Join the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra for a whimsical afternoon at the "Family Concert: Cartoon Classics" on Sunday, 12 May 2024, at 3:00pm. This enchanting one-hour concert, held at the prestigious Town Hall in Birmingham, promises to be a delightful journey through the tunes of your favorite cartoons. From the zany antics of Looney Tunes to the underwater adventures of SpongeBob SquarePants, and the comedic escapades of The Simpsons to the charming tales of Bluey, this concert has something for every member of the family.

Under the lively direction of Olivia Clarke and the engaging narration of host Tom Redmond, the CBSO's highly animated musicians will bring to life marvellous melodies and loony tunes that have captured the hearts of generations. The concert is specially recommended for children aged 6 and above, making it the perfect family outing.

Before the concert, start the fun early by joining us at 2:15pm in the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space for a FREE pre-concert performance from the CBSO Children's Chorus. Additionally, there will be an hour of FREE craft activities, ensuring a fully immersive and enjoyable experience for the little ones.

The performance will feature iconic pieces such as Rossini's "William Tell: Overture," Mancini's "The Pink Panther Theme," and Elfman's "The Simpsons: Theme," among others. Each piece has been carefully selected to showcase the dynamic and diverse world of cartoon music, promising an afternoon of laughter, nostalgia, and musical excellence.

Tickets are available now, but please note that this concert is not part of our multi-buy discount. However, reduced ticket prices are available for benefit recipients. Don't miss this opportunity to dive into the world of cartoons like never before, with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra's "Family Concert: Cartoon Classics."

Family Concert: Cartoon Classics

Birmingham Town Hall

William Tell

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

The Incredibles

The Blue Danube

The Pink Panther Theme

Bluey

The Firebird

The Simpsons Theme

Olivia Clarke

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May 17, 2024

Family Concert: Cartoon Classics · City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Conductor in William Tell by Rossini

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in The Incredibles by Giacchino

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in The Blue Danube by Strauss

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in The Pink Panther Theme by Mancini

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in Bluey by Bush

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in The Firebird by Stravinsky

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor in The Simpsons Theme by Elfman

City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

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