Schirmer Theatrical

Lush Life: Ellington & Strayhorn, Baltimore Symphony
2024-11-24 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD, 20852, United States
Lush Life: The Music and Story of Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn. Both legendary songwriters, performers and arrangers, Ellington and Strayhorn collaborated on some of the most beloved jazz standards of all time, including “Take The A Train,” “Satin Doll,” and the timeless Ellington-Strayhorn adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Along with a featured guest vocalist, this orchestra-centered concert showcases symphonic arrangements by Jeff Tyzik on a program combining the hits of Ellington with the elegant sophistication of Strayhorn.

Let's Groove Tonight, Harrisburg Symphony
2024-12-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-08 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Forum Auditorium, 500 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Magic melodies come to life as the pop, soul, and R&B sounds of Motown and the famous hits from the Philly Sound face off in this exciting concert experience. Led by Broadway superstar Chester Gregory and vocal powerhouses Ashley Jayy & Brik Liam, this show is full of classics made famous by The Spinners, The Stylistics, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Lou Rawls, Diana Ross, Gamble & Huff, and Percy Sledge. Philly Sound hits including Ain’t No Stopping Us Now, You’ll Never Find A Love Like Mine, Love Train and You Make Me Feel Brand New share the stage with Motown smash hits including What’s Going On, I Heard It Through The Grapevine, I’m Gonna Make You Love Me and I’m Coming Out.

Twist & Shout: The Music of The Beatles, Minnesota Orchestra
2025-01-04 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Orchestra Hall, Minnesota Orchestra, 111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Celebrate the Beatles in America beginning with their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. Relive #1 hits such as Love Me Do, She Loves You, I Want to Hold Your Hand and more! Accompanied by rare and unseen photos, this is the most authentic and unique concert project celebrating the Beatles’ early years.

Kings of Soul, Sarasota Orchestra
2025-01-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-01-25 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-01-25 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34236, US
Kings of Soul showcases the music of legendary artists Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Barry White, Smokey Robinson, and more in an evening of soulful rhythms. Honoring the “kings” of classic soul, featured hits include “Shop Around,” “Get Ready,” “Try a Little Tenderness,” “Stand By Me,” and “Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher.”

Dancing In The Street, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
2025-01-24 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD, 20852, United States
Experience the magic of MOTOWN! Byron Stripling returns for a program featuring smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Songs include “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Dancing in the Street,” “I Heard it Through the Grapevine,” “My Girl,” “Superstition,” and more.

Dancing in the Street, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
2025-01-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-26 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States

Country Hits: Songs from Nashville, Dayton Philharmonic
2025-01-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Schuster Center, Dayton Ohio, Waynesville, OH
Songs from Nashville is a honky-tonkin’ celebration of Country music, past and present! The night features classic Country hits from legendary stars Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and Johnny Cash to contemporary artists like Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, and Kacey Musgraves. Brand new symphonic arrangements performed by the Dayton Philharmonic—along with Nashville’s brightest vocalists and instrumentalists—reignite your favorite tunes.

Dancing in the Street: The Music of Motown, Virginia Symphony
2025-01-31 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA, 23606, US
Experience the magic of MOTOWN! This program features smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Songs include “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Dancing In The Street,” “I Heard it Through The Grapevine,” “My Girl,” “Superstition” and more. You’ll be transformed by the powerful music of Motown with these authentic arrangements and exciting, young talented singers.

Endless Love, North Carolina Symphony
2025-02-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-08 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Meymandi Concert Hall, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Your North Carolina Symphony and guest vocalists perform Motown’s best love songs—made famous by artists like Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles—and so many more!

Kings of Soul, Kansas City Symphony
2025-02-14 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-15 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO, 64108, US
A dazzling Valentines Weekend performance honoring the legendary artists of classic soul, including tributes to Marvin Gaye, James Brown, The Temptations, Al Green, and Otis Redding. American Idol contestant Michael Lynche and Broadway performers Chester Gregory and Darren Lorenzo join your KC Symphony in this showcase of soulful rhythms and melodies.

Queens of Soul, Stockton Symphony
2025-02-16 14:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Warren Atherton Auditorium, 5151 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA, 95207, United States
An evening featuring hits made famous by the reigning divas of Soul and R&B: Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Amy Winehouse, Alicia Keys, and Adele. Features three female singers performing popular hits made famous by these powerful and soulful songstresses.

Let's Groove Tonight: Motown & The Philly Sound, Dallas Symphony
2025-02-21 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-23 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Morton H Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
You’ll have double the fun at this concert as Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik and the DSO Pops dive into Motown and the Philly Sound! Front and center will be Broadway star Chester Gregory (Motown: The Musical) and vocal powerhouses Ashley Jayy and Brik.Liam singing and playing timeless Motown favorites like “I Heard it Through the Grapevine,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way” and “I’m Coming Out,” made popular by The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Lou Rawls and Diana Ross. Sharing the hit parade are Philly Sound classics like “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine,” “You Make Me Feel Brand New” and “Me and Mrs. Jones.” It’s party time as pop, soul and R&B get together at this sensational event!

Back To The '80s, Louisville Orchestra
2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | The Louisville Palace, 625 S 4th Street, Louisville, KY, 40202, United States
Prepare to travel back in time to the 80s with Decades: Back to the ’80s on February 22, 2025, at the historic Louisville Palace. Under the vibrant baton of conductor Bob Bernhardt, this concert promises a power-packed evening filled with the decade’s #1 hit songs.
Decades: Back to the ’80s is a power-packed evening of the decade’s #1 hit songs, including “The Power of Love,” “Time After Time,” “Material Girl,” “Another One Bites The Dust,” “Footloose,” “Addicted to Love” and many others. Featuring the music of such 80s iconic stars as Madonna, Debbie Gibson, Huey Lewis & The News, Phil Collins, Queen, Joe Cocker, and others, Back to the 80’s contains all new arrangements by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik and features three incredible vocalists.
Don’t miss this opportunity to relive the 80s in style. Secure your tickets now for an evening of nostalgia, energetic music, and unforgettable fun at the Louisville Palace. Get ready to dance, sing along, and create new memories with the music that defined a generation!

Hollywood Hits, Dayton Philharmonic
2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Schuster Center, Dayton Ohio, Waynesville, OH
Grab some popcorn and enjoy the sounds of the Philharmonic as they present selections of the most majestic and beautiful music written for some of the world’s greatest films! Experience the thrill of blockbuster movie themes from “Gone with the Wind,” “The Magnificent Seven,” “Dr. Zhivago,” “Lawrence of Arabia,” “James Bond,” “The Pink Panther,” “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” “Dances with Wolves,” “Ben-Hur,” and many more! The DPO is the star of this memorable evening of iconic and beloved film music classics!

Women Rock, Long Beach Symphony
2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
Dance the night away to the music of Tina Turner, Pat Benatar, Heart, Carole King, Janis Joplin, Holly Knight, Aretha Franklin, and Minnie Riperton. Women Rock honors powerful female singers and songwriters who changed Pop and Rock & Roll forever. Featured songs include I Feel the Earth Move, What’s Love Got to Do With it, Proud Mary, Hit Me With Your Best Shot, Freeway of Love, and You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman.

Twist & Shout: The Music of The Beatles, Dayton Philharmonic
2025-03-08 07:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Schuster Center, Dayton Ohio, Waynesville, OH
Twist & Shout celebrates The Beatles in America, beginning with their 1964 appearance on the “Ed Sullivan Show” and following their journey to the Shea Stadium and Hollywood Bowl appearances that brought Beatlemania and the British invasion into the hearts of Americans everywhere. Enjoy a night of early hits like “She Loves You,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “A Hard Day’s Night,” “Ticket to Ride,” “Yesterday,” and many more!

Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs In Symphony, Nashville Symphony
2025-03-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl, Nashville, TN, 37201-2031, US
Dolly Parton, celebrated icon and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, brings the world premiere of Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center! Led by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, and featuring the Nashville Symphony, this unique symphonic experience reimagines Dolly’s greatest hits—including “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You”—with new orchestrations and vivid multimedia storytelling.
Join us for a one-night-only journey through Dolly’s music, life, and legacy, featuring guest vocalists and musicians personally selected by the legendary artist herself. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening with your Nashville Symphony and a special appearance from Dolly herself!
Come early to enjoy Dolly-themed food and beverages in our Café.

Back To The 80s, Oregon Symphony
2025-03-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-03-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-23 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97205, US
Back to the ’80s is a retro-packed concert of the decade’s #1 hit songs, including “The Power of Love,” “Time After Time,” “Material Girl,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “Footloose,” “Addicted to Love,” and many more. Featuring the music of such 80’s iconic stars as Madonna, Debbie Gibson, Huey Lewis & The News, Phil Collins, Queen, and Joe Cocker… it will be a totally tubular concert experience, for sure!
