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A Symphony of Diverse Arts: Celebrating Creativity at Harris Theater
Prepare to be enchanted as Harris Theater in Chicago sets the stage for an extraordinary lineup of performances that celebrate the beauty of music, dance, and storytelling. This season, world-class artists like Kaki King, Joyce DiDonato, and Isaiah Collier, alongside renowned ensembles like the Ragamala Dance Company, bring their unique talents to life in a series of captivating events. From Baroque music and holiday classics to contemporary jazz and immersive dance experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy in this vibrant cultural celebration.
Nov 29, 2024
Share1. BUGS
Guitarist and composer Kaki King, named as one of Rolling Stone’s “250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” in 2023, brings a fun-filled story of bugs, beetles, critters, and all things sugar to the Harris Theater with BUGS. This new work has been created specifically for young audiences to bring together music, design, and technology in a live performance that is accessible for children of all ages.
Nov 30, 2024
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Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
2. Brandenburg Concertos
The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center brings its annual holiday tradition to Chicago. Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos, each written for a different collection of instruments, show off the composer’s endless inventiveness and the musicians’ virtuosity—perfectly encapsulating all that Baroque music can achieve. Celebrate the holiday season with us while taking in all six of these unique, exuberant works.
Dec 11, 2024
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Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
3. Joyce DiDonato + Kings Return present KINGS ReJOYCE! with Craig Terry
Experience the magic of the Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato — named as “the most potent female singer of her generation” by The New Yorker and “one of the most delightful artists of our time” by Gramophone — as she joins forces with the dynamic four-piece a cappella group Kings Return and the brilliant pianist Craig Terry in KINGS ReJOYCE! This special festive program promises a delightful blend of sacred and popular repertoire, celebrating the unique way music can bring us home for the holidays and transporting listeners to a world of joy and wonder.
Dec 13, 2024
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Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
4. The Nutcracker
Through its inspiring story, beautiful music, and charming choreography, “The Nutcracker” celebrates the joyous holiday season. Ballet Chicago's “The Nutcracker” takes us on an unforgettable journey with young Marie as she travels from her home on Christmas Eve. She ventures to the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of the Sweets, featuring George Balanchine’s Sugar Plum Fairy Pas De Deux. It is a time to relive cherished memories of childhood. It is the opportunity to create new memories for children filled with anticipation for the holidays. And it is an experience for everyone to share with friends and family.
20 - 22 Dec, 2024
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Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
5. Minkowski Conducts
Renowned French conductor Marc Minkowski makes his Music of the Baroque debut with music by three orchestral gods—Handel, Rameau, and Mozart. Handel’s concerto grosso originally belonged to a lost “magic opera,” while the Greek god Apollo is the hero in Rameau’s Suite from Les Boréades. And the sheer power of Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony—his final orchestral work—prompted the connection to the Roman god of the sky.
Jan 25, 2025
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Chicago, IL · Harris Theater for Music and Dance
6. Dee Alexander and Jumaane Taylor
Chicago jazz vocalist Dee Alexander and tap dancer Jumaane Taylor collaborate, bringing Alexander's "It's All About Love" and Taylor's "Supreme Love" to audiences for the first time on the Harris stage — just in time for Valentine's Day.
7 - 8 Feb, 2025
Harris Theater
Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
7. Beyond the Aria: Nicole Cabell, Lucy Baker
Beyond the Aria returns for its 10th anniversary season and welcomes back Artistic Director, Craig Terry with four specially curated concerts.
Feb 19, 2025
Harris Theater
Chicago, IL · Millennium Park
8. Handel's Theodora
Handel's beautiful retelling of the story of the virtuous martyr Theodora and her Roman protector Didymus. A world-renowned cast—Sherezade Panthaki, Iestyn Davies, Allyson McHardy, David Portillo, and Jonathan Woody—joins the Chorus and Orchestra for a rare performance of the composer's personal favorite oratorio.
Mar 3, 2025
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Chicago, IL · Harris Theater for Music and Dance
9. Isaiah Collier & the Chosen Few
Multi-instrumentalist, composer, curator, activist, and educator Isaiah Collier has established himself as a musical force in Chicago and nationally. Cosmic Transitions, his 2021 release with his band the Chosen Few, earned a five-star review from Downbeat and multiple Album of the Year accolades, among other praises.
Mar 11, 2025
Harris Theater
Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
10. Children of Dharma
Ragamala Dance Company returns to the Harris Theater with Children of Dharma, a new evening-length piece that builds upon decades of the company’s pioneering work. Centering ancestral wisdom, artistic excellence, and creativity to contextualize the immigrant experience, Ragamala Dance Company continues to uphold dance as a spiritual practice that can inspire, heal, and transform communities.
21 - 22 Mar, 2025
Harris Theater
Chicago, IL · Harris Theater
Conclusion
The Harris Theater’s diverse array of performances this season highlights the transformative power of the arts. With a roster that spans Baroque masterpieces, festive a cappella, contemporary jazz, and traditional dance, audiences are treated to an enriching cultural experience. These events celebrate the creative spirit of the artists and offer an opportunity to connect with timeless themes of love, heritage, and joy. As the curtain falls on each performance, the magic of live art lingers, reminding us of the beauty and inspiration that creativity brings to our lives.
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