Doors
6:00PMShowtime
8:00PMPresented By:
Highmark Mann
All Ages
Marin Alsop, conductor
Artists, repertoire, and set times are subject to change.
All tickets $19.76 or $50* all-in!
Fifty years ago, music first echoed through the summer air at the Robin Hood Dell West. Highmark Mann and The Philadelphia Orchestra—under the baton of the Orchestra’s celebrated principal guest conductor, Marin Alsop—honor the magic of that Opening Night in 1976 with timeless works by Beethoven, Ravel, and Holst. The evening will begin with Beethoven's Leonore Overture No. 3, a piece that was featured on the Robin Hood Dell West's actual Opening Night in 1976. Next, the Orchestra will be joined by a rousing drumline as we are treated to Ravel's Bolero, known for its unchanging rhythm that is played 169 times throughout the piece as two melodies are passed between the instruments. The evening will conclude with choral accompaniment for Holst's The Planets, with its seven movements, each representing a different planet in our solar system—Earth was not depicted. One of Holst's most well-known works, this masterpiece was also an inspiration for John Williams' score for the Star Wars series. This golden celebration, rich with harmony and history, will serve as a loving commemoration of Highmark Mann's 50th Anniversary.
In honor of our founding in 1976 and our 50th Anniversary, enjoy special celebratory pricing for this event with all tickets available for just $19.76 or $50 all-in. *$50 tickets available in Pit and select Prime seats; $19.76 in select Prime, Main, Terrace, and Lawn seats.
Tickets will be available Friday, January 30 at 10AM via Ticketmaster.
Program
Beethoven Leonore Overture No. 3
Ravel Bolero
Holst The Planets
Picnics are permitted for this performance as a part of our Summer Picnic Series.
If you are 21 years of age or older and plan to consume alcohol at the concert, please be prepared to present proper I.D.
Lawn chairs are permitted for this performance. Highmark Mann recommends reasonably sized chairs; be a good neighbor!
Small blankets are permitted for all shows, but we do ask that you be mindful of your neighbors on the lawn.
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No photography is permitted at this performance.