to life as the entire Richmond Ballet Company joins together on the Carpenter Theatre’s historic stage. Paired with Felix Mendelssohn’s sparkling score\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a treat for all ages. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/a-midsummer-nights-dream-2/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170212T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170212T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160928T165747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T164357Z UID:6622-1486908000-1486915200@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream DESCRIPTION:William Soleau’s delightful telling of Shakespeare’s popular tale of love\, both lost and found\, sprinkled with a clever brand of mischief\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, returns this coming season to warm up the wintery month of February. Last presented in 2008\, this unique collaboration between the Ballet\, the Symphony\, singers\, and narrators\, takes audiences on a journey through the mystical\, woodland court of Tatiana and Oberon and the sumptuous and regal palaces of ancient Greece as the adventures of four sets of lovers become intertwined through a series of comical events and tricks set about by the infamous sprite\, Puck. Soleau’s classic and playful choreography will be brought to life as the entire Richmond Ballet Company joins together on the Carpenter Theatre’s historic stage. Paired with Felix Mendelssohn’s sparkling score\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a treat for all ages. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/a-midsummer-nights-dream-3/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T200858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T043334Z UID:4446-1487269800-1487273400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Rush Hour 3 2017 DESCRIPTION:These one-hour informal concerts at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery return for another great season. Grab a beer\, hit the food trucks and enjoy a great concert in the Hardywood tasting room. \nCover fee is $15 and seating is limited. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/rush-hour-3/2017-02-16/ LOCATION:Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond\, 2408-2410 Ownby Lane\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States CATEGORIES:Hardywood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Hardywood_21.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T200902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T170122Z UID:4439-1487516400-1487523600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Fischer\, Beethoven DESCRIPTION:Join 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 concert. \nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about James Jacobson\, timpani \nProgram Notes \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/fischer-beethoven/ LOCATION:Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College\, 204 Henry Street\, Ashland\, VA\, 23005\, United States CATEGORIES:Metro Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Metro3-Jacobson-Jim-action-e1454099123694.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170224T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170224T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20170206T175516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170206T175857Z UID:7992-1487962800-1487966400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Richmond's Finest: The Taters and the Richmond Sympony DESCRIPTION:The Richmond’s Finest series returns with a spectacular evening of Classic American & British Pop Rock! Backed by the amazing sounds of the Richmond Symphony\, the Taters will perform an eclectic mix of roots rock\, pop\, country\, skiffle & Americana\, a sound that’s been compared favorably to a mixture of Everlys\, Orbison\, Beatles\, and Nick Lowe. Don’t miss this epic evening of live music! Plus\, enjoy dinner before the show from DeFazio’s!  Cost $28 \nTickets: http://www.artsglenallen.com/performances-and-special-events/shows-and-performances-center-season \n  \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/richmonds-finest-the-taters-and-the-richmond-sympony/ LOCATION:The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen\, 2880 Mountain Road\, Glen Allen\, 23060 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/the-tater2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170225T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170225T223000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160627T134332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170215T210355Z UID:5801-1488052800-1488061800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Music of David Bowie DESCRIPTION:The genius of David Bowie’s innovative range of musical styles influenced multiple generations of groundbreaking music. Now\, hear his iconic music performed as never before with the Richmond Symphony featuring a guest conductor and a full rock band; taking you on a symphonic odyssey that pays tribute to the legendary musician and epic storyteller David Bowie. \n  \nBrent Havens\, guest conductor bio\nTony Vincent\, vocalist bio URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/music-of-david-bowie/ LOCATION:Altria Theater\, 6 North Laurel Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23220\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/web_Dav.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170226T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170226T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161019T165602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170105T160629Z UID:6994-1488135600-1488135600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Side by Side with the Richmond Symphony DESCRIPTION:Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra (RSYO) is the top ensemble of the Youth Orchestra Program. Richmond Symphony’s flagship educational program\, founded in 1962\, consists of four youth orchestras providing beginning to advanced musical training. As the premier orchestral training program of central Virginia\, students participate in weekly rehearsals\, coaching and masterclasses by Richmond Symphony musicians\, chamber music performances\, mentoring and other musical and social activities. The Youth Orchestra Program is open to elementary through high school students. Rehearsals are held every Tuesday afternoon September through May. \nRSYO students have the opportunity to share the stage with musicians of the Richmond Symphony once each season – a tradition that has taken place since its founding!  Together they will create a 112 member orchestra. \nAuditions for the Youth Orchestra Program take place in the spring for the following season – learn more! URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/side-by-side-with-the-richmond-symphony/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/XN9G0024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Symphony":MAILTO:patronservices@richmondsymphony.com GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170303T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170303T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T200708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T165253Z UID:4453-1488565800-1488569400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Stravinsky: Pétrouchka DESCRIPTION:Dominion Casual Fridays features an exciting line-up of orchestral music in a relaxed setting. Sit back in the beautiful Carpenter Theatre as your host and conductor guides you through a 60-minute journey into the stories behind the performance. After the concert\, collect your exclusive composer trading card and head to the speakeasy at VAGABOND restaurant across the street for an exclusive happy-hour with Richmond Symphony musicians. \nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about Todd Waldo\, host \nProgram Notes \n \n  \n \n  \n \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/stravinsky-petrushka/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/DANC0472.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170304T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170304T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T193603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T174022Z UID:4544-1488657600-1488664800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Tchaikovsky\, Stravinsky DESCRIPTION:Discover 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 Richmond Symphony Music Director\, Steven Smith. These talks often feature guest artists and conductors and provide you with insights for the concert you are about to hear. \nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about Jinjoo Cho\, violin \nProgram Notes \nArtwork by: Chris Milk Hulburt / Inspired by: Stravinsky Petrushka \n  \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/tchaikovsky-stravinsky/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Masterworks Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/MW6_Chris-Milk.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170311T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170311T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T200240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170220T190445Z UID:4566-1489262400-1489269600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Ann Hampton Callaway – The Streisand Songbook DESCRIPTION:Join the Richmond Symphony as we celebrate the music of one of America’s most powerful and enduring musical artists. Singing timeless classics from five decades of Barbra Streisand’s multi-faceted career\, Platinum Award Winning singer-songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway will show off her gorgeous voice with iconic hits like “The Way We Were\,” “Don’t Rain on My Parade” and “Cry Me a River.” \nLearn more about Ann Hampton Callaway\, guest artist\nLearn more about Chia-Hsuan Lin\, conductor URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/ann-hampton-callaway-the-streisand-songbook/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Pops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/AHC-8450_FINAL_-e1455027980651.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170317T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170317T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T164208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T165056Z UID:6654-1489780800-1489788000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot/ LOCATION:Harrison Opera House\, 160 W Virginia Beach Blvd.\, Norfolk \, 23510\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170319T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170319T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T165018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T165018Z UID:6658-1489933800-1489942800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot-2/ LOCATION:Harrison Opera House\, 160 W Virginia Beach Blvd.\, Norfolk \, 23510\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170321T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170321T223000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T165158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T165158Z UID:6659-1490124600-1490135400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot-3/ LOCATION:Harrison Opera House\, 160 W Virginia Beach Blvd.\, Norfolk \, 23510\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170323T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170323T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20170111T174029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T174507Z UID:7711-1490262300-1490311800@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Musical Storytelling DESCRIPTION:For grades 3-8 \nBringing back a favorite theme from the past\, this 50-minute performance will explore musical storytelling. Students will be challenged to apply their knowledge about common literary elements (such as setting\, plot\, character\, etc.) to gain understanding about musical compositions. Concert repertoire to include pieces by Mozart\, Tchaikovsky\, Beethoven\, and more. \n*Inclement Weather Date: April 4 URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/musical-storytelling/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/1.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170324T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170324T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20170111T175818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T174541Z UID:7716-1490348700-1490398200@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:A Child's Guide to the Orchestra DESCRIPTION:For grades preK- 3rd \nAs has become our tradition\, this shorter\, 40-minute performance will focus on introducing young students to the symphony orchestra. Students will study instruments and the families of instruments in the orchestra by listening to Benjamin Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra (and other repertoire). The concert will be narrated by Professor Nigel Taproot of Really Inventive Stuff. \n*Inclement Weather Date: April 6 URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/a-childs-guide-to-the-orchestra-2/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/1.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T200722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T133246Z UID:4556-1490439600-1490443200@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:A Child's Guide to the Orchestra DESCRIPTION:Fusing the styles of a museum curator and a school librarian\, Really Inventive Stuff and the Richmond Symphony present Professor Nigel Taproot. This concert will showcase the different families of instruments in the orchestra\, helping your child learn how the orchestra works and makes music. \nArrive early and join us for a free pre-concert festival! Festivities begin at 10am in Rhythm Hall and include the popular instrument petting zoo plus music and arts activities provided by The Children’s Museum of Richmond\, Union Bank & Trust\, WCVE\, Richmond Family Magazine and more. LolliPops concerts are ideal for children ages 5 and up\, but music lovers of all ages are welcome. \nLearn more about Chia-Hsuan Lin\, conductor\nLearn more about Michael Boudewyns\, actor \n  \nSponsored By \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n \n\n\n  \nOur LolliPops Concerts are now Sensory-Friendly!\nClick here for more information.\n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/a-childs-guide-to-the-orchestra/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Atlantic Union Bank LolliPops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Photocredit_@JeffreyCPhotos-e1481906327469.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T223000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T165959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T165959Z UID:6660-1490472000-1490481000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot-4/ LOCATION:George Mason University Center for the Arts\, 4400 University Drive\, MS2F5\, Fairfax\, 22030\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170326T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170326T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T170126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T170126Z UID:6661-1490536800-1490544000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot-5/ LOCATION:George Mason University Center for the Arts\, 4400 University Drive\, MS2F5\, Fairfax\, 22030\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170331T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170331T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T170229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T170229Z UID:6662-1490990400-1490997600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot-6/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170401T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160921T195052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170401T000429Z UID:6525-1491073200-1491075000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Brunswick High School DESCRIPTION:The Richmond Symphony is performing in Lawrenceville\, Virginia in April for an evening of fun. They will be performing Union Bank & Trust Lollipops Concert series 4. The symphony will be performing A Child’s Guide to the Orchestra with Really Inventive Stuff. \nThe performance will be held on Saturday\, April 1\, 2017\, at 7:00 p.m. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/brunswick-high-school/ LOCATION:VA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Rich_Symph-270.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20161003T170751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161003T170751Z UID:6663-1491143400-1491154200@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Turandot DESCRIPTION:Based on an ancient fable set in China\, this story of the legendary Princess Turandot\, so desirable that men risked their heads for her hand in marriage\, weaves the quest for love with the ultimate consequences. From the opening moments of Puccini’s extravagant and exotic score\, you will be thrown into a world of suspense and horror. Featuring “Nessun dorma\,” one of the most famous opera arias of all time\, and sung by a stellar cast of internationally recognized singers\, led by audience favorite Kelly Cae Hogan (Salome 2015) and Derek Taylor (La Boheme 2009)\, you will be enthralled by this epic new production\, under the direction of Virginia Opera’s beloved Lillian Groag (La Traviata 2015). \nSung in Italian with English Supertitles URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/turandot-7/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170408T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170408T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T193607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T140709Z UID:4550-1491681600-1491681600@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Schubert\, Bruckner & Vaughan Williams DESCRIPTION:Discover 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 Richmond Symphony Music Director\, Steven Smith. These talks often feature guest artists and conductors and provide you with insights for the concert you are about to hear. \nRennolds Memorial Concert\nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about Michelle Areyzaga\, soprano\nLearn more about Kevin Deas\, bass-baritone\nLearn more about the Richmond Symphony Chorus\nLearn more about Erin R. Freeman\, chorus director \nProgram Notes \nArtwork by: Duncan Robertson / Inspired by: Vaughan Williams Dona Nobis Pacem \n\nPurchase tickets to Sunday’s performance \n  \n \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/vaughan-williams-schubert-2/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Masterworks Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Duncan-Robertson-version-2-RGB.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170409T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170409T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T193605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T140745Z UID:4541-1491750000-1491757200@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Schubert\, Bruckner & Vaughan Williams DESCRIPTION:Discover 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 Richmond Symphony Music Director\, Steven Smith. These talks often feature guest artists and conductors and provide you with insights for the concert you are about to hear. \nRennolds Memorial Concert\nLearn more about Steven Smith\, conductor\nLearn more about Michelle Areyzaga\, soprano\nLearn more about Kevin Deas\, bass-baritone\nLearn more about the Richmond Symphony Chorus\nLearn more about Erin R. Freeman\, chorus director \nProgram Notes \nArtwork by: Duncan Robertson / Inspired by: Vaughan Williams Dona Nobis Pacem \n  \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/vaughan-williams-schubert/ LOCATION:Carpenter Theatre\, 612 East Grace Street\, Richmond \, VA\, 23219\, United States CATEGORIES:Masterworks Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Duncan-Robertson-version-2-RGB.jpg GEO:37.5415432;-77.43695 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpenter Theatre 612 East Grace Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=612 East Grace Street:geo:-77.43695,37.5415432 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170411T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170411T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20170317T140027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170317T140341Z UID:8442-1491937200-1491944400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Richmond Symphony at Saint Michael Catholic Church DESCRIPTION:As part of St. Michael Catholic Church’s 25th Anniversary celebration\, we are pleased to announce that the Richmond Symphony Orchestra and Richmond Symphony Chorus will be returning to St. Michael for one performance! \nThe Orchestra\, under the direction of Conductor\, Erin R. Freeman\, will perform pieces from Beethoven\, Ravel\, Mahler\, Tchaikovsky\, Brahms\, and Handel.  Violinist\, Daisuke Yamamoto will be featured in the program. The Chorus will join the Orchestra for Jim Erb’s arrangement of Shenandoah. \nThere will be one 15 minute intermission\, at which refreshments will be available.  The performance will be in the center of St. Michael’s round Sanctuary — providing a unique experience for the audience. \nEarly bird ticket sales provide a discount on the price of each ticket.  Reserved seating is offered in the “chairs” in the sanctuary; general seating is available in the pews. URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/richmond-symphony-at-saint-michael-catholic-church/ LOCATION:Saint Michael Catholic Church\, 4491 Springfield Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23060\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/violins.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170427T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170427T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20160216T200833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170419T193047Z UID:4443-1493317800-1493321400@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:Rush Hour 4 DESCRIPTION:These one-hour informal concerts at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery return for another great season. Grab a beer\, hit the food trucks and enjoy a great concert in the Hardywood tasting room. \nCover fee is $15 and seating is limited. \n  \nLearn more about Chia-Hsuan Lin\, conductor. \n  \nSponsored by:\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/rush-hour-4/ LOCATION:Hardywood Park Craft Brewery Richmond\, 2408-2410 Ownby Lane\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States CATEGORIES:Hardywood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Hardywood_21.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170428T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170428T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T192649 CREATED:20170220T152039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170427T192411Z UID:8213-1493407800-1493415000@www.richmondsymphony.com SUMMARY:James Erb Choral Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join the Richmond Symphony Chorus as they pay homage to founder James Erb. Most well-known for his stirring arrangement of Shenandoah\, Erb also composed and arranged several other works\, including Amazing Grace\, Now is the Cool of the Day\, and the Colorado Trail.  We will perform several of these lesser-known\, but equally beautiful selections\, and pair them with music of Orlando Lassus\, curated and edited by Dr. Erb\, and three movements from the Brahms’ Requiem\, the final full work that Erb prepared with the Richmond Symphony Chorus. \nLearn more about Erin R. Freeman\, Director of the Richmond Symphony Chorus & James Erb Choral Chair\nLearn more about the Richmond Symphony Chorus \nSpecial Offer!\nTicket buyers for this concert will be eligible to pre-order their James Erb Choral Celebration recording for just $10. This special edition concert recording will feature James Erb arrangements never before available on CD. Regular price $20. \n  URL:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/event/james-b-erb-memorial-concert-2/ LOCATION:Second Baptist Church\, 9614 River Rd\, Richmond \, 23229 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.richmondsymphony.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Richmond-Symphony-Chorus.jpg GEO:37.583747;-77.60233 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Second Baptist Church 9614 River Rd Richmond 23229;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9614 River Rd:geo:-77.60233,37.583747 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR