5/15/2023
Stravinsky's Oedipus rex
Friday, May 19, 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 20, 8 p.m.
The Houston Symphony thrilled to announce that Golden Globe Award-winning actor Kyle MacLachlan—best known for his roles in Twin Peaks, Dune, Blue Velvet, Portlandia, Desperate Housewives, and Sex and the City—will join the cast of Stravinsky’s Oedipus rex as narrator. MacLachlan joins an already star-studded cast of singers, headlined by tenor Sean Panikkar (Oedipus) and Michelle DeYoung (Jocasta), for this monumental season-finale production, which will see Jones Hall transformed through immersive video projections by Adam Larsen.
Tickets start at just $29 ● Buy now for the best seats and the best view!
THIS WEEK: TCHAIKOVSKY 6
Tchaikovsky 6 Pathetique: II. Allegro con grazia
Tchaikovsky 6—Tickets Selling Fast!
Friday, May 12, 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 13, 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 14, 2:30 p.m.
Saturday performance will be livestreamed
Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 6, also known as the Pathétique, is a powerful and deeply emotional work that will leave you feeling moved and inspired. Plus, Houston favorite Augustin Hadelich dazzles with music of Prokofiev, and the orchestra performs Creston’s Dance Overture. Led by Music Director Juraj Valčuha, this concert pays tribute to former Houston Symphony Conductor-in-Chief Sir John Barbirolli, and is an exact recreation of one of his programs
COMING THIS SUMMER:
Summer Symphony Nights at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Enjoy music under the stars with our free summer concert series at Miller Outdoor Theatre. This year’s concerts feature Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony, and much more! Learn more ›
Save 35% on 2023–24 Season Tickets Through May 31!
Through May 31, select one of our expertly tailored Curated Packages and save 35%! Organized by day of the week, each package has the perfect balance of repertoire and soloists to help you get the most out of our exciting 2023–24 Season. You’ll save up to $1,687 compared to single ticket prices and enjoy the same great seat at every performance, along with unlimited no-fee ticket exchanges, a backstage tour of Jones Hall, dining rewards at local restaurants, and more.
Use promo code 25939 online or at 713.224.7575 to save 35% through May 31
Offer valid on any curated package of 6 concerts or more in price levels 1–5. Not valid on prior purchases.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Houston Symphony relies on gifts from donors for more than 2/3 of our annual operating budget. As we near the end of our fiscal year, please consider making a gift to the Annual Fund before our May 31 deadline.
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