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National Symphony Orchestra

NSO Family Concert:
Halloween Spooktacular!

Concert Hall

An annual tradition! The Concert Hall transforms into a ghostly sight when ghoulishly attired National Symphony Orchestra musicians celebrate Halloween with fa-boo-lous new works and spooky old classics.

Sun. Oct. 27, 2024

  • Sun. Oct. 27, 2024 2p.m.

  • Sun. Oct. 27, 2024 4p.m.

graphic jack o'lantern with top exploding with musical instruments and bats

Program

Trick or treat over to the Concert Hall for some scary good tunes!

An annual tradition! The Concert Hall transforms into a ghostly sight when ghoulishly attired National Symphony Orchestra musicians, led by conductor Michelle Merrill, celebrate Halloween. Enjoy a concert filled with musical treats from fa-boo-lous new works to spooky old classics.

Arrive early for trick-or-treating and a special Haunted Hall Musical PLAYspace!

Most enjoyed by ages 5+

Sunday, October 27 at 2 p.m. is a sensory-friendly performance.

Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families, including those with children with autism or other sensory sensitivities. If you order these performances and do not require these Accessibility accommodations, your family is still very much welcome to attend.

Come early for trick-or-treating and a Musical PLAYspace

Prior to each performance, the NSO Volunteer Council will hold a special Haunted Hall Musical PLAYspace in Studio K of the REACH on Level B. PLAYspace times are 12:30–1:45 p.m. and 2:30–3:45 p.m. Children will have the opportunity to try out the instruments they’ll see played on the stage and engage in some early trick-or-treating.

Stay after for a Creative Conversation 

Following the performance on Sunday, October 27 at 4 p.m., young audience members can ask questions and hear stories from the show’s artists and creative team.

Noseda conducting

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Sponsors

The Kimsey Endowment, Dr. Gary D. Mather and Ms. Christina Co Mather, The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, The Paul M. Angell Family Foundation, Ednah Root Foundation, The Bender Foundation,

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Terms and Conditions

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