A Hundred Years On
with The Philadelphia Orchestra & The Crossing
Commissioned by Highmark Mann, A Hundred Years On celebrates the 1876 Centennial Exposition that took place in Philadelphia, in part, on what are now the very grounds Highmark Mann occupies. This world-premiere, original oratorio by acclaimed GRAMMY-nominated composer Peter Boyer and Pulitzer Prize-winning librettist Mark Campbell features The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Crossing, and soloists TBA. Major support for this program is provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, with additional support provided by America250PA and Philadelphia Funder Collaborative for the Semiquincentennial. Premieres June 17, 2026.
50 Years of Music in the Park
with The Philadelphia Orchestra
Fifty years ago, music first echoed through the summer air at the Robin Hood Dell West. Highmark Mann and The Philadelphia Orchestra honor the magic of that opening night in 1976 with a golden celebration rich with harmony and history. July 2026.
BalletX's The Four Seasons Reimagined
Experience BalletX on an epic scale in The Four Seasons Reimagined! Reimagining Vivaldi's iconic score with a bold new composition created and performed live by Dan Deacon, four of today's most compelling choreographers – Penny Saunders, Jamar Roberts, Trey McIntyre, and Morgann Runacre-Temple – will bring each season to life through stunning, original choreography that celebrates nature, resilience, and the boundless power of imagination. Featuring costumes and scenic design by award-winning designer Emma Kingsbury, this groundbreaking collaboration unites music and movement to transport audiences into a world where art drives change, sparks hope, and honors the majestic beauty of our plant. Co-commissioned with ArtPhilly's What Now: 2026 Festival and Highmark Mann, in honor of America250. Premieres June 4 & 5, 2026.
Mural Arts Partnership
In addition, in 2026, Highmark Mann’s new partnership with Mural Arts Philadelphia will come to life with a community-led mural installation, featuring the work of local West Philadelphia artists on view on the street-facing fence line that runs along North Georges Hill Drive and the Skyline Stage. This vibrant mural will commemorate 2026 by bringing the community together for a monumental and lasting art project that will enhance the visual beauty of the campus and inspire new generations. Summer 2026.
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