Embark on a musical journey around the world to help Peer Gynt, one of history’s greatest rascals, discover himself through a series of disastrous adventures. Featuring music from the Edvard Grieg’s Peer Gynt.
Pre-concert activities presented by Music for Young Children
The musicians of the RSO shine in a program of orchestral blockbusters, one of which altered the course of music history forever, Berlioz’s iconoclastic Symphonie Fantastique.
Former concertmaster of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Dale Barltrop, makes his RSO debut leading from the violin with Mozart’s “Prague” Symphony and Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons.
A holiday tradition for the entire family.
A true holiday favourite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the RSO. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who’s accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone in Concert is holiday fun for the entire family!
A mysterious stranger helps three disgruntled children discover the true spirit of the holidays by weaving a tale about our best-loved traditions from Christmas trees to dreidels, from Santa Claus to Scrooge. With a mixture of popular favorites, traditional music and plenty of sing-a-longs, this family holiday concert is sure to lift even the biggest Grinch into the holiday spirit.
Pre-concert activities presented by Music for Young Children