Handel’s transcendent choral masterwork is a highlight of the holiday season, gathering friends and family in what, for many, is an unmissable annual tradition. Renowned for his interpretations of this classic, Yannick unites Orchestra, soloists, and chorus in a sound that is at once as “intimate as it is grand … notably warm and … remarkably tender,” leaving “listeners ready to sing a glorious ‘Hallelujah!’” (Philadelphia). 

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Messiah

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Are you ready for The Greenaissance? Pop diva Mabeline is back and greener than ever, kicking off her world tour in Philly with an electrifying set blending viral hits including “My Patina” and “Green Light” with holiday classics like you’ve never heard them before. The Grinch's ex-wife is bringing the heat to the coldest time of year with her holiday show featuring featuring dazzling visuals, dynamic dancers, and surprise guest appearances from Whoville and Philly legends. Let the Greenaissance begin!

Featuring Philly Favorite Cookie Diorio as Mabeline, Jess Conda as DJ Cindy Lou Who, Lili St. Queer as Horton, and members of The House of Diorio.

Mabeline: The Greenaissance Tour

Voyeur Nightclub

ELF The Broadway Musical is the story of Buddy, who mistakenly crawled into Santa's bag as a baby and was raised as an elf! Buddy is unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, he embarks on a journey to New York City with dreams to find his birth father and discover his true identity. What's an adopted elf to do when he realizes his father is on Santa's 'naughty' list and his half-brother doesn't believe that there is a Santa Claus? It's up to Buddy to save Christmas in this hilarious and charming Broadway musical!

ELF The Broadway Musical

Walnut Street Theatre

Joined by members of her talented musical family who have shared the influences of gospel, Motown, and jazz across the generations, Samara delivers a sparkling evening brimming with the most time-honored songs of the season. 

Samara Joy "A Joyful Holiday" Featuring the McLendon Family

The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.

STOMP

Making New Year’s Eve plans with a world-class orchestra elevates your celebration to an extraordinary degree—and when that Orchestra is led by a conductor with Marin Alsop’s considerable chops it becomes not just a superb sendoff to your year but one of the highlights on your musical calendar. Get ready for “a high-voltage, heart-on-sleeve performance, thrillingly played” (The Guardian) in this not-to-be-missed celebration!

New Year’s Eve Celebration

One of the most celebrated Japanese composers of our time, Joe Hisaishi has produced music for over 80 films. He has written the scores for 12 enchanting Hayao Miyazaki films, including the Oscar-winning Spirited Away and Howl’s Moving Castle. He has also composed the music for several films by beloved Japanese filmmaker Takeshi Kitano, such as Dolls and Sonatine. Other favorites include Soul Snatcher, Departures, and Children of the Sea. In this special concert event, Hisaishi leads Your Philadelphia Orchestra in a celebration of his symphonic scores for the concert hall, including his orchestral suite from Spirited Away.

The Music of Joe Hisaishi

### Disney's Frozen - Maltz Jupiter Theatre

**Event:** Disney's Frozen, The Broadway Musical  
**Dates:** January 7 to January 26, 2025  
**Venue:** MainStage, Maltz Jupiter Theatre

**Description:**
Get ready to be transported to a winter wonderland with Disney’s Frozen, The Broadway Musical. Join Elsa, Anna, and their lovable friends on an epic adventure filled with whimsical sets, powerful songs, dazzling costumes, and Disney magic. Audiences will witness the power of sisterhood, love, and self-discovery in this beautiful production that will surely melt the hearts of all ages.

**Creative Team:**
- **Music and Lyrics by:** Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez
- **Book by:** Jennifer Lee
- **Originally directed on Broadway by:** Michael Grandage
- **Based on the Disney film written by:** Jennifer Lee
- **Directed by:** Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee
- **Originally produced on Broadway by:** Disney Theatrical Productions
- **Licensed by:** Music Theatre International (www.mtishows.com)

**Additional Information:**
- **Seating Chart:** Available on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre website
- **Subscription:** Become a subscriber for more benefits

Join us for a magical experience that celebrates the themes of love, family, and self-discovery. Don't miss out on this enchanting production that promises to captivate audiences of all ages.

Disney's Frozen

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, DRIVING MISS DAISY is about the transformative power of friendship. Miss Daisy is an elderly Jewish widow who is struggling to come to terms with her diminishing independence. After a car crash, her son convinces her to take on a chauffeur and hires an African American driver named Hoke. Set in Atlanta from the late 1940s to early 1970s, the relationship between Miss Daisy and Hoke changes from one of employer and employee to a deep friendship, as they encounter issues of growing old, race and class in an America fighting for equal civil rights.

Driving Miss Daisy

Stricken by the death of his oldest daughter at the age of four and reeling from a diagnosis of a serious heart condition, Mahler retreated to a cabin in the mountains to write what would become his final works, among them the shattering Ninth Symphony. From its tenderly beautiful, hushed opening of harp, horns, and strings through the fevered Rondo to its gossamer finish, the Ninth is literally and figuratively a cry from a wounded heart—and a profound experience for the listener.

Mahler’s Symphony No. 9

Join the Orchestra and special guests to celebrate Lunar New Year! This family-friendly performance features repertoire in honor of the Year of the Snake.

Lunar New Year

A founding member of the Grammy Award-winning Harlem Quartet, violinist Melissa White is recognized for her “warmly expressive and lyrical” playing (Chicago Classical Review). Her PCMS recital debut with pianist Pallavi Mahidhara highlights works by American women composers Amy Beach and Nokuthula Ngwenyama. Mahidhara explains, “We are performing works by composers who represent a diversity of backgrounds, much like the two of us.”

Melissa White, violin Pallavi Mahidhara, piano

 Benjamin Franklin Hall

Experience the unparalleled artistry of Yuja Wang as she makes a triumphant return to the stage with The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the baton of the esteemed conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin. This not-to-be-missed series of performances is scheduled for January 2025, with shows on Thursday the 16th at 7:30 PM, Friday the 17th at 8:00 PM, and Saturday the 18th at 8:00 PM, all taking place in the prestigious Verizon Hall.

The program promises an evening of emotional depth and breathtaking virtuosity, opening with Margaret Bonds's "The Montgomery Variations," a poignant tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., inspired by Bonds's visit to Montgomery, Alabama. This piece, rooted in the spiritual "I Want Jesus to Walk with Me," reflects Bonds's commitment to social and racial justice.

The highlight of the evening will be Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1, featuring Yuja Wang's extraordinary technique and interpretive depth. Wang's previous sold-out performances have been met with critical acclaim, her artistry described with superlatives such as "breathtaking," "charismatic," and "flawless."

Completing the program is William Grant Still's Symphony No. 2 "Song of a New Race," a lyrical masterpiece that showcases the legendary strings of The Philadelphia Orchestra. Premiered by the orchestra in 1937, this work continues to resonate as a testament to Still's vision and the orchestra's rich history.

These performances are available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the synergy of Yuja Wang's piano brilliance with the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra in an unforgettable musical journey.

Yuja Wang Returns

Discover the world premiere of "Holy Grail of Memphis," a captivating new comedy by Philadelphia playwright Michael Hollinger, directed by Terrence J. Nolen. Set against the backdrop of a rundown music studio, the story follows Newton Stover III as he unearths the long-lost recordings of a legendary bluesman. This discovery ignites his determination to rebuild his life and legacy. However, Newton faces the relentless pressures of time and financial constraints, compounded by the haunting presence of past ghosts and the arrival of an unexpected stranger. "Holy Grail of Memphis" delves into themes of embracing the future, letting go of what haunts us, and the soulful expression of singing the blues. This production promises a rich narrative filled with humor, heart, and the timeless allure of blues music, all set on the Arcadia Stage.

Holy Grail of Memphis

Arden Theatre Company

Join us for an enchanting evening with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia as we present "Brillhart & Baroque" during our 24/25 Season. This captivating concert, under the baton of esteemed conductor Jeffrey Brillhart, will take place at the Perelman Theater, located within The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA. Mark your calendars for Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 2:30 pm, for a musical journey through the Baroque era.

The program features a selection of Bach's masterpieces, including the Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, BWV 1048, and the Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, BWV 1050, showcasing the intricate beauty and complexity of Bach's compositions. Additionally, audiences will be treated to the poignant "Ich habe genug," BWV 82a, a soprano version performed by the talented Kara Goodrich, whose voice will bring to life the emotional depth of Bach's cantata. The concert will also include Rebel's "Les Élémens," a vivid musical depiction of the elements of earth, air, fire, and water, providing a contrast to Bach's compositions and completing the evening's program.

The performance is set to last approximately 80 minutes, including an intermission, offering a perfect gateway into the world of the Baroque. Whether you're a long-time lover of Baroque music or new to the genre, "Brillhart & Baroque" promises an unforgettable experience of some of the period's most celebrated works.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the splendor of Baroque music. Buy your tickets now and plan your visit to the Perelman Theater for an evening of exquisite music that will transport you to another era.

Brillhart & Baroque

Philadelphia Sinfonia Strings Concert #1

Howard Center for the Arts

Join Peter Pan on an adventure to Neverland, a magical island where there are no parents, no chores, and fairies and pirates rule! Introduce your children and grandchildren to the characters you love from J.M. Barrie’s timeless masterpiece: Wendy Darling, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook, a horde of Lost Boys, and one very hungry crocodile.  With fairy dust and your child’s imagination, the Arden flies to Neverland this holiday season!  Arden Children’s Theatre presents a brand-new production that celebrates the joy of storytelling and the power of imagination!

Peter Pan

Philadelphia Sinfonia Concert #1

Temple University

“The consummate artistry of the Takács Quartet is simply breathtaking… the best I have ever heard” (The Guardian). Formed in Budapest in 1975, the Takács has been a PCMS favorite for over three decades. For this season’s appearance, they unite with Jeremy Denk, “a pianist you want to hear no matter what he performs” (New York Times), for Brahms’s epic Piano Quintet in F Minor, Op. 34.

Takács Quartet Jeremy Denk, piano

Kimmel Cultural Campus

Experience the profound emotional depth of Tchaikovsky's final symphony, the Pathétique, performed by The Philadelphia Orchestra under the electrifying baton of conductor Rafael Payare. This masterpiece, which Tchaikovsky himself said contained his whole soul, will be presented alongside Ravel's enchanting Suite No. 2 from Daphnis and Chloe and Kaija Saariaho's dramatic violin concerto, Graal théâtre, featuring the fabulously assured and poetic violinist Carolin Widmann. These performances promise an unforgettable journey through the passionate, the magical, and the legendary, inspired by the tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.

Join us at Verizon Hall, now rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, for this monumental event on the following dates:
- Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 8:00 PM
- Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 2:00 PM

This performance is part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming and exclusive subscriber benefits. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a work that has inspired generations of composers and artists, marking a new age of the symphonic form.

For tickets and more information, visit EnsembleArtsPhilly.org or contact us at 215-893-1999. Experience the passion, the innovation, and the legacy of Tchaikovsky's Pathétique with The Philadelphia Orchestra.

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