Opu, a young boy in Bengal, dreams of one day becoming an elephant trainer. When he befriends Janu, an Asian Elephant, their friendship is the first step on an adventure so huge, it spans decades and continents. On their separate paths they face many challenges – fearsome encounters, stormy seas and strange new worlds.

Years in the future, Opu, now an old man, hears that world famous magician Harry Houdini will vanish an elephant, live on stage in New York City.  Could it really be Janu, Opu’s old friend, so far from home? He too must bravely make the long journey into the unknown to find out. This moving story of friendship, belonging and one incredible journey from Bengal to the bright lights of Broadway was named the New York Times ‘Critic’s Pick’, hailing it “an alluring spectacle”.

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The Vanishing Elephant

Christopher Newport University

Frostburg State University

Millersville University

Orpheum Performing Arts Center

Weinberg Center for the Arts

Wise County Performing Arts Center

Raritan Valley Community College

Buxton Opera House

Gaillard Center

Belgrade Theatre

Forbes Center for the Performing Arts

Southbank Centre

Oxford Playhouse

Providence Performing Arts Center

Doors at 7:00 pm | Show at 8:00 pm ACCESSIBILITY - Accessible seating is available online through Ticketmaster by filtering on the ADA Icon and selecting Accessible Seats or in person or over the phone via The Charleston Music Hall box office during business hours. The Charleston Music Hall does NOT have an elevator. Please take that into consideration when buying balcony tickets (Sections F, G, H, I & J). CASHLESS VENUE - The Charleston Music Hall services all credit and debit payments only. No cash accepted at the box office or bar. BAG POLICY - Bags (max size 12" x 6" x 12") are allowed and will be searched upon entry. Exceptions will be made for necessary medical equipment and nursing mothers. We encourage you to pack light with only the necessities to make the entry process as soon as possible. We hope you enjoy the show!

Paul Reiser

Charleston Music Hall

Doors at 7:00 pm | Show at 8:00 pm ACCESSIBILITY - Accessible seating is available online through Ticketmaster by filtering on the ADA Icon and selecting Accessible Seats or in person or over the phone via The Charleston Music Hall box office during business hours. The Charleston Music Hall does NOT have an elevator. Please take that into consideration when buying balcony tickets (Sections F, G, H, I & J). CASHLESS VENUE - The Charleston Music Hall services all credit and debit payments only. No cash accepted at the box office or bar. BAG POLICY - Bags (max size 12" x 6" x 12") are allowed and will be searched upon entry. Exceptions will be made for necessary medical equipment and nursing mothers. We encourage you to pack light with only the necessities to make the entry process as soon as possible.

The Edge of Reality: Magic, Illusion, & Mind Reading

To celebrate our 90th anniversary, the 2025-26 Charleston Symphony season kicks off with performances highlighting our community and its incredible local talent. CSO musicians Benjamin Mekinulov, who became Principal Cellist in 2023, and Concertmaster Yuriy Bekker, will perform the world premiere of a new double concerto by Charleston composer Yiorgos Vassilandonakis. 

Beethoven & Tchaikovsky

Join us for the Charleston Jazz Orchestra’s much-anticipated concert, “Mr. Soul,” a dazzling homage to the legends of soul music. Under the dynamic direction of Robert Lewis, this performance promises to transport audiences to an era where sounds rooted in jazz, gospel, and blues reigned supreme. Featuring 2x Grammy Award-Winner Charlton Singleton, audiences will enjoy timeless hits of icons like Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, James Brown, Ray Charles, Bill Withers, and Wilson Pickett.

Mr. Soul – Featuring Charlton Singleton – Charleston Jazz Orchestra

Doors at 6:30 pm | Show at 7:30 pm ACCESSIBILITY - Accessible seating is available online through Ticketmaster by filtering on the ADA Icon and selecting Accessible Seats or in person or over the phone via The Charleston Music Hall box office during business hours. The Charleston Music Hall does NOT have an elevator. Please take that into consideration when buying balcony tickets (Sections F, G, H, I & J). CASHLESS VENUE - The Charleston Music Hall services all credit and debit payments only. No cash accepted at the box office or bar. BAG POLICY - Bags (max size 12" x 6" x 12") are allowed and will be searched upon entry. Exceptions will be made for necessary medical equipment and nursing mothers. We encourage you to pack light with only the necessities to make the entry process as soon as possible. We hope you enjoy the show!

South Carolina Ballet Presents: Motown Ballet

John Cleese 50th Anniversary of Monty Python and The Holy Grail

Join us for an unparalleled chamber music experience featuring core members of the Charleston Symphony and our artist-in-residence, Grammy Award-winning cellist Zuill Bailey.

The Mozart Oboe Quartet displays the virtuosity and delicacy of the oboe, Dohnányi presents lush and folk Hungarian melodies in his Serenade, and the masterful Brahms Sextet closes the program in a deeply expressive and warm finale. You won’t want to miss this program that explores the brilliance and passion of classical music!

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Charleston Library Society

This program features music by three of the world’s most beloved composers: Brahms, Mozart, and Dvořák. Andrew Litton, the GRAMMY Award-winning Music Director of the New York City Ballet, will return to Charleston to conduct. Charles Messersmith, Principal Clarinet, will take the stage as soloist for Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto. Plus, the Charleston Symphony Chorus will join the orchestra for Johannes Brahms’s “Song of Destiny.”

New World Symphony

Prepare to be enchanted by the Charleston Jazz Orchestra’s Autumn Leaves concert which promises to weave cutting-edge jazz sounds with the timeless standards of the Great American Songbook. This evening of musical sophistication is set to showcase the virtuosity of Chad Lefkowitz-Brown, known as Chad LB. Chad’s magnetic presence on the saxophone has captivated audiences around the globe. With a career that includes touring with luminaries like Taylor Swift and Chris Botti, Chad has also worked with jazz greats such as Arturo Sandoval, Christian McBride, and Randy Brecker. Chad LB brings a blend of technical brilliance and heartfelt expression that will elevate this performance to new heights.

Autumn Leaves: An Evening with Chad LB – Charleston Jazz Orchestra

SC Ballet Presents: Dracula Ballet with a Bite

Embark on a Symphonic Journey with Rick Steves, America’s favorite European travel expert, for a breathtaking musical adventure as the CSO kicks off its 2025-2026 Pops series. Take a trip through seven European countries without leaving your seat, with stirring anthems by Strauss, Verdi, Wagner, and more—each paired with Rick’s cultural insights and stunning video montages. From Austria to Italy, this one-of-a-kind concert celebrates freedom, history, and unity. Don’t miss this educational and inspiring program that will ignite your wanderlust!

Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey

Enjoy four magnificent works of music by three composers from near the turn of the 20th century, yet each one unique in their own right: the French Lili Boulanger and Camille Saint-Saëns and the Russian Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Zuill Bailey, one of the top cellists in the world, will join the CSO as guest soloist. Also featured will be Yuriy Bekker, who in addition to other roles, has been Concertmaster of the CSO since 2007.

Scheherazade

Doors at 6:00 pm | Show at 7:00 pm ACCESSIBILITY - Accessible seating is available online through Ticketmaster by filtering on the ADA Icon and selecting Accessible Seats or in person or over the phone via The Charleston Music Hall box office during business hours. The Charleston Music Hall does NOT have an elevator. Please take that into consideration when buying balcony tickets (Sections F, G, H, I & J). CASHLESS VENUE - The Charleston Music Hall services all credit and debit payments only. No cash accepted at the box office or bar. BAG POLICY - Bags (max size 12" x 6" x 12") are allowed and will be searched upon entry. Exceptions will be made for necessary medical equipment and nursing mothers. We encourage you to pack light with only the necessities to make the entry process as soon as possible. We hope you enjoy the show!

SC Ballet Presents: Nutcracker

Embrace the festive spirit with the Charleston Jazz Orchestra’s highly anticipated annual extravaganza, Holiday Swing. Under the direction of Robert Lewis, with featured guests Lowcountry Voices, this concert promises a jubilant celebration of the holiday season through the lens of jazz. The Orchestra will present an array of seasonal jazz standards, each reimagined with arrangements crafted by some of their own musicians. These interpretations deliver a fresh take on classic tunes, offering something truly special that can only be experienced at this concert.

2025 Holiday Swing – Charleston Jazz Orchestra

Join us for Holiday Strings at the Library Society – one of our most cherished Chamber Music traditions. Enjoy an intimate evening to lift your spirits as we enter the holiday season. A festive lineup of seasonal works will be announced from stage.

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The Charleston Christmas Special

Unwrap the joy of the season with Charleston’s most cherished holiday tradition! Holiday Pops is back with a spectacular celebration that is bigger and brighter than ever. This year promises an enchanting blend of festive favorites, show-stopping singers and dancers, beloved choruses, and delightful surprises that will fill your heart with holiday cheer. This magical evening is the perfect experience to get into the holiday spirit with friends and family of all ages. Secure your seats now for the most joyous event of the year!

Holiday Pops!

Carl St.Clair, longtime Music Director of the Pacific Symphony, returns to conduct the Charleston Symphony for a program of remarkable music from two of Germany’s late Romantic-era composers. Guest soloist Aubree Oliverson performs Max Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1, a favorite that demands and demonstrates a soloist’s skillfulness. Hearing Strauss’s “Alpine Symphony” live is not an opportunity you want to miss. 

Bruch’s Violin Concerto

Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Cirque Musica! This one-of-a-kind production brings the iconic worlds of heroes and villains to life through a thrilling night of music, acrobatics, and jaw-dropping performances. From blockbuster movies to beloved comics and hit TV shows, Heroes & Villains celebrates these legendary characters like never before, featuring electrifying music paired with spellbinding acts by world-class performers. Join us for an epic adventure with Cirque Musica!

Events in Charleston, SC

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Moranz Entertainment

Holiday Pops!

Charleston Symphony

Bruch’s Violin Concerto

Charleston Symphony

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