Pianist

“Itzhak Perlman’s violin playing has always had a sweet, gracious quality about it that communicates the joy he finds in making music.” – The Washington Post

A friend of Washington Performing Arts since the 1960s, Perlman returns to The Music Center at Strathmore alongside frequent musical collaborator, pianist Rohan De Silva. Fresh off their wildly successful 2025/26 North American tour, An Evening with Itzhak Perlman, the internationally beloved violinist performs a program announced from stage. Perlman is celebrated for a decades-long career replete with remarkable artistry, humanity, and his own infectious joy for making music. The evening concludes with an onstage Linger Longer conversation with Perlman and Washington Performing Arts President & CEO Jenny Bilfield.

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Itzhak Perlman, violin

The Music Center at Strathmore

Celebrate Itzhak Perlman’s 80th birthday season and discover more about the legendary “man behind the music” at An Evening with Itzhak Perlman (OR An Afternoon withItzhak Perlman).This multimedia program, curated by Tony-award winning director Dan Sullivan and produced by Elliott Forrest, interweaves storytelling by Perlman alongside personal photos, clips pulled from the Grammy-nominated Itzhak documentary, and music-making with Perlman’s longtime pianist and friend, Rohan DeSilva.

Itzhak Perlman in Recital

McCallum Theatre

The longtime reigning virtuoso of the violin makes another highly anticipated appearance in LA with his long-standing musical partner, leading an intimate multimedia experience of live music, personal anecdotes, and rarely seen home videos.

An Evening with Itzhak Perlman

Walt Disney Concert Hall

 Sonaten-Matinée II

Kirchgemeinde Reichenberg

Sonaten-Matinée I

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts with the legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman and esteemed pianist Rohan De Silva. This remarkable duo will grace the stage of the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall on March 10, 2025, for a performance that promises to captivate and enchant.

Itzhak Perlman, the reigning virtuoso of the violin, enjoys a superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved around the globe for his exceptional talent, charm, and humanity, Perlman's performances are a treasure to audiences worldwide. His irrepressible joy for making music, combined with his remarkable artistry, makes every performance a memorable event. For this special evening, Perlman will be joined by his longtime musical partner, Rohan De Silva, for a traditional program for violin and piano that is yet to be announced.

Before the concert, attendees will have the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the music, musicians, and composers of the evening's program during the "Beyond The Stage Pre-Concert Talk." Hosted by the Kravis Center’s Classical Artistic Advisor, Phillip Bergmann, this talk will take place from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Rinker Playhouse. Bergmann will share interesting facts and background about the music and highlight elements of interest to all audience members, featuring interviews with special guests from the ensembles.

This concert is part of the Classical Concert Series, generously sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis, with additional support from Nancy and Jay Parker for the Beyond The Stage event.

Please note, to ensure the best experience and value for your visit, always purchase your tickets directly from the Kravis Center's official website, kravis.org, to avoid overpaying through unauthorized ticket distributors.

Mark your calendars for March 10, 2025, and prepare for an evening of exquisite music with Itzhak Perlman and Rohan De Silva. Showtime is at 7:30 pm at the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the artistry of two of the classical music world's most revered figures.

An Evening With Itzhak Perlman & Rohan De Silva

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

“A recital by Itzhak Perlman is inevitably a journey into perfection: virtuosity of the highest order, the sweetest tone imaginable, impeccable intonation, mature musicianship, and a pleasant stage persona to boot.” (Palm Beach ArtsPaper) Enjoy a solo violin recital by the legendary Itzhak Perlman accompanied by pianist, Rohan De Silva.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Chenyi Avsharian, Violin / Rohan De Silva, Piano / Simon Hagopian-Rogers, Violin

Carnegie Hall

Violinist Blake Pouliot and pianist Rohan De Silva gives a thrilling recital performance in conjunction with Sounding Point Academy, Colburn’s summer program for advanced violinists.

Sounding Point Academy: Blake Pouliot, Violin, and Rohan De Silva, Piano

Colburn School

This multi-part evening featuring pianist Rohan De Silva includes a performance of Gershwin/Heifetz’s Porgy and Bess Suite for Violin and Piano with violinist Iryna Krechkovsky, discussion on the art of collaboration, and master class with a Pre-College Program ensemble.

Special Event: Rohan De Silva

Chamber Music OC

16-time Grammy Award-winning violinist Itzhak Perlman is joined by master pianist and longtime collaborator Rohan De Silva in this unique multi-media program, offering an intimate window into Perlman's life and work through live performance, rarely seen home movies, and personal anecdotes from more than a half-century of music-making

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Rohan De Silva has partnered with violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman in worldwide recitals, and every notable violinist on the concert stage today. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, Library of Congress, Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Wigmore Hall in London, Suntory Hall in Tokyo, and at the White House at the invitation of President Barack Obama in 2012 for Shimon Peres; and at a State Dinner in 2007 hosted by President George W. Bush for Queen Elizabeth.  A native of Sri Lanka, Mr. De Silva was invited in 2015 by the Prime Minister of his country to perform for U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on his historic visit to Sri Lanka.

Music Masterclass: Rohan De Silva, collaborative piano

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Itzhak Perlman is a violin virtuoso without equal and one of classical music’s few superstars. Perlman, who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor in November 2015, is known for his artistry and the joy with which he makes music. A polio survivor, he is also an ardent advocate for people with disabilities.

Itzhak Perlman and Rohan De Silva

Lyric Theatre

Learn more about the legendary “man behind the music” at An Evening with Itzhak Perlman. This multimedia program, curated by Tony-award winning director Dan Sullivan, and produced by Elliott Forrest, interweaves storytelling by Perlman alongside personal photos, clips pulled from the Grammy-nominated Itzhak documentary, and music making with Perlman’s longtime pianist and friend, Rohan De Silva.

Davies Symphony Hall

Discover more about the legendary “man behind the music” at An Evening with Itzhak Perlman. This multimedia program, curated by Tony Award-winning director Dan Sullivan and produced by Elliott Forrest, interweaves storytelling by Perlman alongside personal photos, clips pulled from the GRAMMY-nominated Itzhak documentary and music-making with Perlman’s longtime pianist and friend, Rohan De Silva.

Pianist

Rohan De Silva

Events

Upcoming events

Jan 19, 2027

An Evening with Itzhak Perlman · San Francisco Symphony

Jan 26, 2027

An Evening with Itzhak Perlman · Oregon Symphony

Past events

Oct 14, 2026

Itzhak Perlman, violin · Washington Performing Arts

Mar 7, 2026

Itzhak Perlman in Recital · McCallum Theatre

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