Conductor

“What’s Up, Doc?” Bugs Bunny is coming to your Orchestra Iowa. Enjoy 16 beloved, classic Looney Tunes on the big screen, including What’s Opera, Doc?, Baton Bunny, and The Rabbit of Seville, as Orchestra Iowa plays their iconic original musical scores LIVE! Join Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Porky Pig, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, and of course, Bugs Bunny as they take over the Paramount Theatre for Bugs Bunny at the Symphony.

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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Paramount Theatre Iowa

It could only happen here! George Daugherty brings Vegas’ best and brightest to join the Philharmonic for the city’s biggest Christmas concert, with plenty of guests and surprises. Once again produced by EMMY® winners Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong.

A Very Vegas Christmas™

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts

This popular concert returns to Indiana celebrating Bugs Bunny’s 85th Anniversary, and the concert’s 35th, with a dynamic new edition. Sixteen classic Looney Tunes shorts are projected on the big screen as the original iconic scores are played live by a full orchestra. The animated shorts include Baton Bunny, The Rabbit of Seville, What’s Opera, Doc?, Corny Concerto, Long-Haired Hare and many others, plus new additions including the world premiere of a just-produced Looney Tunes short saluting Bugs’ 85 years. It’s the ultimate version of this cherished production!

Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts

"What's Up, Doc?" Bugs Bunny turns 85 in grand, symphonic style! Your Pittsburgh Symphony premiered the audience favorite Bugs Bunny at the Symphony when it first debuted in 1990, and now it’s back with a new edition, celebrating Bugs Bunny's 85th Anniversary, and the concert's 35th. Sixteen beloved, classic Looney Tunes are projected on the big screen, while the PSO plays their iconic, classically-infused original scores live! "What's Opera, Doc?" "The Rabbit of Seville," "Long-Haired Hare," "Corny Concerto," "Baton Bunny," and other vintage treasures will be combined with dynamic new additions. Conducted by Emmy Award™ winner George Daugherty, and created by Daugherty and Emmy Award™ winner David Ka Lik Wong, this high-energy production will be a blast!

Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts

This new edition of the beloved concert celebrates Bugs Bunny’s 85th Anniversary, and the concert’s 35th. Over a dozen classic Looney Tunes are projected on the big screen, while their iconic original scores are played live by the Seattle Symphony.

Warner Bros. Discovery Presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Benaroya Hall

The beloved audience favorite returns to The Smith Center to celebrate Bugs Bunny’s 85th Anniversary, and the concert’s 35th! Sixteen classic Looney Tunes will be projected on the big screen, as the Las Vegas Philharmonic performs the original, iconic scores LIVE! Don’t miss Baton Bunny, The Rabbit of Seville, What’s Opera, Doc?, Corny Concerto, Long-Haired Hare, and many other mini-masterpieces – plus brand new additions, including the premiere of a just-completed animated short saluting Bugs’ 85 years on the silver screen! It’s the ultimate version of this cherished concert, . . . a “Very Vegas” Bugs Bunny Double Celebration!

Warner Bros. Discovery Presents “bugs Bunny At The Symphony”

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony returns to the Bowl, celebrating Bugs Bunny’s 85th—and this cherished concert’s 35th—anniversaries! Iconic Looney Tunes moments will delight audiences of all ages as over a dozen beloved animated shorts are projected on the big screens while the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra plays the original scores live. With new additions and surprises added to the Bowl festivities, it’s the ultimate version of this critically acclaimed concert!

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Hollywood Bowl

Join the Phoenix Symphony for an unforgettable experience with "Bugs Bunny at the Symphony," a unique concert event that brings the beloved Looney Tunes characters to life on the big screen while the orchestra performs the reimagined classics of Rossini, Wagner, and more. This special performance, conducted by Emmy Award-winning conductor George Daugherty, will feature hilarious and memorable scenes from iconic animations such as "What’s Opera, Doc?", "The Rabbit of Seville", "Coyote Falls", "Long-Haired Hare", "Baton Bunny", and "Corny Concerto", along with five brand new animated shorts.

This event is a creation of George Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong, celebrating the timeless humor and inventive music of the Looney Tunes. It's a perfect blend of classical music and classic animation that promises to entertain audiences of all ages.

The performances are scheduled to take place at the Orpheum Theatre from February 28 to March 2, 2025, with showtimes as follows:
- Friday, February 28, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM

Don't miss this opportunity to see your favorite Looney Tunes characters in action and hear their antics accompanied by the live performance of the Phoenix Symphony. Whether you're a fan of classical music, animation, or both, "Bugs Bunny at the Symphony" is sure to provide an entertaining and memorable experience.

Phoenix City Hall

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony is back! Celebrate Looney Tunes and its legendary stars, including Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Sylvester, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner and, of course, Bugs Bunny, our very favorite “wascally wabbit.” Enjoy classics including “Baton Bunny,” “The Rabbit of Seville,” and “What’s Opera, Doc?” alongside Warner Bros. Discovery 3D theatrical shorts “Rabid Rider,” “Coyote Falls,” and “Fur of Flying.” Don’t miss these extraordinary musical scores performed live by the New Jersey Symphony as all the action unfolds on the big screen.

Warner Bros. Discovery presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony with the New Jersey Symphony

State Theatre New Jersey

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony is back! Celebrate Looney Tunes and its legendary stars, including Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Sylvester, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner and, of course, Bugs Bunny, our very favorite “wascally wabbit.” Enjoy classics including “Baton Bunny,” “The Rabbit of Seville” and “What’s Opera, Doc?” alongside Warner Bros. Discovery 3D theatrical shorts “Rabid Rider,” “Coyote Falls” and “Fur of Flying.” Don’t miss these extraordinary musical scores performed live by the New Jersey Symphony as all the action unfolds on the big screen.

Warner Bros. Discovery presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Count Basie Center for the Arts

Warner Bros. Discovery proudly presents "Bugs Bunny at the Symphony" at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. This enchanting event celebrates the timeless charm of Looney Tunes and its beloved characters, including Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Sylvester, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, and, of course, Bugs Bunny, the iconic wascally wabbit. Audiences will be treated to classic animated shorts such as "Baton Bunny," "The Rabbit of Seville," and "What’s Opera, Doc?" These beloved cartoons will be accompanied by Warner Bros. Discovery's 3D theatrical shorts "Rabid Rider," "Coyote Falls," and "Fur of Flying," bringing a modern twist to the nostalgic experience.

The New Jersey Symphony, under the baton of conductor George Daugherty, will perform the extraordinary musical scores live, adding a rich, immersive layer to the visual spectacle. The event is a creation of George Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong, who have masterfully blended the magic of animation with the grandeur of a live symphony orchestra. As the action unfolds on the big screen, the symphony's live performance will elevate the experience, making it a memorable celebration of animation and music. For more information on the program, visit the official website.

What’s Up Doc?! Bugs Bunny is coming to Atwood Concert Hall! Combining more than a dozen beloved classic Looney Tunes projected on the big screen while your ASO plays the classical music-infused original scores, including iconic favorites like What’s Opera, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, Baton Bunny, and more!

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts

An all-new edition of Las Vegas’ holiday musical tradition! Celebrate the season with family and friends with Las Vegas Philharmonic and George Daugherty, the delightful conductor of “Bugs Bunny at the Symphony,” in the holiday-decked Smith Center. Sparkling classics and contemporary favorites, newly-created by multiple Emmy-Award-winning producers Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong.

A Very Vegas Christmas

“What’s up, Doc?” Follow Bugs Bunny and his Looney Tunes pals on their hilarious and unforgettable animated adventures while the musicians of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra perform the original score live under the big screen! Thrill to the reimagined classics of Rossini, Wagner, and more!

Bugs Bunny At The Symphony

Warner Grand Theater

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony will pair brilliant, iconic Looney Tunes projected on the big screen while their original classically-infused Carl Stalling scores are played live by the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Emmy Award-winning conductor George Daugherty.

Symphony Hall, Springfield

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony will pair 16 brilliant, iconic Looney Tunes projected on the big screen while their original classically-infused Carl Stalling scores are played live by the Spokane Symphony, conducted by Emmy Award-winning conductor George Daugherty.
Favorites include What’s Up, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, Coyote Falls, Long-Haired Hare, Baton Bunny, and Corny Concerto, plus 5 brand new animated shorts.

Pops 5: Warner Bros. Discovery Presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Martin Woldson Theater

Relive the Saturday mornings of your childhood when Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Wilie E. Coyote, and Road Runner are projected larger than life on the big screen, while Orchestra Lumos plays the original scores live.

The Palace Theatre

Celebrate the world’s most popular rabbit as “Bugs Bunny at the Symphony” projects 17 classic Looney Tunes on the big screen while the BPO, conducted by George Daugherty, performs the iconic original scores LIVE. Composed by Carl Stalling, and inspired by the masterpieces of Wagner, Rossini, Donizetti, Johann Strauss, Liszt, and many more, the beloved animated masterpieces including Baton Bunny, The Rabbit of Seville, Corny Concerto, Long-Haired Harem and What’s Opera, Doc?, plus such brand new eye-popping premieres as “Skyscraper Scrap” starring Tweety and Sylvester, and a very special animated short produced to celebrate Bugs’ 85th Birthday, and the concert’s 35th. Created by George Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong.

Conductor

George Daugherty

Events

Upcoming events

29 - 30 Jan, 2027

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony · Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Past events

Mar 7, 2026

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony · Orchestra Iowa

Dec 6, 2025

A Very Vegas Christmas™ · Las Vegas Philharmonic Guild

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